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Streaming · $9.99–$12.99/mo · ~$138/yr

Is Apple TV+ worth it in 2026?

Apple TV+ frequently lingers after a free trial that came with a new device. At roughly $138 a year, whether Apple TV+ 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 $138/yr.
Cancel it if…
  • You can't recall the last time you used it.
  • You also pay for Netflix or Hulu or Disney+.
  • It started as a free trial you forgot about.
Before you commit $138/yr

Not automatic and not granted by cancelling. Apple routes refund requests for apple.com/bill charges to reportaproblem.apple.com, where you sign in and request a refund for a specific charge. Apple documents no guaranteed refund window or approval for Apple TV. Separately, if you switch to Apple One, Apple states you get a prorated refund for individual services you already subscribed to (except iCloud+).

How Apple TV+ compares in Streaming

Apple TV+ runs $9.99–$12.99/mo — 22% less than the average streaming subscription we track (~$15/mo across the streaming services we track). The most common overlap for streaming subscribers is paying for Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ at the same time — worth checking your statement for before deciding.

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Is Apple TV+ worth it? FAQ

How much is Apple TV+ per year?
At $9.99–$12.99/mo, Apple TV+ costs roughly $138 a year for a typical plan — more on higher tiers. That's 22% less than the average streaming subscription we track (~$177/yr).
Who is Apple TV+ worth it for?
Apple TV+ is worth it if you actively use it most weeks. If you can't remember the last time you did, that annual $138 is likely a leak.
Should I cancel Apple TV+?
If you're also still paying for Netflix or Hulu or Disney+ — common overlaps in the same Streaming category — you're likely paying twice for the same need. Check your statement first to confirm you're even still being charged for Apple TV+.
What if I sign up and Apple TV+ isn't for me?
Not automatic and not granted by cancelling. Apple routes refund requests for apple.com/bill charges to reportaproblem.apple.com, where you sign in and request a refund for a specific charge. Apple documents no guaranteed refund window or approval for Apple TV. Separately, if you switch to Apple One, Apple states you get a prorated refund for individual services you already subscribed to (except iCloud+).

Compare other subscriptions

Is Netflix worth it?
Streaming · $7.99–$24.99/mo
Is Hulu worth it?
Streaming · $9.99–$18.99/mo
Is Disney+ worth it?
Streaming · $9.99–$15.99/mo
Is Max (HBO Max) worth it?
Streaming · $9.99–$20.99/mo

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