Netflix US Plans and Prices: How Much Does Each Plan Cost?
Netflix has three monthly prices in the US: $8.99 for Standard with ads, $19.99 for Standard, and $26.99 for Premium. If you can accept ads and only need one or two devices playing at once, consider the lowest-priced plan. Choose Standard to remove ads, or consider Premium for 4K HDR or three to four simultaneous devices.
This guide covers direct subscriptions through the US website, priced in US dollars before tax. Official plan details were checked on November 12, 2026. Prices and available plans can differ elsewhere; this US price table is not a local quote for another country.
How much is Netflix per month?
| Plan | Monthly price (USD, before tax) | Ads | Maximum video quality | Simultaneous devices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard with ads | $8.99 | Yes | 1080p | 2 |
| Standard | $19.99 | No | 1080p | 2 |
| Premium | $26.99 | No | 4K + HDR | 4 |
Prices and features come from Netflix's official US plan guide. Applicable taxes are extra. Billing and extra-member eligibility may differ if you pay through a mobile carrier, TV provider or another third party, so check the actual subscription page.
“Simultaneous devices” means the number of devices that can play content at the same time, not the number of profiles you can create. Adding profiles does not increase that allowance.
Interactive comparison: how do the three plans differ?
Deselect plans you are not considering, or turn on “Show differences only.” The comparison covers price, picture quality, audio, downloads and device restrictions. “Best for” is editorial guidance based on those features. All options below are official US direct subscriptions; extra-member slots cost more and are not included in the base monthly price.
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All three plans are subject to Netflix's household rules. Access outside the household requires a separate check of extra-member eligibility. Standard with ads and Standard both support two simultaneous devices and downloads on two devices; Premium increases those limits to four and six, respectively. The ad-supported plan excludes some titles because of licensing and cannot add extra members. Standard can buy one extra-member slot, while Premium can buy up to two.
Which Netflix plan is right for you?
Lower cost, with ads: Standard with ads
This plan is usually enough if you do not need 4K, mostly watch on one or two devices, and accept ads. Before subscribing, check whether your usual titles are available: some licensing-restricted titles display a lock icon.
The ad-supported plan allows up to 15 downloads per device per calendar month. Standard and Premium instead allow up to 100 active downloads stored on each device at a time. The first limit counts monthly downloads; the second counts downloads currently stored and valid. It is not “15 a month versus 100 a month.” Some titles also have download-frequency or expiry restrictions; see Netflix's download guidance.
Some older TVs and streaming devices that run Netflix cannot support the ad-supported plan. Check compatibility and update your software before subscribing. Ad-free plans do not guarantee support for every older device either. See Netflix's device restrictions for ad-supported plans.
No ads, with up to two simultaneous devices: Standard
Standard costs $11 more per month than the ad-supported plan. The main benefits are ad-free viewing and eligibility to buy an extra-member slot. Both plans top out at 1080p and have the same simultaneous-device limit.
If you simply want to remove ads and do not need 4K or more simultaneous streams, there is no need to jump straight to Premium.
4K or three to four simultaneous devices: Premium
Premium costs $7 more per month than Standard. Either native 4K HDR or more than two simultaneous devices can be a reason to upgrade; you do not need both.
| How you watch | Plan to consider | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| One or two devices, with ads acceptable | Standard with ads | No need for 4K; your usual titles are available |
| One or two devices, without ads | Standard | 1080p is sufficient |
| Frequent viewing of 4K HDR titles | Premium | Title, display, playback device and connection all support it |
| Three or four devices often playing at once in one household | Premium | You actually need the higher simultaneous allowance |
| Sharing with someone at a different address | Check extra-member eligibility first | Four simultaneous devices alone do not establish sharing eligibility |
A 4K TV can play Standard's 1080p content. Premium does not turn an HD source into native 4K, so the titles you actually watch also determine whether an upgrade is worthwhile.
Premium includes Netflix spatial audio for titles labeled with that feature, not the entire catalog. This is separate from whether you use a 4K display. Head tracking also requires compatible devices and headphones. See Netflix's spatial audio guide.
How much do extra members cost, and what is the total monthly bill?
Extra members provide separate access for eligible people outside the household. Standard can buy one slot and Premium up to two; Standard with ads cannot buy extra-member slots. In the US, each extra member costs $7.99 per month with ads or $9.99 without ads.
| Combination | Total monthly price (USD, before tax) |
|---|---|
| Standard + 1 extra member with ads | $27.98 |
| Standard + 1 ad-free extra member | $29.98 |
| Premium + 2 extra members with ads | $42.97 |
| Premium + 2 ad-free extra members | $46.97 |
These totals include the base plan and the stated extra members, excluding applicable tax. Extra members have their own account and password, paid for by the person inviting them. They generally need to be in the same country where the main account was created, and each can watch on only one device at a time.
