Peacock has three pricing tiers: a free ad-supported plan, a standard paid plan at $5.99 per month, and a premium plan at $11.99 per month

The free tier gives you access to a rotating selection of movies, TV shows, and sports content, but with ads and some restrictions on what you can watch. The $5.99 Standard plan removes most ads and unlocks the full library, though a small number of shows still have ads. The $11.99 Premium plan removes ads entirely and lets you read content to watch offline.

Peacock is owned by NBCUniversal, so it carries NBC shows, movies from Universal, and sports like Sunday Night Football and Premier League soccer. If you have a cable or internet provider that includes Peacock, you may already have access to one of the paid tiers at no extra cost — check your provider's app or website.

Key Takeaways

  • The free plan costs nothing but shows ads and limits your access to the full content library.
  • The Standard plan at $5.99 per month removes most ads and unlocks the full library, with a few shows still carrying ads.
  • The Premium plan at $11.99 per month removes all ads and lets you read episodes to watch without an internet connection.
  • Many cable and internet providers include a Peacock tier with your subscription, so check your provider before paying separately.
  • Peacock does not charge per show or per movie — once you pay for a tier, you watch everything in that tier without additional fees.

What each plan includes and what it costs

The free plan costs $0 and includes a curated selection of Peacock's content. You will see ads before, during, and after shows and movies. Some newer releases and live sports events are not available on the free tier. You cannot read content, and you can watch on one screen at a time.

The Standard plan at $5.99 per month gives you access to nearly all of Peacock's library. Most shows and movies play without ads, but a small number of titles — usually newer releases and some live sports — still have ads built in. You can watch on two screens at the same time and read some content to your phone or tablet.

The Premium plan at $11.99 per month removes ads from everything except a few live sports events where ads are part of the broadcast itself. You can watch on four screens at once and read most content. This is the tier that gives you the most flexibility if you watch frequently or share your account across a household.

How to check if your cable or internet provider includes Peacock

Comcast, Charter Spectrum, Cox, and several other large internet and cable providers bundle Peacock access with certain packages. If you pay for internet or cable through one of these companies, you may already have a Standard or Premium tier included.

Log into your provider's app or website and look for a section called "Included Services," "Free Apps," or "Streaming." You can also call your provider's customer service and ask whether Peacock is included in your plan. If it is, you will get a login code or link to set up it on Peacock's website — you do not pay anything extra.

Some providers include the free tier automatically, while others include Standard or Premium depending on your package level. It is worth checking before you sign up and pay separately.

How to pay for Peacock if you choose a paid plan

You can sign up for Standard or Premium directly on Peacock's website or through the Peacock app on your phone, tablet, or streaming device. You will need an email address and a payment method — Peacock accepts credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal.

Once you enter your payment information, your subscription starts when ready. You will be charged on the same day each month. If you want to cancel, you can do so anytime through your account settings — there is no contract or cancellation fee.

Peacock also offers annual billing if you pay for a full year upfront. The Standard plan costs $59.99 per year (about $5 per month), and the Premium plan costs $119.99 per year (about $10 per month). Annual billing saves you a small amount compared to paying month to month.

Watching Peacock on different devices

Peacock works on most streaming devices: Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV, and Samsung Smart TVs. It is also available as an app on iPhones, iPads, and Android phones. You can watch through a web browser on your computer at peacocktv.com.

Your subscription works across all devices — you log in once with your email and password, and you can watch on any device that supports the app. The number of screens you can watch at the same time depends on your plan: one screen on free, two on Standard, and four on Premium.

What happens if you share your account across a household

Peacock allows you to create multiple profiles within one account, so different people in your household can have their own watch history and recommendations. However, the number of people who can watch at the same time is limited by your plan — free allows one, Standard allows two, and Premium allows four.

If more people want to watch at once than your plan allows, the oldest stream will stop. Peacock does not restrict account sharing the way some other services do, but if the company detects unusual activity — like streams from very different locations at the same time — it may ask you to verify your account.

Comparing Peacock to other streaming services

Peacock is cheaper than most major streaming services if you choose the Standard plan. Netflix's Standard plan is $15.49 per month, Disney+ is $7.99 per month with ads or $13.99 without, and Hulu is $7.99 with ads or $14.99 without. Peacock's $5.99 Standard plan undercuts most of these, though the content library is smaller.

If you want to watch NBC shows, Universal movies, and Premier League soccer, Peacock is the only place to get them. If you mainly want Marvel, Star Wars, or Disney content, Disney+ is a better choice. If you want the broadest library of older movies and TV shows, Netflix typically has more options. Many people subscribe to multiple services rather than choosing just one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch Peacock for free?

Yes. Peacock's free tier includes a rotating selection of movies, shows, and sports, though with ads and some content restrictions. You will not have access to the full library, but you can watch without paying anything.

Do I have to pay month to month, or can I pay once a year?

You can choose either. Month-to-month billing costs $5.99 for Standard or $11.99 for Premium. Annual billing costs $59.99 for Standard or $119.99 for Premium and saves you a small amount per month. You can switch between monthly and annual anytime.

Can I cancel anytime without a penalty?

Yes. There is no contract, and you can cancel through your account settings anytime. You will keep access through the end of the billing period you already paid for, and you will not be charged again.

What if I already have Peacock through my cable company?

Check your provider's app or website for a section on included services. If Peacock is included, you will get a login code or set up link. You do not pay Peacock separately — it is part of your cable or internet bill.

Can I read shows to watch offline?

The free plan does not allow downloads. The Standard plan lets you read some content, and the Premium plan lets you read most content. Downloaded shows expire after a set period, so you cannot keep them forever.