Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month or $99 per year in the United States

Apple TV+ is a streaming service run by Apple that shows films, television series, and documentaries. The monthly plan costs $9.99 and renews every 30 days. The yearly plan costs $99 and renews every 12 months. Both plans give you the same content — the price difference is only about how often you pay and whether you save money by committing for a year.

The price you pay depends on where you live. In Canada, the monthly plan is CAD $5.99 and the yearly plan is CAD $59.99. In the United Kingdom, it is £4.99 per month or £49.99 per year. Prices in other countries vary. If you are unsure of the price in your location, you can check the Apple TV+ website or the App Store on your device.

Apple TV+ does not show advertisements, even on the cheaper plan. You watch the same content without ads whether you pay monthly or yearly. There is no separate ad-supported tier.

Key Takeaways

  • Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month or $99 per year in the United States, with no ads on either plan.
  • The yearly plan saves you about $20 compared to paying monthly for 12 months.
  • Prices differ by country, so check your local App Store or the Apple TV+ website to see what you will pay.
  • You can cancel your subscription at any time, and your access stops at the end of your current billing period.
  • Some people get Apple TV+ free or discounted through other Apple services or carrier bundles.

How to check your current subscription and billing date

If you already have Apple TV+, you can see what plan you are on and when you will be charged next. On an iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app, tap your name at the top, then tap Subscriptions. Find Apple TV+ in the list and tap it. You will see your plan type, your next billing date, and a button to manage or cancel your subscription.

On a Mac, open System Settings, click your name in the sidebar, then click Subscriptions. Find Apple TV+ and click it to see the same information. On an Apple TV device, go to Settings, then Accounts, then Subscriptions, then Apple TV+.

If you subscribe through the web, sign in to your Apple account at appleid.apple.com, click Subscriptions, and find Apple TV+ in the list. You can change your plan or cancel from any of these places.

Discounts and bundle options

Apple offers Apple TV+ as part of Apple One, a bundle that combines multiple Apple services. Apple One comes in three tiers. The Individual plan includes Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple Arcade, and 50 GB of iCloud storage for $16.95 per month. The Family plan adds up to five more family members and increases iCloud storage to 200 GB for $25.95 per month. The Premier plan adds Apple News+ and Apple Fitness+ and increases iCloud storage to 2 TB for $37.95 per month.

If you buy an Apple device like an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV, you may get three months of Apple TV+ free. This offer changes depending on which device you buy and when. Check the product page for the device you are considering to see if it includes a free trial.

Some mobile carriers and internet providers bundle Apple TV+ with their service at a discount or for free. Verizon, for example, has offered free Apple TV+ to certain wireless customers. Check with your carrier to see if they have a current offer.

What happens when your subscription ends

When your subscription ends, you lose access to Apple TV+ immediately. You cannot watch shows or films, and you cannot download content to watch later. If you cancel in the middle of a billing period, you keep access until the end of that period — Apple does not refund partial months.

If you change your mind after cancelling, you can resubscribe at any time. Your watchlist and viewing history will be there when you come back, as long as you sign in with the same Apple account.

How payment methods work

Apple TV+ charges to the payment method linked to your Apple account. This is usually a credit card, debit card, or Apple Gift Card. You can change your payment method in your Apple account settings at any time. If a payment fails, Apple will try again a few times before suspending your subscription.

If you use a family sharing plan, the organizer of the family group is the one who gets charged. Other family members cannot be charged separately for Apple TV+.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I share my Apple TV+ subscription with family members?

Yes, if you set up Family Sharing on your Apple account. Up to six family members can watch on the same subscription, and each person has their own profile and watchlist. The organizer of the family group pays for the subscription, and it appears on their payment method.

Is there a free trial for Apple TV+?

Apple does not currently offer a free trial to new subscribers who sign up directly. However, you may get three months free if you buy a new Apple device. Some carriers and internet providers also include free Apple TV+ with their service.

Can I watch Apple TV+ on multiple devices at the same time?

You can stream on up to four devices at once with a single subscription. If someone tries to watch on a fifth device, they will be asked to stop watching on another device first.

What happens if I pause my subscription?

Apple does not offer a pause option. You can only cancel your subscription. When you cancel, you keep access until the end of your current billing period. You can resubscribe whenever you want.

Do I pay tax on Apple TV+?

Tax is added to your bill depending on where you live and your local tax laws. The price shown in the App Store or on the Apple TV+ website usually includes tax, so what you see is what you will pay.