Peacock Premium costs $11.99 per month for ad-free streaming

Peacock Premium is the ad-free tier. It costs $11.99 per month when you pay month to month, or $119.99 per year if you prepay annually. That annual option saves you about $24 compared to paying monthly.

This is Peacock's only ad-free plan. There is no higher tier with extra features — Premium is where the ads stop. You get the same content library whether you choose Premium or the free tier; the difference is whether commercials play during shows and movies.

Peacock also offers a Premium Plus tier at $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year, which includes offline downloads — the ability to save episodes and movies to your device to watch without an internet connection. If offline viewing does not matter to you, Premium at $11.99 is the ad-free option you need.

Key Takeaways

  • Peacock Premium removes all ads and costs $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year.
  • Paying annually saves about $24 compared to 12 monthly payments.
  • Premium Plus adds offline downloads for $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year.
  • The free tier with ads remains available if you want to watch without paying.
  • Both paid tiers unlock the full Peacock library; the free tier has a smaller selection.

What content you can watch on Premium

Peacock Premium gives you access to the full library: NBC shows like The Office, Parks and Recreation, and Saturday Night Live; movies from Universal Pictures; sports including Premier League soccer and WWE wrestling; and Peacock originals like The Traitors and Poker Face. Live sports and breaking news from NBC also stream on Premium without ads.

The free tier includes some of this content but with a smaller selection and commercial breaks. If you watch regularly, Premium removes the interruption and gives you the full catalog to choose from.

How Premium Plus differs from Premium

Premium Plus costs $8 more per month than Premium ($19.99 versus $11.99). The only difference is offline downloads — the ability to read episodes and movies to your phone or tablet and watch them without an internet connection. Everything else is identical: no ads, same content library, same streaming quality.

If you travel, commute on transit without service, or want to watch on a plane, Premium Plus makes sense. If you always have internet access where you watch, Premium is all you need.

Comparing Peacock to other streaming services

Peacock Premium at $11.99 per month is cheaper than most competitors. Disney+ costs $7.99 with ads or $13.99 without ads. Hulu without ads is $14.99 per month. Netflix's ad-free plans start at $15.49 per month. Max (formerly HBO Max) is $19.99 per month without ads.

Peacock's price advantage comes partly because it is newer and has a smaller original series catalog than Netflix or Max. If you watch mainly NBC content, sports, and movies, Premium is a good value. If you want a broader range of originals, you may end up subscribing to multiple services anyway.

Payment options and billing

You can pay for Peacock Premium through the Peacock app, the website, or through a cable or streaming bundle. If you have Comcast, Cox, or Verizon Fios, you may have Premium included with your internet or TV package — check your account to see if it is already active.

Monthly billing charges you $11.99 on the same date each month. Annual billing charges $119.99 once per year. You can cancel anytime; there is no contract. If you cancel mid-month, you keep access until the end of your billing period.

Free tier with ads versus Premium

Peacock's free tier is genuinely free — no payment required. You watch with ads, and the content selection is limited compared to Premium. Some newer shows and movies are Premium-only; older NBC content and some movies are available free.

The free tier is worth trying if you are unsure whether you will watch regularly. If you find yourself watching more than a few hours per week, the $11.99 monthly cost for Premium is small enough that the uninterrupted experience usually pays for itself in convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I share my Peacock Premium account with family members?

Peacock allows multiple profiles on one account, but the terms of service state that Premium is for personal use only. Sharing outside your household may violate the terms. Peacock has not enforced password-sharing restrictions as strictly as Netflix, but the policy exists and could change.

Does Peacock Premium work on all devices?

Premium streams on phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and streaming devices like Roku and Apple TV. The Peacock app is available on most major platforms. Check the Peacock website to confirm your specific device is supported before you subscribe.

What happens if I downgrade from Premium to the free tier?

You lose ad-free viewing and access to Premium-only content. Your watchlist and viewing history stay with your account. If you resubscribe to Premium later, you can pick up where you left off.

Is there a free trial for Peacock Premium?

Peacock occasionally offers free trial periods, usually seven days, but these promotions change. Check the Peacock website or app to see if a trial is currently available in your region.

Can I get Peacock Premium cheaper through a bundle?

Some internet and cable providers include Peacock Premium with their packages at no extra cost. Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Verizon Fios customers should check their accounts. If you already pay for one of these services, Premium may already be active.