How much do subscriptions cost over 10 years?

The average person spends $273/month on subscriptions, which totals over $32,000 over 10 years. Services like Adobe Creative Cloud can cost over $6,500 alone in that time.

What could I buy instead of paying for subscriptions?

Instead of renting content, you could own it. For example, your streaming subscription costs could buy vinyl records, books, or permanent digital purchases. Our calculator shows what you could own instead of paying monthly fees.

How can I reduce my subscription costs?

Use our calculator to see your total spend, identify expensive subscriptions, find cheaper alternatives, and cancel services you rarely use. Many services have free alternatives or one-time purchase options.

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Max Premium vs Netflix Premium

Which subscription costs less over time?

Max Premium saves you $240 over 10 years

That's $2/month or $24/year less

CHEAPER OPTION

Max Premium

HBO content plus Discovery shows. 4K streaming on 4 devices.

Monthly$23

Yearly$276

5 Years$1,379

10 Years$2,759

Cancellation:

Easy

Netflix Premium

The top-tier Netflix plan with 4K Ultra HD, HDR, and 4 simultaneous streams.

Monthly$25

Yearly$300

5 Years$1,499

10 Years$2,999

Cancellation:

Easy

Cost Breakdown

Timeframe	Max Premium	Netflix Premium	Difference
Monthly	$23	$25	$2
6 Months	$138	$150	$12
1 Year	$276	$300	$24
2 Years	$552	$600	$48
5 Years	$1,379	$1,499	$120
10 Years	$2,759	$2,999	$240

The Bottom Line

Max Premium is the more affordable option at $23/month compared to Netflix Premium's $25/month.

Over 10 years, choosing Max Premium saves you $240. That's enough to buy a few good books.