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As streaming grows in popularity in Australia, so do subscription costs. In this guide we’ll break down the latest prices for Australia's top streaming services and look at what the average household pays. We'll also cover simple ways you can cut back on costs.
How much do streaming services cost in Australia?
Depending on which plan and provider you sign up with, a streaming subscription can cost between about $8 and $100 per month. Some streaming services, such as Amazon’s Prime Video and Apple TV+, only offer one plan, while other brands, such as Netflix, Stan and Binge, offer multiple tiered plans to choose from. While the top tiers are more expensive, you’ll get more features and better quality video and audio.
Netflix prices
- Standard with ads | $7.99 per month
- Standard | $20.99 per month
- Premium | $28.99 per month
Netflix has one of the most expensive Premium plans in the Australian market but viewers get access to a vast library of original and blockbuster content.
Both Standard tiers offer HD quality and you can watch or download on two devices. The only difference between the two, besides the ads you see, is that some content may be restricted on Standard with ads, which will be displayed by a lock symbol. By upgrading to Premium, you can watch on four devices, download on six, and get 4K Ultra HD quality with spatial audio.
To share your account, you will need to have a Standard or Premium plan and add an extra member for $6.99 with ads, or $8.99 without.
Stan prices
- Basic | $12 per month
- Standard | $17 per month
- Premium | $22 per month
- Stan Sports add-on | + $20 per month
Stan offers subscribers award-winning favourites like The Office and Breaking Bad, along with a strong focus on home-grown content like Black Snow and Scrublands.
On Stan’s Basic plan, you can only watch and download content on a single device and won’t have access to HD quality. The Standard tier increases your device limit to three and lets you watch in HD, while the Premium tier lets you watch on four devices, download on five and watch in 4K Ultra HD.
For an additional $20 per month on any tier, you can get access to Stan Sports, which lets you watch live and on-demand sports in HD and 4K. Your device limit will depend on your base tier.
Disney+ prices
- Standard monthly | $15.99
- Standard yearly | $159.99
- Premium monthly | $20.99
- Premium yearly | $209.99
Those looking for a one-stop-shop for the whole family might find the answer with Disney+. Home to Disney, Pixar, Star and ESPN, along with the Marvel and Star Wars franchises, these seemingly something for everyone.
On a Standard Disney+ plan, you can watch on two devices at a time in HD quality and 5.1 audio. When you upgrade to a Premium plan, you can stream on up to four devices at a time and watch with 4K Ultra HD quality with Dolby Atmos audio. Both tiers allow you to download on up to 10 devices for offline watching.
To add an extra member to your plan, you’ll need to pay an additional $7.99 per month, regardless of your subscription tier.
BINGE prices
- Basic with ads monthly | $10
- Basic with ads yearly | $79
- Standard monthly | $19
- Standard yearly | $149
- Premium monthly | $22
- Premium yearly | $179
BINGE’s took a hit this year when it lost HBO content to sister company Max, but there’s still plenty for viewers to tune into, including on-demand sports and live channels covering lifestyle, documentaries and movies.
The biggest difference between BINGE’s subscription tiers is the number of devices you can stream on, and whether you see ads. With the basic tier, you can stream on one device at a time, will have to watch ads and can only watch in HD quality. Both the Standard and Premium tiers let you watch in 4K Ultra HD quality, with the only difference being the two-device limit on Standard, and four-device limit on Premium.
Amazon Prime Video prices
- Prime subscription monthly | $9.99
- Prime subscription yearly | $79
- Prime subscription ad-free | 12.98
Prime Video has one of the largest content libraries available, with a mix of hit originals, movie classics and documentaries you won’t find anywhere else in Australia.
Prime Video only has one subscription plan. It’s priced at $9.99 with the option to pay an additional $2.99 to watch ad-free. This subscription lets you watch on three devices, download on four and stream in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Atmos audio.
You can also get access to Prime Video through an Amazon Prime subscription but keep in mind some content will be restricted and you may need to pay more to buy or rent it. . However, there are also other benefits to having an Amazon Prime subscription outside of video streaming, like free or express delivery, Amazon Music and more.
