Guide to streaming services in Australia

Aussies now have more streaming choices than ever before. You can watch big names like Netflix, Stan and Disney+, or find something different on niche services such as BritBox and Shudder. 

If you’re wondering where to start, this guide tells you which streaming services are available in Australia, how much they cost, and the pros and cons of each one. 

Netflix

Netflix changed the way we watch TV when it launched in Australia in 2015, and despite other competitors entering the market—and significant price hikes over the years—it remains the most popular streaming platform in the country today. Its huge range of original content, including award-winning movies and shows like The Irishman, Stranger Things and Bridgerton, keep viewers coming back for more exclusive content, while its user-friendly interface makes it one of the simplest platforms available to navigate.   

Pros

• Wide range of original content you can’t watch anywhere else.
• Live sports events like WWE, boxing matches and NFL games.
• Access to Netflix games with your subscription.

Cons

• Tough account sharing policy; additional screens come at a premium.
• Cost has increased significantly over the years.

Cost

Netflix has three subscription tiers, with the lowest tier including ads. 

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Stan

Stan’s key difference is its strong commitment to local content, making it the exclusive home of acclaimed Australian originals like Bump, Scrublands, and Black Snow. Beyond its Aussie library, it also boasts a selection of exclusive international series and a deep catalogue of movies. For sports fans, the optional Stan Sport add-on is a major drawcard, offering live and on-demand coverage of Grand Slam tennis, UEFA Champions League football, and international rugby.

Pros

• A wide range of Australian-made shows and movies.
• Low cost ad-free subscription option compared to other paid services.
• Access to Stan Sports, although it’ll cost you an extra $20 per month.

Cons

• Some shows come without all seasons included.

Cost

Stan has three levels of ad-free subscriptions, with the difference being the amount of screens available and streaming quality.

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Disney+

An undisputed powerhouse in the streaming world, Disney+ is home to some of pop culture's biggest universes: Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars. In addition, subscribers get access to ESPN and National Geographic. However, the service's true trump card is the Star hub. This effectively adds a second, more mature streaming service into the mix, packed with acclaimed dramas like The Bear and Only Murders in the Building, as well as a large selection of movies. 

Pros

• Features a wide range of kid-friendly TV and movies and offers a ‘junior mode’ feature for safe browsing.
• High-quality streaming and a user-friendly interface.  

Cons

• Some Disney movies come with an additional fee on top of what you pay for your subscription.
• Disney+ doesn’t offer a free trial, so you’ll need to buy it to try it.

Cost

Disney+ offers two tiers of subscriptions with monthly and annual payment options. 

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BINGE

Foxtel’s BINGE suffered a blow to its catalogue in 2025 when its HBO content moved to Max. It’s now anchored by successful Australian originals, such as Colin From Accounts, as well as a broad selection of international dramas, movies, and popular reality shows.

BINGE also takes advantage of Foxtel’s extensive content library, giving subscribers access to a range of live and on-demand sports, news and lifestyle programs. For those looking to save, BINGE has one of the cheapest Basic plans in the market, with subscribers able to sign up for just $10 a month. 

Pros

• Live channels covering news, lifestyle, music, kids programs and more. 
• A range of reality TV shows like The Great Australian Bake Off, 90-Day Fiance and The Real Housewives.
• Access live and on-demand Aussie sports at no additional cost through its Kayo Sports partnership.

Cons

• With HBO entering the Australian market with their streaming service, Max, BINGE has lost some big name shows like Game of Thrones.
• Live Channels include ads regardless of your subscription tier.

Cost

BINGE offers three subscription tiers, with the lowest including ads. The only other significant difference between these tiers is the amount of screens you can use at a time.

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Apple TV+

Apple TV+ has a unique approach to the streaming space, with a focus on quality over quantity. Unlike other streaming giants, Apple TV+ has a modest library composed almost exclusively of high-budget, star-studded originals. From global sensations like Ted Lasso and Severance to acclaimed dramas such as Slow Horses, the service has quickly built a reputation for award-winning television. Subscribers can also take advantage of the Apple One bundle, a single subscription that packages streaming with other services like Apple Music, Apple Arcade, and iCloud+ for a discounted monthly price.

Pros

• A curated selection of high-profile shows and movies like Severance, Killers of the Flower Moon and Masters of the Air.
• Can add Apple TV+ as a channel to your Amazon Prime Video account, allowing you to watch its content within the Prime app. However, this option is purely for convenience and does not include a price discount. 

