You cannot bundle Apple TV+ directly with Peacock through either service

Apple TV+ and Peacock are owned by different companies—Apple and NBCUniversal—so neither offers a joint subscription package. You buy them as separate monthly subscriptions, each billed independently to your payment method. However, you can reduce your total streaming cost by combining Apple TV+ with other services that do offer bundle options, or by taking advantage of promotional offers that sometimes come with device purchases or carrier plans.

The most practical way to save money is to subscribe to Apple TV+ through a bundle that includes it, rather than paying for Apple TV+ alone. These bundles exist, but they do not include Peacock. If you want both services, you will pay for them separately.

Key Takeaways

  • Apple TV+ and Peacock cannot be bundled together because they are owned by different companies and do not partner on subscription packages.
  • You can get Apple TV+ as part of the Apple One bundle, which combines it with iCloud storage, Apple Music, and Apple Arcade, but Peacock is not included.
  • Peacock offers its own bundle with other NBCUniversal services, but Apple TV+ is not part of it.
  • Some carrier plans and device purchases include free or discounted Apple TV+ for a limited time, which can lower your overall cost while you maintain a separate Peacock subscription.
  • The cheapest way to have both services is to compare the cost of Apple TV+ alone against the cost of an Apple One plan, then add Peacock separately.

What Apple One includes and costs

Apple One is Apple's bundle that pairs Apple TV+ with three other Apple services: Apple Music (ad-free music streaming), Apple Arcade (games), and iCloud+ (cloud storage). The bundle comes in three tiers. The Individual plan includes 50 GB of iCloud storage. The Family plan includes 200 GB of storage and lets up to six family members use the services. The Premier tier adds 2 TB of storage and includes Apple News+ and Apple Fitness+.

Pricing varies by country and changes periodically, so check Apple's official pricing page for your region. In the United States, the Individual plan costs less per month than buying Apple TV+ and Apple Music separately, so if you use both, the bundle saves money. The Family plan is designed for households with multiple users. If you only want Apple TV+ and do not use the other services, buying Apple TV+ alone may be cheaper than any Apple One tier.

Apple One does not include Peacock. If you want both Apple TV+ and Peacock, you will need to pay for them as separate subscriptions, whether you choose Apple TV+ standalone or through an Apple One bundle.

How to set up Apple TV+ through Apple One

If you decide an Apple One bundle makes sense for your household, you can start a subscription on any Apple device: iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV. Open the Settings app, tap your name at the top, select Subscriptions, then tap Apple One. Choose your tier and confirm your payment method. Your subscription will renew automatically each month on the date you started it.

If you already pay for Apple TV+ separately, you can upgrade to Apple One without losing your existing subscription. Apple will credit any remaining balance from your standalone Apple TV+ subscription toward the Apple One plan. You do not need to cancel Apple TV+ first.

Family members can access Apple TV+ through Apple One if they are part of your Family Sharing group. Set up Family Sharing in Settings under your name, then invite family members by email. They will receive an invitation and can accept it on their own device. Once they join, they can watch Apple TV+ on their own devices using their own Apple ID.

Peacock subscription options and how they differ from Apple TV+

Peacock is owned by NBCUniversal and operates independently from Apple. It offers a free tier with ads and limited content, a Premium tier with more shows and movies but still with ads, and a Premium Plus tier that removes most ads. You can also add Peacock to certain cable or streaming bundles if your provider offers it, but these are carrier-specific and do not involve Apple TV+.

Unlike Apple TV+, which is ad-free at all price points, Peacock's lower tiers include advertising. If you want to watch without ads, you pay more. Peacock also rotates content more frequently than Apple TV+, so shows and movies may leave the service after a set period.

To subscribe to Peacock, visit peacocktv.com or read the Peacock app on your device, then choose your tier and enter your payment information. Your subscription renews monthly. Peacock does not offer a family plan the way Apple One does, but Premium and Premium Plus subscribers can create multiple profiles on one account for different household members.

Ways to reduce the cost of both services together

Some device purchases include promotional offers for Apple TV+. If you buy a new iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV, you may receive three months of Apple TV+ free. Check your device's setup screen or visit apple.com/appletv to see if you may have access to. This offer does not explore to Peacock, but it can reduce your Apple TV+ cost for a quarter while you maintain a separate Peacock subscription.

Certain mobile carriers and internet providers bundle Apple TV+ with their plans. Verizon, for example, includes Apple TV+ free for customers on specific plans. If you are already paying for a carrier plan, check whether Apple TV+ is included before you buy it separately. This benefit does not extend to Peacock.

If you use both services only occasionally, you can subscribe to one for a month or two, then pause or cancel and switch to the other. Neither service locks you into a contract, so you can move between them. This approach works if you have a backlog of shows to watch on one service, then want to explore the other.

Comparing the total cost of owning both services

To decide whether to buy Apple TV+ alone or through Apple One, calculate what you would pay for each option over a year, then add your Peacock cost. If you use Apple Music, Apple Arcade, or iCloud+ alongside Apple TV+, an Apple One bundle usually costs less than buying each service separately. If you only want Apple TV+, compare the standalone price to the cheapest Apple One tier in your region.

Peacock's cost depends on which tier you choose. The free tier costs nothing but includes ads and limited content. Premium and Premium Plus both cost more per month than Apple TV+ alone, so your combined bill for both services will be higher than either one individually.

Write down the monthly cost of your current setup, then compare it to the cost of switching to an Apple One bundle plus Peacock. The difference may be small enough that the added features of Apple One (music, games, storage) make the bundle worthwhile, even if you do not use all of them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a discount if I subscribe to both Apple TV+ and Peacock together?

No. Apple and NBCUniversal do not offer a joint discount or bundle. You pay the full price for each service separately. However, you may save money by choosing an Apple One bundle instead of Apple TV+ alone, then adding Peacock on top of that.

Does Peacock come with any Apple device purchase?

No. Peacock is not included with any Apple device. Apple TV+ is sometimes included free for a few months with new device purchases, but Peacock is not. You would need to subscribe to Peacock separately and pay for it in full.

Can I share an Apple One subscription with family members and a Peacock subscription with the same people?

Yes, but they work differently. Apple One Family plans let up to six family members access all services, including Apple TV+, through Family Sharing. Peacock does not have a family plan, but Premium and Premium Plus subscribers can create multiple profiles on one account. Both services can be used by the same household members, but you manage them through different systems.

What happens to my Apple TV+ if I downgrade from Apple One to a standalone subscription?

You keep Apple TV+ and your viewing history. Apple will prorate your billing so you do not pay twice. Your subscription will continue uninterrupted, but you will lose access to the other Apple One services (Music, Arcade, iCloud+, and any others in your tier) unless you keep paying for them separately.

Is there a way to try both services before committing to a monthly subscription?

Apple TV+ does not offer a free trial, but some device purchases include three months free. Peacock offers a free tier with ads, so you can explore its content at no cost before deciding whether to pay for Premium or Premium Plus. Neither service requires a credit card to start the free Peacock tier.