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.

How much does Uber One cost per year?

Uber One costs $9.99/month, which equals $119.88 per year. Over 10 years, you'll spend $1198.80.

Is Uber One worth it?

At $9.99/month ($1198.80 over 10 years), consider what you could buy instead: 2 extra takeout meals per year (~$50). Whether it's worth it depends on how often you use it.

How do I cancel Uber One?

Cancellation difficulty for Uber One is rated "Easy". You can cancel at: https://help.uber.com/ubereats/article/how-do-i-cancel-my-uber-one-membership

What are alternatives to Uber One?

Alternatives to Uber One include: doordash-dashpass. You can also consider one-time purchase options that don't require monthly payments.

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Uber One

$0 Delivery Fee, up to 10% off eligible orders, and 6% Uber One credit on eligible rides.

Cost Breakdown

Monthly

$10

Yearly

$96

5 Years

$599

10 Years

$1,199

Reality check: Over the next decade, you'll spend $1,199 on Uber One. That's equivalent to 80 meals out, or 24 books.

Last updated: 2025-01Report outdated price

Before You Subscribe

Known Issues

Pricing IssueMinor Issue

Uber One users have reported seeing higher base fares compared to non-members, potentially offsetting the "savings" from the subscription.

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