Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month for a standard subscription, or $99 per year if you pay annually

Apple TV+ is a standalone streaming service separate from Apple TV (the app or device). The monthly plan renews every 30 days at $9.99. The annual plan costs $99 and renews once per year, which works out to about $8.25 per month if you divide the yearly cost by 12. You can cancel either plan anytime without penalty.

If you have an Apple One bundle — which combines Apple TV+, Apple Music, iCloud+ storage, and other Apple services — the cost is lower per service. Apple One bundles start at $16.95 per month for the individual plan. The exact price of Apple TV+ within a bundle depends on which bundle tier you choose.

Students pay $5.99 per month for Apple TV+ through Apple's student pricing program, which requires verification through SheerID or your school email. This rate applies only to the monthly plan, not the annual option.

Key Takeaways

  • Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month on a monthly plan or $99 per year on an annual plan, with no long-term contract.
  • The annual plan saves you about $20 per year compared to paying monthly, but you pay the full $99 upfront.
  • Students can subscribe for $5.99 per month with valid school verification.
  • Apple One bundles include Apple TV+ along with other services, and may cost less overall if you use multiple Apple services.
  • You can share your Apple TV+ account with family members through Family Sharing, though Apple limits simultaneous streams to four per account.

What's included in your Apple TV+ subscription

Your subscription gives you access to all Apple TV+ original shows and films. This includes series like Ted Lasso, Severance, and The Morning Show, plus films like CODA and Killers of the Flower Moon. You can stream on up to four devices at the same time, though only one stream per device.

You get 4K video quality on compatible devices and the ability to read episodes to watch offline. There are no ads on Apple TV+, unlike some competing services that offer ad-supported tiers at lower prices.

How to share your subscription with family

Apple TV+ works with Family Sharing, which lets up to six family members access the same subscription. Each person gets their own profile and viewing history. You set up Family Sharing through Settings on your Apple device, and it takes a few minutes to add family members.

Family Sharing also includes shared access to the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud+ storage, and other Apple services depending on your setup. If you have an Apple One bundle, Family Sharing applies to all included services at no extra cost.

Comparing Apple TV+ to other streaming services

Apple TV+ at $9.99 per month is cheaper than Disney+ ($7.99 to $13.99 depending on the plan), Netflix ($6.99 to $22.99 depending on the plan), and HBO Max ($9.99 to $19.99 depending on the plan). However, Apple TV+ has a smaller library than these competitors because it focuses on original content rather than licensed shows and films.

If you own an Apple device, you may already have a free trial of Apple TV+ that lasts three months. This applies to new subscribers who purchase a Mac, iPad, iPhone, or Apple TV device. The free period begins when you first open the Apple TV app and set up your account.

Payment methods and billing

You pay for Apple TV+ through your Apple ID, using whatever payment method is linked to that account. This can be a credit card, debit card, or Apple Gift Card. Your bill appears on your monthly or annual Apple ID statement.

If you cancel your subscription, you lose access when ready. You cannot pause a subscription or put it on hold — you either pay or you don't have access. If you cancel mid-month on a monthly plan, you keep access until the next billing date.

Free trials and promotional offers

Apple occasionally offers promotional periods for new subscribers. If you buy a new Apple device, you typically get three months of Apple TV+ free. Some carriers and retailers also bundle Apple TV+ free for a limited time with phone plans or device purchases.

These offers change regularly and depend on your location and which device or service you purchase. Check the Apple TV app or your device's setup screen when you first set up it to see if a free trial is available to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get Apple TV+ for free?

New Apple device owners receive three months free when they set up their device and open the Apple TV app. Some phone carriers and retailers offer limited-time free access as well. After any free period ends, you must pay the monthly or annual subscription rate to continue watching.

Does Apple TV+ have ads?

No. Apple TV+ does not offer an ad-supported tier. All subscribers pay the same price and watch without advertisements. This differs from Netflix, Disney+, and other services that offer cheaper plans with ads included.

Can I use my Apple TV+ subscription on non-Apple devices?

Yes. You can watch Apple TV+ on Android phones and tablets, Fire TV devices, Roku, Samsung Smart TVs, and web browsers at tv.apple.com. You log in with your Apple ID on any device. The subscription cost is the same regardless of what device you use.

What happens if I cancel my subscription?

You lose access to Apple TV+ when ready when your subscription ends. You cannot read shows to keep permanently. If you resubscribe later, you start fresh — there is no way to pause or resume a subscription without canceling and restarting.

Is Apple TV+ included in Apple One?

Yes. Apple One bundles include Apple TV+ along with Apple Music, iCloud+ storage, and other services. The individual Apple One plan costs $16.95 per month and includes 50GB of iCloud storage. Family plans cost more but cover up to six people and include 200GB of shared storage.