Peacock's Three Pricing Tiers

Peacock offers three ways to watch: a free tier with ads, a paid tier with ads for $5.99 per month, and a paid tier without ads for $11.99 per month. The free version lets you watch a rotating selection of movies, TV shows, and sports, but you will see commercials and cannot read content to watch offline. The two paid tiers unlock the full Peacock library and let you stream everything the service offers.

The $5.99 plan (called Peacock Premium) includes the entire catalog but still shows ads during playback. The $11.99 plan (Peacock Premium Plus) removes ads from most content and lets you read episodes and movies to your phone or tablet to watch without an internet connection. Both paid plans also include live sports, news, and exclusive NBC programming.

Key Takeaways

  • Peacock's free tier shows ads and rotates its content library, so not everything is always available.
  • The $5.99 monthly plan gives you the full library but includes commercials during playback.
  • The $11.99 monthly plan removes ads from most shows and movies and lets you read content offline.
  • Annual subscriptions cost $59.99 for Premium and $119.99 for Premium Plus, saving you about $12 per year on each tier.

Annual Payment Options Save Money

If you pay for a year upfront instead of month-to-month, Peacock discounts both paid tiers. Premium costs $59.99 per year (instead of $71.88 if you paid monthly), and Premium Plus costs $119.99 per year (instead of $143.88 monthly). The annual Premium plan saves you roughly $12, and the annual Premium Plus plan saves you about $24 over the course of a year.

You can switch between plans or cancel anytime. If you choose annual billing and later downgrade to a lower tier, Peacock will refund the difference. Upgrading from annual to a higher tier charges you the prorated difference when ready.

What's Included at Each Price Point

The free tier includes a limited but rotating selection of NBC shows, movies, and sports events. You cannot read anything, and you will see ads. The library changes regularly, so a show available this month may not be next month.

Peacock Premium ($5.99/month) unlocks the full library permanently. You get access to all NBC shows, movies, sports, news, and exclusive Peacock originals. The catch is that ads still play during most content. You also cannot read episodes or movies.

Peacock Premium Plus ($11.99/month) removes ads from nearly all content and lets you read up to 25 titles at a time to watch offline. A small number of shows and movies still show ads even on Premium Plus, but the vast majority are ad-free. This tier is the only one that supports offline viewing.

How Peacock Compares to Other Streaming Services

Peacock's free tier is more generous than most competitors — Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu all require payment to watch anything. However, Peacock's paid tiers are cheaper than many rivals. Disney+ costs $7.99 with ads or $10.99 without ads (prices vary by region). Hulu starts at $7.99 with ads. Netflix's cheapest ad-supported plan is $6.99 per month.

The main trade-off is content. Peacock focuses heavily on NBC programming, sports, and news, so if you want a broader range of movies and shows, you may need multiple services. Many people use Peacock alongside other streaming platforms rather than as a replacement.

Special Offers and Bundled Deals

Peacock sometimes offers promotional pricing for new subscribers, such as discounted first months or extended free trials. These offers change frequently and vary by region, so check the Peacock website directly to see what is currently available in your area.

If you have a Comcast cable or internet subscription, you may already have Peacock Premium included at no extra cost. Xfinity customers should check their account to see if Peacock is bundled with their service. Some mobile carriers and other companies also offer Peacock subscriptions as part of their plans, so it is worth checking what you already pay for before buying a separate subscription.

How to Pay and Manage Your Subscription

You can sign up for Peacock through the website or the mobile app using a credit card, debit card, or PayPal. If you already have a Comcast or NBC account, you can use those login credentials. Peacock will charge your payment method on the same day each month (or year, if you chose annual billing).

To change your plan, cancel, or update your payment method, log into your Peacock account and go to Account Settings. You can downgrade, upgrade, or stop your subscription anytime without penalty. If you cancel mid-month, you keep access until your billing date, and you will not be charged again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I share my Peacock account with family members?

Peacock allows one account per household. You can watch on multiple devices at the same time with the same login, but the service is designed for one household, not multiple locations. Peacock does not currently offer family plans or separate profiles the way Netflix does.

Does Peacock Premium Plus really have no ads?

Premium Plus removes ads from almost all content, but a small number of shows and movies still display ads even on the ad-free tier. Peacock publishes a list of titles that contain ads on Premium Plus, so you can check before you watch. Most mainstream content is completely ad-free.

What happens if I downgrade from Premium Plus to Premium?

You lose the ability to read content and ads return during playback. If you paid for a full year of Premium Plus and downgrade partway through, Peacock refunds the difference between the two plans for the remaining months.

Is there a student discount for Peacock?

Peacock does not currently offer a dedicated student discount. However, some student discount platforms and services bundle Peacock with other perks, so check if your school or a student membership service you use includes it.

Can I use Peacock on my smart TV?

Yes. Peacock is available on most major smart TV platforms, including Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Samsung, LG, and others. You can also cast from your phone to a Chromecast or AirPlay to an Apple TV. The app works the same way on all devices — your plan tier and pricing remain the same.