What DoorDash subscription plans offer

DoorDash+ is a paid membership that reduces delivery fees and provides other perks on food orders through the DoorDash app. The plan costs $9.99 per month or $96 per year if paid upfront. Members get free delivery on orders over $15 from most restaurants, reduced fees on smaller orders, and exclusive deals that change weekly.

The membership does not cover the cost of the food itself — you still pay full menu prices. It also does not apply to convenience stores, alcohol orders, or some specialty merchants on the platform. DoorDash can change the membership price, included benefits, or participating restaurants at any time.

You can cancel the subscription at any point through the app settings. Cancellation takes effect immediately, and you will not be charged again. If you cancel mid-month, you do not receive a refund for the unused portion.

Key Takeaways

  • DoorDash+ costs $9.99 per month or $96 per year and removes delivery fees on orders over $15 from participating restaurants.
  • The membership does not cover food costs, alcohol, or orders from convenience stores and specialty merchants.
  • You can cancel anytime through the app, and the cancellation takes effect immediately with no refund for unused time.
  • The plan includes rotating weekly deals and discounts that vary by location and restaurant.

How to start and manage your subscription

To start a DoorDash+ membership, open the DoorDash app and look for the membership option in the menu or account settings. You will see the current price and what is included. Tap to begin the subscription, and DoorDash will charge your payment method on file immediately. Your membership becomes active right away.

To view your subscription status, open the app and go to your account settings. You can see your renewal date, the amount you will be charged next, and the payment method being used. From this same screen, you can cancel at any time by selecting the option to end your membership.

If you pay for the annual plan ($96 upfront), your renewal date will be one year from the purchase date. Monthly memberships renew on the same day each month. If your payment method fails, DoorDash will attempt to charge you again, and your membership may pause until payment goes through.

What the delivery fee discount actually means

With DoorDash+, orders over $15 (before tax and tip) have zero delivery fee. Orders under $15 still have a delivery fee, but it is typically lower than the standard rate for non-members. The exact discount on smaller orders varies by location and restaurant.

The membership does not reduce service fees, which are separate charges that DoorDash adds to cover payment processing and platform costs. It also does not reduce the markup that restaurants charge on items ordered through the app — those prices are set by the restaurant, not by DoorDash.

Delivery time does not change with membership. Your order goes to the same driver pool and takes the same amount of time as a non-member order would. The membership only affects what you pay for delivery, not how fast it arrives.

Restaurants and merchants not covered by the membership

DoorDash+ does not apply to orders from convenience stores, grocery delivery through DoorDash Mart, alcohol purchases, or certain specialty merchants. Some restaurants may opt out of the membership program, so you may see a delivery fee even on orders over $15 from those locations.

Before you place an order, the app shows whether the restaurant participates in DoorDash+. If you see a delivery fee listed for an order over $15, that restaurant does not participate. You can still place the order, but the membership discount will not apply.

Catering orders and group orders are also excluded from the membership benefit. If you order through a third-party restaurant website or platform instead of the DoorDash app, the membership does not apply — you must order directly through DoorDash to receive the discount.

When the membership might not save you money

If you order less than once per week, the $9.99 monthly fee may cost more than the delivery fees you would pay without membership. For example, if you place two orders per month and each would have a $2 delivery fee, you would spend $4 on fees without membership but $9.99 with it.

If most of your orders are under $15, the membership provides less value because you still pay a delivery fee on those orders. The discount is most useful for people who regularly order $15 or more and place orders at least twice per month.

Some restaurants offer their own free delivery programs or loyalty discounts that may overlap with DoorDash+. Check whether a restaurant has its own membership or promotion before assuming the DoorDash membership is the cheapest option.

Comparing DoorDash+ to other delivery memberships

Uber Eats offers a similar membership called Uber One, which costs $9.99 per month and includes free delivery on orders over $15. Grubhub+ costs $9.99 per month and offers free delivery on orders over $12. The main difference is the order minimum and which restaurants are available in your area.

Some credit cards and bank accounts offer DoorDash credits or fee waivers as a cardholder benefit. If you have one of these cards, you may not need a separate DoorDash+ membership. Check your card benefits before paying for the subscription.

Costco members can purchase a discounted DoorDash+ membership through Costco's website. The price and terms vary, so check Costco's current offer if you have an active membership.

What happens if you stop paying or cancel

When your DoorDash+ membership expires or you cancel it, your next order will show the standard delivery fees for non-members. You will not receive a warning before the membership ends — it simply stops working on the renewal date or immediately after you cancel.

If you cancel mid-month, you lose access to the membership for the rest of that month. DoorDash does not prorate refunds, so you will not receive money back for unused time. If you want to avoid being charged for the next month, cancel before your renewal date.

If you reactivate the membership later, you start a new subscription period. Your old membership history does not carry over, and you will be charged the current price for DoorDash+, which may be different from what you paid before.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does DoorDash+ cover the cost of my food?

No. The membership only removes or reduces delivery fees. You pay full menu prices for the food itself, plus any service fees and taxes that DoorDash adds. The restaurant sets the food prices, not DoorDash.

Can I use DoorDash+ on orders from grocery stores or convenience stores?

No. The membership only works on food orders from restaurants. Grocery delivery through DoorDash Mart, convenience stores, and alcohol orders are excluded. Check the app before ordering to see whether a specific merchant participates.

What if I forget to cancel before my renewal date?

DoorDash will charge you for the next billing period. You can cancel anytime after that through the app, and the cancellation takes effect immediately. You will not be charged again, but you will not receive a refund for the month you were already charged.

Is the annual plan cheaper than paying monthly?

Yes. The annual plan costs $96 per year, which is about $8 per month. The monthly plan costs $9.99 per month. If you plan to keep the membership for the full year, the annual plan saves you about $24. If you cancel before the year ends, you lose the unused portion with no refund.

Do I have to tip the driver if I have DoorDash+?

Tips are separate from delivery fees and are not affected by membership. You can choose to tip or not tip, and the amount is up to you. The membership only covers the delivery fee charged by DoorDash, not the tip you give the driver.