Apple TV+ prices
- Apple TV+ subscription | $15.99 per month
Apple TV+ takes a quality over quantity approach to streaming, with a smaller number of high-quality, award-winning shows and movies to choose from.
Apple TV+ offers a single monthly subscription. However, you can also access Apple TV+ with an Apple One subscription for $24.95 per month, which also comes with other services like iCloud, Apple Music and Apple Arcade.
Your Apple TV+ subscription lets you watch on six devices and download on mobile Apple devices to watch offline. You can also stream in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Atmos audio, and share your account with up to five family members.
Kayo prices
- Standard | $30 per month
- Premium | $40 per month
Kayo is home to live and on-demand sport, including NRL, AFL, cricket, Formula 1, tennis, golf, UFC and more.
There’s little difference between Kayo’s two subscription tiers. On the Standard plan, you can only watch on one device at a time and can stream in HD, while the Premium plan lets you watch on two devices and stream in 4K Ultra HD.
BritBox prices
- BritBox monthly | $13.99
- BritBox yearly | $139.99
BritBox is the go-to hub for British TV shows. Viewers can stream classics like Father Ted and Fawlty Towers, as well as new hits like Call the Midwife and Line of Duty.
BritBox comes with a single subscription that you can pay monthly or yearly. This subscription lets you watch on four devices, download up to 25 shows and movies across five devices and stream in HD quality.
Foxtel Now prices
- Starter bundle | $35 per month
- Sports + Movies bundle | $84 per month
- Ultimate bundle | $104 per month
Foxtel Now is Foxtel’s on demand streaming service, offering three bundles of Foxtel content to watch online. The only difference between these bundles is the content that's available to you. The Starter bundle offers Foxtel originals, comedy, drama and lifestyle favourites. The Sports + Movies bundle adds over 50 live sports and blockbuster movies, and the Ultimate bundle comes with all Foxtel content including documentaries and kids entertainment.
Subscribers can register up to five devices and watch on two at the same time. However, you also can’t download content to watch online, or watch in higher quality than HD.
Paramount+ prices
- Basic with ads | $6.99
- Standard | $10.99
- Premium | $13.99
Paramount+ is a well-priced option for those looking for a mix of content to suit all ages. It’s home to Nickelodeon, MTV and Showtime content.
On the Paramount+ Basic plan, you can only stream on one device in HD quality with ads included, and you won’t be able to download for offline watching. The Standard plan lets you stream ad-free on two devices and download up to 25 videos to watch offline. On the Premium plan, you can watch in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Atmos audio on up to four devices.
Average streaming bill
According to Canstar research, the average Australian household pays $41 per month on streaming services, which equates to $492 per year. Those aged 18-29 spend the least on streaming services at $37 per month, followed by those aged 30-39, who spend $40 per month. The biggest spenders are those aged 50-59, forking out $43 per month.
Is it worth having multiple streaming services?
While one streaming service is enough for many Aussies (35%), the majority are paying for multiple platforms.
- 26% paying for two
- 19% paying for three
- 12% paying for four
- 8% paying for five or more
If you watch content across different services everyday, subscribing to multiple platforms may be useful to you. However, if you find yourself favouring one, consider cancelling your other subscriptions for a period or sharing account logins with friends and family.
How to save money on your streaming service?
If you’re looking to cut back on your streaming bill, here are a few things consider:
- An internet and entertainment bundle may be cheaper. Some internet providers offer a streaming subscription with internet packages, which could be cheaper in some cases. Of those surveyed by Canstar, 19% said they chose their internet plan for its bundled entertainment options.
- Share accounts. While some streaming services have been cracking down on account sharing, you may be able to share an account with friends or family to split the cost.
- Rotate your subscriptions. Regularly rotate your subscriptions to avoid paying for multiple services at once. Streamers make it easy for customers to subscribe and unsubscribe, and typically bill monthly, so you can turn your payment plans on and off as often as you like.
- Review your plan. If your streaming service has a tiered plan system, you could save by dropping a level or switching to a plan with ads. This could mean savings of up to $12 per month, depending on your provider.
- Pay annually. If you’re loyal to a particular streaming service, it might be worth paying annually for a discount.
