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Streaming · $7.99–$24.99/mo · ~$198/yr

Is Netflix worth it in 2026?

Netflix quietly raises prices most years and offers three tiers, so many people pay for a plan pricier than they need. At roughly $198 a year, whether Netflix 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 $198/yr.
Cancel it if…
  • You can't recall the last time you used it.
  • You also pay for Hulu or Disney+ or Max (HBO Max).
  • It started as a free trial you forgot about.
How Netflix compares in Streaming

Netflix runs $7.99–$24.99/mo — 12% more 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 Hulu, Disney+, Max (HBO Max) at the same time — worth checking your statement for before deciding.

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Is Netflix worth it? FAQ

How much is Netflix per year?
At $7.99–$24.99/mo, Netflix costs roughly $198 a year for a typical plan — more on higher tiers. That's 12% more than the average streaming subscription we track (~$177/yr).
Who is Netflix worth it for?
Netflix is worth it if you actively use it most weeks. If you can't remember the last time you did, that annual $198 is likely a leak.
Should I cancel Netflix?
If you're also still paying for Hulu or Disney+ or Max (HBO Max) — 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 Netflix.

Compare other subscriptions

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
Is Paramount+ worth it?
Streaming · $7.99–$12.99/mo

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