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HBO Max: Price, Plans
Updated September 18, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 100
The strongest film catalog of any subscription here, and the one to keep if you only keep one.
Value for money82
The biggest film catalog of any subscription, and the ad tier keeps the price low.
$10.99 a month. The cheapest service in the same category is $8.99 ($2 less).
Content quality79
304 recommended titles, a serious catalog.
Carries 304 titles from our recommended list.
Apps and devices82
Solid app, available on 8 of the 12 major devices.
Rated 4.87 on iPhone and 4.78 on Android. Works on 8 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality65
1080p with surround sound; 4K lives on the pricier plan.
Base plan streams in 1080p with 5.1 sound. 4K is on the more expensive plan.
Best for Award-winning originals
HBO Max is a subscription-based on-demand platform available in the US and a growing number of international markets. New subscribers can choose from three monthly tiers ranging from $10.99 (with ads) to $18.49 (no ads) to $22.99 (no ads, plus more concurrent streams, downloads, and 4K streaming). An annual subscription option is also available.
When you subscribe, you’ll get HBO’s world-class exclusives, such as The Wire and Game of Thrones, but HBO Max also functions as a bundle: you’ll get content from Discovery, DC, Criterion Collection, Looney Tunes, Studio Ghibli, Turner Classic Movies, and Crunchyroll.
Most devices that can stream video support HBO Max, including Amazon Fire TV and Roku.
How Much Does HBO Max Cost? All Plans & Pricing
- Access to the entire library
- Limited ads (6 minutes per hour)
- 1080p quality
- No ads
- 30 downloads available
- Live sports available
- No ads
- 100 downloads available
- Live sports available (limited to 2 screens)
What Channels Does HBO Max Carry? (1+ Channels)
HBO Max carries 1+ channels, including CNN.
- CNN
What Devices Support HBO Max?
- Airplay
- Amazon Fire TV
- Android TV
- Apple TV
- Google TV Streamer
- PlayStation
- Roku
- Samsung TV
- Xbox
HBO Max at a Glance
Payment Options
- Amazon Appstore
- Apple App Store
- Credit card
- Debit card
- Google Play Store
- Paypal
- Prepaid card
- Roku Channel Store
- Samsung Smart Hub
HBO Max Features
- 3 screen streams
- 4k
- Ad-free option
- Ad-supported option
- Annual subscription
- Dolby Atmos
- Kid profiles
- Monthly subscription
- Multiple profiles
- Offline downloads
- On-demand content
- Parental controls
- Picture in picture
- Spatial audio
- Works with VPN
Specialty
- Action
- Anime
- Classics
- Comedy
- Family
- Horror
- Movies
- News
- Old TV shows
- Original series
- True Crime
- TV shows
Who Is HBO Max For?
With shows from other networks from Cartoon Network to CNN, there's a good chance you'll find something that's worth watching. While Max has a lot more to offer than what you'd get on the HBO channel, it also provides all the hits, like Game of Thrones, The Wire or Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.
Is HBO Max Worth It?
Programming: The breadth of shows and movies justifies the higher price of Max. As of the pandemic, the platform has also begun to release new movies originally intended for the big screen. It even includes podcasts.
Frequently Asked Questions About HBO Max
How much does HBO Max cost?
HBO Max starts at $10.99/month. Plans range from $10.99 to $22.99/month.
Does HBO Max have a free trial?
HBO Max does not currently offer a free trial.
What channels does HBO Max include?
HBO Max carries 1 channels, including CNN.
What devices support HBO Max?
HBO Max is available on Airplay, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, Google TV Streamer, PlayStation, Roku, Samsung TV, Xbox.
Can I cancel HBO Max anytime?
HBO Max is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is HBO Max worth it?
Programming: The breadth of shows and movies justifies the higher price of Max. As of the pandemic, the platform has also begun to release new movies originally intended for the big screen. It even includes podcasts.