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HBO Max vs Netflix 2026: Price, Shows & Streaming
Netflix leads with 282 million subscribers and lower starting prices ($6.99/month), while HBO Max offers premium HBO content and Warner Bros. films but has 63 million fewer subscribers. Netflix dominates in content volume and global reach, whereas HBO Max excels with theatrical movie releases and prestige TV shows.
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HBO Max (Max)
Warner Bros. Discovery streaming service featuring HBO shows, theatrical releases, and prestige content.
HBO fans, prestige drama enthusiasts, Warner Bros. movie fans, cord-cutters seeking theatrical releases at home
Score63%
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Netflix
World's largest streaming service with 283 million subscribers and 10,200+ titles across all genres.
Casual streamers, price-conscious viewers, international audiences, families seeking diverse content breadth
Score56%
Quick Answer
AI SummaryNetflix leads with 282 million subscribers and lower starting prices ($6.99/month), while HBO Max offers premium HBO content and Warner Bros. films but has 63 million fewer subscribers. Netflix dominates in content volume and global reach, whereas HBO Max excels with theatrical movie releases and prestige TV shows.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose Netflix if you want the largest content library, lowest entry price, and broadest global availability with 2,100+ originals. Choose HBO Max if you prioritize premium HBO series (Game of Thrones, The Wire), Warner Bros. theatrical releases on day-one, and prestige content quality over quantity.
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HBO Max (Max)
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9.2/10
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Choose HBO Max (Max) if
HBO fans, prestige drama enthusiasts, Warner Bros. movie fans, cord-cutters seeking theatrical releases at home
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Best pickCasual streamers, price-conscious viewers, international audiences, families seeking diverse content breadth
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Global Subscribers:✓ Netflix wins(282 million vs 63 million)
- Starting Price (USD):✓ Netflix wins($6.99/month vs $9.99/month)
- Original Series Count:✓ Netflix wins(2,100+ vs 850+)
Key Facts & Figures
129 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | HBO Max (Max) | Netflix | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Subscriber Count(millions) | 63 million (2024) | 282 million (Q3 2024) | -78% |
| Base Monthly Price(USD) | $9.99 | $6.99 | +43% |
| Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD/month) | $5.99 | $6.99 | -14% |
| Original Series Count(titles) | 850+ originals | 2,100+ originals | -60% |
| Same-Day Theater Release Window(days) | 0 (same day for select titles) | 45+ days (no theatrical releases) | -100% |
| Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards) | 34 Emmys | 52 Emmys | -35% |
| International Markets(countries) | 190+ countries | 190+ countries | |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(screens) | 4 screens (Premium) | 4 screens (Premium) | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Subscribers | 260M+ | 260M+ | |
| Content Budget(USD/year) | $17 Billion | $17 Billion | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Global Country Availability(countries) | 190+ | 190+ | |
| Original Content Releases in January 2026(count) | Multiple scheduled | Multiple scheduled | |
| Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices) | Up to 4 screens | Up to 4 screens | |
| Forward P/E Ratio(ratio) | 30 | 30 | |
| 1-Year Stock Performance(%) | +0.82% | +0.82% | |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Original Series Released (2025)(count) | 60+ original series | 60+ original series | |
| Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions) | ~260 million Netflix subscribers | ~260 million Netflix subscribers | |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio) | >1.4 (higher volatility) | >1.4 (higher volatility) | |
| Forward P/E Ratio(multiple) | 30x (reduced from prior quarters) | 30x (reduced from prior quarters) | |
| Base Monthly Price (2026)(USD) | $6.99 | $6.99 | |
| Content Library Size(titles) | 15,000+ | 15,000+ | |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 (on-demand only) | 0 (on-demand only) | |
| Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions) | 10.7 | 10.7 | |
| Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $24.99 | $24.99 | |
| Total Titles Available(titles) | ~12,500 titles | ~12,500 titles | |
| Original Productions Per Year(productions) | 250+ originals | 250+ originals | |
| Basic Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $6.99/month | $6.99/month | |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD) | $22.99/month | $22.99/month | |
| 4K Content Library(titles) | ~2,000 titles | ~2,000 titles | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 screens | 4 screens | |
| Annual Revenue (2025)(billion USD) | $45.18 billion | $45.18 billion | |
| Monthly Active Users(millions) | ~0.25 billion | ~0.25 billion | |
| Minimum Monthly Cost(USD) | $6.99 | $6.99 | |
| Daily Video Consumption(billion hours) | ~0.33 billion hours | ~0.33 billion hours | |
| 5-Year Stock Performance(percent gain) | 86.30% | 86.30% | |
| Basic Plan Price(USD/month) | $6.99 | $6.99 | |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month) | $22.99 | $22.99 | |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 channels | 0 channels | |
| Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations) | 450+ nominations | 450+ nominations | |
| User Satisfaction Score(%) | 87% | 87% | |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Netflix | Netflix | |
| Annual Revenue(billions USD) | Netflix | Netflix | |
| Year-over-Year Growth(percent) | Netflix | Netflix | |
