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HBO Max pricing and service overview
HBO Max includes HBO series and movies, Max Originals, select Warner Bros. titles, and programming from brands such as Discovery, HGTV, TLC, and Food Network. In the U.S., HBO Max offers three plans: Basic with Ads, Standard, and Premium. HBO Max lists monthly and annual pricing for all three plans, although available billing options can vary by subscription provider.
How much does HBO Max cost?
HBO Max Plans and Pricing
| Package Name | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
HBO Max™ Basic with Ads | $10.99/mo. | — |
HBO Max™ Standard (No Ads) | $18.49/mo. | — |
HBO Max™ Premium (No Ads) | $22.99/mo. | — |
HBO Max™ Basic with Ads Yearly | $109.99/year | — |
HBO Max™ Standard (No Ads) Yearly | $184.99/year | — |
HBO Max™ Premium (No Ads) Yearly | $229.99/year | — |
Data effective as of post date.
HBO Max offers three U.S. plans: Basic with Ads, Standard, and Premium. HBO Max lists monthly and annual prices for each plan, with annual subscriptions costing less than 12 months at the monthly rate. The plans differ by more than advertising: Standard adds offline downloads and access to select live sports, while Premium adds more simultaneous streams, more downloads, and 4K UHD video on supported titles and devices. Standard and Premium remove ads from on-demand shows and movies, but live events still include ads.
HBO Max combines HBO and Max Originals with movies and series from Warner Bros., DC, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Discovery, and other Warner Bros. Discovery brands. Standard and Premium subscribers also get select live sports, including MLB, NHL, NCAA Men’s March Madness, Roland-Garros, U.S. Soccer, and premier cycling events. HBO Max may offer limited-time promotions to new and eligible subscribers, so check HBO Max deals for current offers.
HBO Max plans FAQ
What's included in HBO Max?
HBO Max includes HBO series and movies, Max Originals, select Warner Bros. titles, and programming from brands such as DC, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Discovery, HGTV, Food Network, and TLC. Content access also varies by plan: select live sports are included with Standard and Premium but aren't included with Basic with Ads.
Can I watch HBO Max without ads?
Yes. HBO Max Standard and Premium let you watch on-demand shows and movies without ads, while Basic with Ads includes commercial breaks. However, live events contain ads regardless of your plan, and HBO Max says promotional trailers or other promotional messaging may also appear on any plan.
Does HBO Max offer a free trial?
Most HBO Max subscription providers don't currently offer a free trial to new subscribers. If a plan or promotional offer includes a free trial, HBO Max says the trial and its eligibility requirements will be shown during signup. Limited-time promotional offers may also be available to new and eligible subscribers.
Does HBO Max require a contract?
HBO Max doesn't require a traditional multiyear TV service contract, but subscriptions can use monthly or annual billing, depending on the provider. Subscriptions automatically renew until canceled. If you cancel, you can generally continue streaming through the end of your current billing period; cancellation terms for annual subscriptions can differ based on how you're billed.
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