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News & Reading · $4.25–$25/mo · ~$176/yr

Is The New York Times worth it in 2026?

The Times starts cheap and jumps to full price after the intro period, a classic silent price hike. At roughly $176 a year, whether The New York Times 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 $176/yr.
Cancel it if…
  • You can't recall the last time you used it.
  • You also pay for Audible or Scribd (Everand).
  • It started as a free trial you forgot about.
Before you commit $176/yr

The Terms of Sale state that all charges are nonrefundable and cancelling stops future charges rather than refunding the current period; the exception is a prepaid non-monthly print-plus-digital plan, which is refunded pro rata for undelivered copies.

How The New York Times compares in News & Reading

The New York Times runs $4.25–$25/mo — 6% more than the average news & reading subscription we track (~$14/mo across the news & reading services we track). The most common overlap for news & reading subscribers is paying for Audible, Scribd (Everand) 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 The New York Times worth it? FAQ

How much is The New York Times per year?
At $4.25–$25/mo, The New York Times costs roughly $176 a year for a typical plan — more on higher tiers. That's 6% more than the average news & reading subscription we track (~$166/yr).
Who is The New York Times worth it for?
The New York Times is worth it if you actively use it most weeks. If you can't remember the last time you did, that annual $176 is likely a leak.
Should I cancel The New York Times?
If you're also still paying for Audible or Scribd (Everand) — common overlaps in the same News & Reading category — you're likely paying twice for the same need. Check your statement first to confirm you're even still being charged for The New York Times.
What if I sign up and The New York Times isn't for me?
The Terms of Sale state that all charges are nonrefundable and cancelling stops future charges rather than refunding the current period; the exception is a prepaid non-monthly print-plus-digital plan, which is refunded pro rata for undelivered copies.

Compare other subscriptions

Is Audible worth it?
News & Reading · $14.95/mo
Is Scribd (Everand) worth it?
News & Reading · $11.99/mo
Is Netflix worth it?
Streaming · $7.99–$24.99/mo
Is Hulu worth it?
Streaming · $9.99–$18.99/mo

Prices are typical US ranges as of 2026 and may change. Finletix is not affiliated with The New York Times.