Updated November 2, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 10
A film catalog that Max already includes, so this only makes sense on its own.
Value for money6.9
Max already includes this catalog, so paying separately only makes sense without Max.
$9.99 a month. The cheapest service in the same category is $8.99 ($1 less). Weighed against what it carries (content 4.5/10), that comes to 6.9 on value.
Content quality4.5
A rotating film catalog that Max already includes.
We have no title-level data for this one, so this is our own read on how much there is worth watching.
Apps and devices9.4
Polished app, available on 11 of the 12 major devices.
Rated 4.87 on iPhone and 4.78 on Android. Works on 11 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality7.5
1080p, stereo; no 4K at any price.
Base plan streams in 1080p.
The cable channel Cinemax used to be available as a standalone service but has since become an add-on to major streaming services. Signing up for Cinemax costs $9.99 a month as a Hulu add-on, with a seven-day free trial. You can also get it as an add-on package for $9.99 a month on Amazon Prime.
Cinemax can be accessed via a full range of services including Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Fire TV, Roku, Xbox One and is compatible across devices Apple and PC computers, and Android and Apple phones and tablets.
Available as an add-on on Hulu, and as premium channels on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and The Roku Channel
Sign up for Monthly Add-onCinemax go is the latest on-demand service from Time Warner and is a sister channel of HBO. Launched in 2002, it’s separate from the less popular Max Go service, the latter of which was discontinued in April 2020.
Cinemax specializes in movies, so if you’re looking for a solid range of blockbusters and popular titles, you won’t be disappointed. Original programming includes mainly action series, while there’s also adult programming.
Add-on package: If you’re looking to expand your movie and TV streaming options without adding another subscription to your list, Cinemax can be used with Amazon Prime and comes cheaper than HBO.
Behind-the-scenes content: Cinemax offers behind-the-scenes interviews and making-of shorts with some of its features.
How much does Cinemax cost?
Cinemax starts at $9.99/month.
Does Cinemax have a free trial?
Cinemax does not currently offer a free trial.
Can I cancel Cinemax anytime?
Cinemax is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is Cinemax worth it?
Add-on package: If you’re looking to expand your movie and TV streaming options without adding another subscription to your list, Cinemax can be used with Amazon Prime and comes cheaper than HBO. Behind-the-scenes content: Cinemax offers behind-the-scenes interviews and making-of shorts with some of its features.
Five criteria, each scored out of 10. The overall score is their weighted average: content 50%, value 20%, apps 20%, streaming quality 10%. Live TV packages are also scored on customization and add-ons (20%), with the other four scaled to 40%, 16%, 16% and 8%.
Value for money
0The most expensive service of its kind.
10The cheapest service of its kind, with full content.
Content quality
0None of the 20 most-watched cable channels, or nothing from our recommended list.
10All 20 channels, or the deepest catalog of titles we recommend.
Apps and devices
0A one-star app that runs on none of the 12 major devices.
10Five-star apps on all 12 major devices.
Streaming quality
0Below 720p.
104K on the plan we price.
Customization and add-ons
0A live TV package with no add-on packs to build on.
10Eight or more add-on packs at $15 a month or less.