Cons

• A smaller library compared to other big streaming platforms for a similar starting price.

Cost

Apple TV+ offers a single $12.99 per month subscription and a seven-day free trial. Apple TV+ can also be purchased in the Apple One bundle, which includes Apple Music among other Apple services.

Foxtel Now

Foxtel Now is Foxtel’s online platform. It offers access to live channels that cover news, sports, movies and lifestyle, as well as on-demand movies and shows. Unlike other services that offer set plans or tiers, it uses a customisable ‘bundles’ where you add premium packages like Sport or Movies to a base subscription. While its sibling services BINGE and Kayo offer curated slices of content for a lower price, Foxtel Now is the premium, all-in-one option that includes everything in the one place.

Pros

• Foxtel Now includes a subscription to the HBO Max basic plan with ads included.
• The Foxtel Now app lets you manage multiple streaming services in one place, although you will still need to subscribe to each platform individually.

Cons

• It’s expensive, with bundles ranging from $35 to $104 per month.
• Live channels have regular ads, and the mobile app, Foxtel Go, has ads before and after some on-demand programs.

Cost

Foxtel currently offers three bundles: the Starter bundle, the Sports + Movies bundle and the Ultimate bundle, priced at $35, $84 and $104 respectively. Each step up in price includes more live and on demand content, and everything from the tier below.

HBO Max

A heavyweight contender in Australian streaming, HBO Max is the home of pop culture giants like Warner Bros., the DC Universe, and Harry Potter. However, its main drawcard is the complete HBO library. This adds a catalogue of critically acclaimed dramas and global hits to the mix, including House of the Dragon, The Last of Us, and Succession.

Pros

• Has award-winning HBO originals you won’t find anywhere else. 
• Includes newly released movies like Sinners, The Minecraft Movie, and Mickey 17.

Cons

• Has a smaller library compared to other streaming services like Netflix, Stan and Prime Video.

Cost

HBO Max has three subscription tiers, with the lowest including ads. Upgrading your plan will let you download more content to watch offline and enjoy Dolby Atmos immersive audio on its premium plan.

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Amazon Prime Video

Prime Video is Amazon’s answer to streaming. It made a name for itself thanks to big-budget hit shows like The Boys, Lord of the Rings: The Power of the Ring and The Summer I Turned Pretty and also includes a huge selection of blockbuster movies, documentaries and sports. One of the unique perks of Prime Video is that you can access it through an Amazon membership, which also gives you free or express delivery on Amazon products, access to Amazon Music, e-books and more. 

Pros

• Prime Video lets you manage multiple streaming subscriptions, so you can watch services like Paramount+ Apple TV+, Hayu and Crunchyroll all in one place.
• Amazon Video comes with one of the largest libraries of content, with upwards of 10,000 titles.

Cons

• Not all Prime Video content is available with an Amazon membership, and may come at an additional cost.
• Regardless of your subscription type, Prime Video plays trailers for its own content at the start of movies and shows. While they’re not ads in the traditional sense, you still have to sit through them. 

Cost

Prime Video only has one subscription tier, priced at  $9.99 per month with the option to pay an additional $2.99 to watch ad free. 

Hayu

An option for those who enjoy reality TV, Hayu includes shows like Below Deck, The Real Housewives and Love Island. If you have a subscription, you can access Hayu shows through Amazon Prime platforms like Prime Video and Amazon Fire TV.

Pros

• Hayu is a relatively cheap option for those who are only looking for reality TV.
• The Hayu app is available on a wide range of platforms and smart TVs 

Cons

• As a niche streaming service, there’s a limited amount of content available. 

Cost

Hayu offers a single ad-free subscription that can be paid on a monthly, bi-annual, or yearly basis. The monthly plan costs $7.99, or you can save 19% by paying every six months, or 25% for paying annually. 

YouTube Premium

YouTube Premium is the paid version of YouTube. It includes features such as ad-free viewing, the ability to download and watch videos offline, and gives subscribers access to exclusive content, movies and TV series. 

Pros

• The ever-growing user-created content on Youtube gives you more to watch than any other platform.
• Gives access to Youtube shorts and music with no ads.
• Premium subscription lets you watch Youtube videos on your phone in the background.

Cons

• Has a limited amount of exclusive content and traditional shows and movies.

