Peacock's Monthly Pricing

Peacock offers three tiers: a free ad-supported plan with no monthly cost, Peacock Premium at $5.99 per month with ads, and Peacock Premium Plus at $11.99 per month without ads. The free plan gives you access to a rotating selection of movies, TV shows, and sports, but with limited content compared to paid tiers. Premium and Premium Plus unlock the full library, including new releases and exclusive originals.

Peacock also sells an annual subscription option. Premium costs $59.99 per year (equivalent to about $5 per month), and Premium Plus costs $119.99 per year (about $10 per month). Annual plans save you money if you plan to stay subscribed for the full 12 months.

Some customers get Peacock included with other services. Comcast internet and TV customers may receive Premium or Premium Plus at no extra cost depending on their plan. Certain mobile carriers and credit card companies also bundle Peacock subscriptions as a cardholder benefit, so check your existing services before paying separately.

Key Takeaways

  • Peacock Free costs nothing but shows ads and limits your access to a smaller content library.
  • Peacock Premium costs $5.99 per month with ads or $59.99 per year, unlocking the full library.
  • Peacock Premium Plus costs $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year and removes all ads.
  • Comcast internet customers and some mobile carriers may receive Premium or Premium Plus at no additional charge.
  • You can cancel anytime without penalty, and Peacock does not lock you into a contract.

What You Get With Each Plan

The free plan includes a curated selection of content that rotates regularly. You see ads throughout playback, and some shows and movies are not available on the free tier at all. The free plan works well if you want to sample Peacock without spending money, but you will hit content walls quickly if you have specific shows in mind.

Premium ($5.99/month) gives you the entire Peacock library: all NBC shows, movies, sports (including Premier League soccer and select WWE events), and original series like The Traitors and Poker Face. You still watch ads, but you get everything. Premium Plus ($11.99/month) is identical except you watch no ads during most content—though some live sports and events still include ads even on Premium Plus because of licensing rules.

Both paid tiers let you read select titles to watch offline, create multiple user profiles on one account, and stream on up to four devices at once. If you share your account with family members in different households, Peacock allows this, though the company has signaled it may restrict password sharing in the future.

How Peacock Compares to Other Streaming Services

Netflix's cheapest ad-supported plan costs $6.99 per month, and its ad-free Standard plan costs $15.49 per month. Disney+ costs $7.99 per month with ads or $13.99 without. Hulu costs $7.99 with ads or $14.99 without. Peacock's Premium tier at $5.99 undercuts most competitors on price, though Netflix and Disney+ offer larger content libraries overall.

Where Peacock stands out is live sports and next-day NBC broadcasts. If you watch Premier League soccer, WWE, or want to catch Saturday Night Live the morning after it airs, Peacock is often cheaper than buying cable or a separate sports subscription. For pure movie and scripted-series volume, Netflix and Disney+ still have more, but Peacock's originals have grown stronger in the past two years.

How to Pay and Cancel

You can sign up for Peacock through the Peacock website, the Peacock app on your phone or streaming device, or through your cable provider if you are a Comcast customer. Payment goes on your credit card or debit card. Peacock does not require a contract, so you can cancel your subscription at any time without penalty.

To cancel, log into your Peacock account, go to Account Settings, select Subscription, and choose Cancel Subscription. The cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, so you keep access through the date you paid for. If you cancel mid-month, you do not get a refund for unused time.

Free Trial and Promotional Offers

Peacock does not currently offer a free trial period for new subscribers. However, the free ad-supported plan lets you explore the service at no cost before deciding whether to upgrade. Some promotions appear periodically—watch for discounted first months or bundled offers during major sporting events like the Super Bowl or Olympics, which Peacock streams.

If you are a Comcast customer, check your account to see whether Premium or Premium Plus is already included. Peacock sometimes runs limited-time offers for new customers, so it is worth checking the Peacock website directly before signing up to see whether a current promotion applies to you.

Sharing Your Account Across Households

Peacock allows you to stream on up to four devices at the same time on one account, and you can create separate user profiles so each person sees their own recommendations and watch history. Many households share one subscription across family members in different locations, and Peacock has not yet enforced restrictions on this practice the way Netflix has.

That said, Peacock has publicly discussed plans to limit password sharing in the future, similar to Netflix's crackdown. If you share your login with people outside your household, understand that this policy may change. For now, it remains permitted, but do not assume it will stay that way indefinitely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch Peacock on my TV?

Yes. Peacock is available on most smart TVs, including Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV devices. You can also use a streaming device like Apple TV, Chromecast, or a gaming console. read the Peacock app from your device's app store and sign in with your account.

Does Peacock Premium Plus really have no ads?

Almost all content is ad-free on Premium Plus, but live sports and some special events still include ads due to licensing agreements with sports leagues. If you are watching a recorded show or movie, Premium Plus removes ads entirely.

What happens if I cancel and then want to rejoin?

You can rejoin Peacock anytime by signing back in with your original account. Your watch history and profiles remain saved. There is no penalty for canceling and resubscribing later, so you can pause your subscription during months you do not plan to watch.

Is Peacock included with my cable bill?

Comcast internet and TV customers may receive Peacock Premium or Premium Plus at no extra cost, depending on their service tier. Check your Comcast account or contact customer service to see what you have. Some mobile carriers and credit card companies also bundle Peacock, so review your other subscriptions before paying separately.

Can I use Peacock in other countries?

Peacock is available only in the United States. If you travel internationally, you will not be able to stream Peacock outside the US, even with a paid subscription. Some content is also restricted by licensing, so not all titles are available in all US regions.