Video streaming services monthly subscription price in the U.S. 2024

Netflix had the most expensive subscription plan among video streaming services in the U.S., with its ad-free premium tier costing just under 23 U.S. dollars per month as of October 2024. By contrast, the streaming giant’s most basic plan supported with ads costs subscribers nearly seven U.S. dollars on a monthly basis. Peacock and Paramount+ were priced lower than the larger, more established SVOD providers like Netflix, Max, and Disney+, with the latter recently increased their fees. 

Consumer behavior after price hikes

Video streaming services regularly increase their subscription costs. However, in light of recent economic developments, it is particularly taxing for consumers who must decide whether they can still afford the luxury of having multiple streaming subscriptions. According to a 2024 survey, the main reasons for consumers to stop the use of streaming offers were cost-related, and they are increasingly looking for alternative monetization models and bundling options. 

DTC business under pressure

In order to keep their customers engaged and boost income, streaming providers needed to take action. Disney, for example, not only increased subscription fees, but also announced several cost-cutting measures to become profitable in the direct-to-consumer business in the upcoming years. These included laying off thousands of employees and reducing content spending by removing TV shows and movies from their services.