Cost

Youtube Premium standard subscription costs $16.99 per month, with Student, Two-person and Family subscriptions costing $10.49, $25.99 and $39.99 respectively. You can also get a Premium Lite subscription for $8.99, which doesn’t include ad-free music, downloads or background play.

Kayo Sports

Kayo Sports lets you stream over 50 sports live and on demand, including every match of the AFL premiership season with no ad breaks. Some of the other sports include rugby league, cricket, motorsport, boxing and MMA.

Pros

• Kayo Sports comes with features built for sports fans like SplitView for watching multiple matches on the one screen, interactive stats and key moment replays.
• Depending on the sport, Kayo may let you choose between your favourite camera angles to get your preferred view. 

Cons

• There are certain remote areas in Australia where Kaya Sports isn’t available.
• Kayo comes with a considerably higher price than other streaming services.

Cost

Kayo Sports has two subscription tiers: Standard and Premium. The Premium subscription lets you use an additional screen and gives you access to 4K streaming.

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Paramount+

Paramount+ offers plenty of movies and  shows for viewers to binge, from Nickelodeon shows, to content from MTV and Showtime movies. Some of their popular shows include South Park, The Gilded Age and Mobland.

Pros

• If you’re ok with ads, Paramount+ has a relatively low starting price.
• Paramount+ includes all A-league, Socceroos and Matildas soccer matches.

Cons

• Some users have complaints about the platform’s interface, scoring a three out of five stars for ease-of-use in our Customer Satisfaction Award ratings.

Cost

Paramount+ has three subscription tiers, with the cheapest including ads. The more expensive plans let you stream on more devices in higher quality.

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DocPlay

DocPlay is a streaming service that focuses primarily on documentaries, covering a broad range of topics, including art and design, crime, environment, film and & television, history, mystery and travel, amongst others.

Pros

• Docplay includes close to 2,000 documentaries and TV shows from across the world.
• You can stream in 4K on a variety of devices through the app.

Cons

• While it has a good selection of documentaries, there’s not as much variety as you’ll find on other platforms.

Cost

A Docplay subscription costs $9.99 per month for ad-free viewing. .

BritBox

BritiBox is the go-to platform for British shows and movies, making it an ideal fit for fans of  Doctor Who, Blackadder, Pride and Prejudice, and more. BritBox has a wide variety of new and classic shows and movies, as well as live channels covering news and lifestyle.

Pros

• One of the only places to see classic British panel shows like QI, 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Would I Lie To You.
• Access to live channels for BBC First, BBC Entertain and BBC Select. 

Cons

• Has a relatively small selection of titles and may not have some of the British classics you expect.

Cost

BritBox has a single subscription of either $13.99 per month, or $139.99 per year for ad-free viewing.

iwonder

iwonder is a platform that covers a range of documentary genres, including crime, health and science, history, politics and sports. 

Pros

• Includes a curated list of documentaries on a wide range of topics.
• Can be combined with your Prime Video subscription to watch on a single platform.

Cons

• A small library of just over 100 documentaries.

Cost

You can get an iwonder subscription for $6.99 per month.

Shudder

Shudder is a streaming service devoted to all things horror. It has a wide range of big-budget and independent movies and TV shows as well as exclusive originals.

Pros

• Its library includes a range of blockbuster and indie horror movies you won’t find anywhere else. 
• Can be accessed through Prime Video or Apple TV+ to watch in one place.

Cons

• Likely only suitable for those aged 18+ or horror movie diehards.

Cost

A Shudder subscription costs $6.99 per month for ad-free streaming.

Crunchyroll

One of the most well-known anime streaming platforms, Crunchyroll offers hundreds of anime shows and movies in its library, including both dubbed and subbed content.

Pros

• You can watch select episodes for free if you’re happy to sit through ads.
• ‘Mega Fan’ subscription tier gives you access to a catalogue of free games.

Cons

• Some popular anime series may not be available due to regional licensing restrictions.

Cost

Crunchyroll offers two subscription tiers, Fan and Mega Fan, priced at $10.99 and $13.99 respectively. 

Tubi TV

Tubi TV is a free streaming service that offers a range of cult classics and so-bad-its-good B-list flicks. While it’s free to use, you will have to watch ads throughout the movies. If you feel like looking for a diamond in the rough, Tubi might be a good place to start.

Pros

• Tubi is free to watch and has a large library of movies and TV shows.

Cons

• You won’t find many new releases or critically acclaimed movies on this streaming service.

Cost

Tubi TV is entirely free. Ads play throughout all content.