An extra member with ads is limited to 1080p even when invited by a Premium subscriber. An ad-free extra member gets the video quality associated with the main account's plan. Billing channel and region affect eligibility, so check Netflix's extra-member guidance and the account page before adding anyone.
An extra member is different from a profile. Profiles separate viewing history and recommendations within one account. A PIN does not give a profile its own billing or account control. For device recognition issues, see the official Netflix Household explanation. For student offers, read our Netflix student discount guide.
Does Netflix have an annual plan?
Netflix bills official direct subscriptions monthly and does not offer annual, multi-month or lifetime memberships. The figures below are only twelve-month budget estimates assuming the current monthly price stays unchanged. They are not annual offers or a guarantee of future prices.
| Plan | Twelve-month budget (USD, before tax) |
|---|---|
| Standard with ads | $107.88 |
| Standard | $239.88 |
| Premium | $323.88 |
A third party selling three or twelve months of access does not mean Netflix offers an official subscription with that billing period. Check who takes payment, whose terms apply and who controls the account. See Netflix's billing and payment guide for official billing rules.
How does a FamilyPro shared profile differ from an official subscription?
FamilyPro provides a designated profile within a shared Netflix Standard account. You use the supplied login details to access that profile; you do not receive an independent Netflix account whose email, password and billing you manage. This is also different from an official Netflix extra member.
| Comparison | Your own official Netflix subscription | FamilyPro shared Standard profile |
|---|---|---|
| Account control | You manage email, password and billing | Shared login details are supplied; the password may change |
| Viewing features | Depend on the plan you choose | Standard's ad-free 1080p viewing |
| Profiles | You create and manage profiles in your account | Use the profile assigned to your order; a PIN can be set |
| Simultaneous viewing and downloads | Limited by your plan's account-level allowance | Allowances are shared with other users of the account |
| Usage rules | Follow Netflix household and subscription rules | Also read FamilyPro's product page and order rules |
| Payment and service period | Monthly Netflix billing | Depend on the package, price and order terms selected at purchase |
The number of profiles is not the number of people who can watch simultaneously. Even with multiple profiles, a Standard account allows only two devices to play at once. An assigned profile or PIN does not add separate streaming or download capacity for each person, nor does it fully isolate you from the account owner's management access.
FamilyPro's product page recommends a fixed device and IP, asks users to leave other profiles intact, and notes that passwords may change. These are the platform's usage recommendations and service rules, not official Netflix authorization to share outside a household. Check current prices, service periods, replacement and refund terms before buying; an old quote is not the current checkout price.
If shared account control and capacity limits suit your needs, check FamilyPro's current Netflix packages and usage rules. Choose the appropriate official option if you need independent account control, Premium picture quality or eligible official extra-member access.
Netflix plan FAQs
Can you still buy Basic in the US?
Netflix's current US plan guide states that Basic has been discontinued. This comparison therefore covers Standard with ads, Standard and Premium, rather than presenting an old Basic price as an available offer.
Do you need Premium if you have a 4K TV?
No. Standard can play 1080p content on a 4K TV. Premium's picture-quality advantage matters when you want native Netflix 4K/HDR and both the title and your equipment support it.
Can five people watch Standard at the same time?
No. Creating five profiles is different from playing five streams at once. A Standard account supports up to two simultaneous devices. Extra members have separate access rules and are not ordinary profiles.
Do US prices apply in other countries?
No. Currency, pricing, plans and extra-member eligibility can differ by country. This guide explains US direct subscriptions only. Converting dollars into your currency does not establish a locally available price.
Are extra members included in the Standard or Premium monthly fee?
No. The plan gives you eligibility to buy slots; adding them is optional. If you buy one, its cost is added to the main account's bill.
Sources
- Netflix downloads: download devices, monthly download counts, active downloads and title restrictions.
- Netflix ad-supported device restrictions: some devices cannot support playback with ads.
- Netflix spatial audio: Premium features, title labels and device requirements.
- Netflix US plans and pricing: monthly prices, video quality, simultaneous devices, download devices and Basic's status.
- Netflix extra members: separate accounts, eligible countries, device and video-quality limits.
- Netflix billing and payments: official monthly billing.
- Netflix Household: household scope and device recognition.
- FamilyPro Netflix product page: shared profiles and usage rules; prices and order terms are those shown when purchasing.