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Music · $10.99–$16.99/mo · ~$168/yr

Is Apple Music worth it in 2026?

Apple Music often overlaps with Spotify or YouTube Music on the same household's cards. At roughly $168 a year, whether Apple Music is worth it comes down to one question: do you actually use it?

Worth it if…
  • You use it most weeks.
  • It's your only service in this category.
  • The value clearly beats the $168/yr.
Cancel it if…
  • You can't recall the last time you used it.
  • You also pay for Spotify or YouTube Premium or SiriusXM.
  • It started as a free trial you forgot about.
Before you commit $168/yr

No automatic refund or proration — access simply runs to the end of the paid period; you can request a discretionary refund at reportaproblem.apple.com under "I'd like to" then "Request a refund", which Apple approves case by case.

How Apple Music compares in Music

Apple Music runs $10.99–$16.99/mo — 15% less than the average music subscription we track (~$16/mo across the music services we track). The most common overlap for music subscribers is paying for Spotify, YouTube Premium, SiriusXM at the same time — worth checking your statement for before deciding.

First, check you're even still paying for it

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Is Apple Music worth it? FAQ

How much is Apple Music per year?
At $10.99–$16.99/mo, Apple Music costs roughly $168 a year for a typical plan — more on higher tiers. That's 15% less than the average music subscription we track (~$198/yr).
Who is Apple Music worth it for?
Apple Music is worth it if you actively use it most weeks. If you can't remember the last time you did, that annual $168 is likely a leak.
Should I cancel Apple Music?
If you're also still paying for Spotify or YouTube Premium or SiriusXM — common overlaps in the same Music category — you're likely paying twice for the same need. Check your statement first to confirm you're even still being charged for Apple Music.
What if I sign up and Apple Music isn't for me?
No automatic refund or proration — access simply runs to the end of the paid period; you can request a discretionary refund at reportaproblem.apple.com under "I'd like to" then "Request a refund", which Apple approves case by case.

Compare other subscriptions

Is Spotify worth it?
Music · $11.99–$19.99/mo
Is YouTube Premium worth it?
Music · $13.99–$22.99/mo
Is SiriusXM worth it?
Music · $9.99–$24.99/mo
Is Netflix worth it?
Streaming · $7.99–$24.99/mo

Prices are typical US ranges as of 2026 and may change. Finletix is not affiliated with Apple Music.