How much is Netflix?
Netflix costs $8.99/mo (Standard with ads), $19.99/mo (Standard), or $26.99/mo (Premium) in the US after the March 2026 price rise.
Key takeaways
- Standard with ads is the cheapest Netflix plan at $8.99/month.
- Standard (ad-free) costs $19.99/month and streams on up to 2 devices.
- Premium is $26.99/month with 4K UHD/HDR and up to 4 simultaneous streams.
- All three plans rose on March 26, 2026 (ad tier +$1, ad-free tiers +$2).
- Extra member slots add $7.99/mo (with ads) or $9.99/mo (ad-free) on Standard and Premium.
Netflix in the US costs $8.99/month for Standard with ads, $19.99/month for Standard (ad-free), and $26.99/month for Premium, as of 2026. These reflect the price increase that took effect on March 26, 2026. Netflix bills monthly with no annual plan, and prices are current as of the verified date and subject to change.
Netflix plan prices at a glance
| Plan | Monthly price | Video quality | Simultaneous streams |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard with ads | $8.99 | 1080p (Full HD) | 2 |
| Standard | $19.99 | 1080p (Full HD) | 2 |
| Premium | $26.99 | 4K (Ultra HD) + HDR | 4 |
The March 2026 price increase
On March 26, 2026, Netflix raised all three US plans: Standard with ads went up $1 (from $7.99 to $8.99), Standard rose $2 (from $17.99 to $19.99), and Premium rose $2 (from $24.99 to $26.99). This was the second US increase in less than two years.
What each plan includes
Standard with ads is the entry point: the full catalog with limited ad breaks, Full HD, and streaming on up to two devices at once. Standard removes ads, keeps Full HD and two streams, and lets you download on two devices. Premium adds 4K Ultra HD and HDR, up to four simultaneous streams, six download devices, and spatial audio. Standard and Premium also allow paid extra members outside your household.
Extra members and add-ons
If someone outside your household shares your account, Netflix charges an extra-member fee on the Standard and Premium plans: about $7.99/mo for an ad-supported extra member or $9.99/mo for an ad-free one. The ad-supported base plan does not offer extra-member slots. There is no separate student or annual discount in the US.
What you get / what moves the price
The price you pay depends mainly on whether you tolerate ads and how much video quality and how many screens you need. Choosing the ad tier is the single biggest saving—$8.99 versus $19.99 is more than half off. Stepping up to Premium is driven by 4K/HDR and four simultaneous streams for larger households. Sales tax is added on top and varies by state. Bundle deals through some mobile or internet carriers can change the effective cost.
Bottom line
Expect to pay $8.99/mo with ads, $19.99/mo for ad-free Standard, or $26.99/mo for Premium in the US. Netflix is month-to-month, so you can change tiers anytime. Figures are current as of the verified date and may change.
How to save on Netflix
- Choose the ad-supported plan, the cheapest tier, if you can tolerate commercials.
- Share one Standard or Premium household plan with the people you live with instead of holding separate accounts.
- Drop from Premium to Standard if you do not need 4K or the extra simultaneous streams.
- Rotate subscriptions: binge a show, then pause or cancel and resubscribe later without losing your profile.
- Check whether Netflix comes bundled free or discounted with your mobile, internet or credit-card plan.
- Pay only for the plan and number of screens you actually use rather than defaulting to the top tier.
- Watch for annual gift-card deals or promotions that effectively lower the monthly price.
Cost scenarios
Budget: Around $8.99 a month gets the ad-supported plan with the full catalog and HD on a limited number of devices.
Typical: About $19.99 a month is the ad-free range most US subscribers pay for HD or 4K streaming without commercials.
Premium: Up to $26.99 a month covers the top Premium tier with 4K HDR, the most simultaneous streams and extra-member add-ons.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Netflix per month?
In the US, Netflix is $8.99/mo for Standard with ads, $19.99/mo for Standard (ad-free), and $26.99/mo for Premium, as of 2026.
What is the cheapest Netflix plan?
Standard with ads at $8.99/month is the cheapest plan. It includes the full catalog in Full HD with limited ads and up to two streams.
How much is Netflix Premium?
Netflix Premium costs $26.99/month. It adds 4K Ultra HD, HDR, up to four simultaneous streams, and six download devices.
Does Netflix have an annual plan?
No. Netflix in the US is billed monthly only; there is no annual or yearly discount. You can switch or cancel plans at any time.
How much does it cost to add an extra member?
On Standard and Premium, an extra member outside your household costs about $7.99/mo (with ads) or $9.99/mo (ad-free). The ad-supported base plan has no extra-member option.
How we estimate this
Every figure on this page is compiled from the public sources cited above and given as a low–typical–high range rather than a single false-precise number. Where costs vary by location we scale the national typical using published state price levels. We recheck figures on a set schedule and stamp each report with the date last verified. We are independent and are never paid to change a number — see how we price things.
