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Streaming services from most to least expensive
Wouldn’t it be great if all your favorite shows and movies were on the same platform? Sadly, all the good stuff is scattered across different apps, including Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and HBO Max. If you’re juggling multiple subscriptions, these streaming services can burn a massive hole in your wallet.
You may have even signed up for services you don’t watch but still pay for. Let’s look at the top streaming service costs and give you some options to reduce your monthly bills.
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For now, let’s look over some of the most popular streaming services. (Oh, and by the way, your smart TV is probably spying on you. Here’s how to stop it.)
We’ll list them from most to least expensive, using the basic tier as a baseline.
HBO Max
It’s called HBO Max, for now. It was recently announced that this streaming platform would change names to just Max soon. You can get exclusive access to Warner Bros. movies and your favorite HBO shows and movies. These plans give you over 13,000 hours of content.
| Plans | Pricing | Benefits |
| With ads | $9.99/month or $99.99/year (16% savings). | Watch everything with limited ads for a lower price. |
| Ad-free | $15.99/month or $149.99/year (over 20% savings). | Download shows and movies to watch on the go. |
By the way, streaming service prices might be rising. Here’s the surprising reason why that might be a good thing.
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