| Price (Base Plan)(USD/month) | Netflix | Netflix | |
| Content Library Size(titles) | Netflix | Netflix | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) | Netflix | Netflix | |
| App Installs (2026)(millions) | Netflix | Netflix | |
| Content Update Frequency(releases per week) | Netflix | Netflix | |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $7.99/month | $7.99/month | |
| Monthly Subscription (Premium/No Ads)(USD) | $24.99/month | $24.99/month | |
| Total Library Size(titles) | 5,500+ titles | 5,500+ titles | |
| Original Series Released Annually(shows per year) | 100+ original series | 100+ original series | |
| 4K Content Available | 1,200+ titles | 1,200+ titles | |
| Show Completion Rate (User Engagement)(percent) | 68% | 68% | |
| Lowest Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | $6.99 | |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams) | 4 (Premium) | 4 (Premium) | |
| Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour) | 4-5 min/hour | 4-5 min/hour | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD) | $9.00 | $9.00 | |
| Monthly Cost (Premium Ad-Free Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 247 million (Q4 2024) | 247 million (Q4 2024) | |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 screens | 4 screens | |
| Music Library Size(million tracks) | No music library | No music library | |
| Original Content Titles (2026)(count) | 5,000+ titles | 5,000+ titles | |
| Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) | $22.99 | $22.99 | |
| Original Series Produced Annually(series) | 150+ | 150+ | |
| Annual Content Investment(billion USD) | $17.0B | $17.0B | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 (Premium tier) | 4 (Premium tier) | |
| Entry-Level Price with Ads(USD/month) | $6.99/month | $6.99/month | |
| Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month) | $22.99/month | $22.99/month | |
| Original Content Library(titles) | 2,500+ titles | 2,500+ titles | |
| Annual Revenue(billions USD) | $33.6B | $33.6B | |
| Streaming Subscribers(millions) | 283M | 283M | |
| Operating Margin(%) | 28.4% | 28.4% | |
| Annual Content Spend(USD billions) | $17B | $17B | |
| Theatrical Film Releases (2024)(count) | 0 | 0 | |
| Theme Parks Globally(count) | 0 | 0 | |
| Parks & Experiences Revenue(USD billions) | $0 | $0 | |
| Merchandise Licensing Revenue(USD billions) | ~$0.1B | ~$0.1B | |
| Monthly Price (Standard/Ad-Free)(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Cheapest Plan Price(USD) | $6.99 (with ads) | $6.99 (with ads) | |
| Original Series Released (2024)(series) | 156 | 156 | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices) | 2 devices | 2 devices | |
| Free Trial Period(days) | None (no free trial offered) | None (no free trial offered) | |
| User Subscribers (Q3 2024)(millions) | 282.7 | 282.7 | |
| Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Original Content Annual Budget(USD billions) | $17B | $17B | |
| Emmy Awards Won (2023-2024)(awards) | 188 Emmys | 188 Emmys | |
| 4K Ultra HD Availability | 65%+ of originals | 65%+ of originals | |
| Total Content Library(titles) | 12,800+ | 12,800+ | |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | $6.99 | |
| Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | $22.99 | |
| Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows) | 8% | 8% | |
| Premium/No-Ad Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | $22.99 | |
| Annual Original Content Production(titles) | 85+ series & films (2024) | 85+ series & films (2024) | |
| Mobile Gaming Library(games included) | 75+ games (no extra cost) | 75+ games (no extra cost) | |
| Monthly Subscriber Churn Rate(percent) | 2.4% | 2.4% | |
| Countries/Regions Available(countries) | 190+ countries | 190+ countries | |
| Base Monthly Cost (US)(USD) | $6.99 (ad-supported) | $6.99 (ad-supported) | |
| Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free US)(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | 15,000+ | 15,000+ | |
| Live Sports Events (Annual)(events) | 0 | 0 | |
| Original Content Produced (Annual)(titles) | 250+ | 250+ | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Base Tier)(streams) | 1-2 streams | 1-2 streams | |
| Countries Available(countries) | 190+ | 190+ | |
| Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD) | $6.99/month | $6.99/month | |
| Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD) | $15.49/month | $15.49/month | |
| Original Series(series) | 350+ | 350+ | |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 283 million | 283 million | |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 15,000+ | 15,000+ | |
| Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD) | $120 | $120 | |
| Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 52 | 52 | |
| Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions) | 282 million | 282 million | |
| New Original Series Per Year(series) | 85+ | 85+ | |
| Family/Kids Content Percentage(%) | 18% | 18% | |
| Annual Revenue (2024)(billions USD) | $33 billion | $33 billion | |
| YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%) | 16% | 16% | |
| Content Library Size(titles) | 10,200+ titles | 10,200+ titles | |
| Standard Tier Price(USD/month) | $15.49 | $15.49 | |
| Premium Tier Price(USD/month) | $22.99 | $22.99 | |
| 2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 68 Emmy awards | 68 Emmy awards | |
| Original Series Released (2025)(series) | 89 original series | 89 original series |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
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2HBO Max (Max)Netflix leads2 ties
HBO Max (Max)
Attribute
Netflix
- 63 millionGlobal Subscribers282 million
- $9.99/monthStarting Price (USD)$6.99/month
- 850+Original Series Count2,100+
- Yes (select films)Same-Day Theater ReleasesNo
- ExclusiveHBO Shows Exclusive AccessNot available
- Yes ($5.99/month)Ad-Supported Tier AvailableYes ($6.99/month)
- 190+Countries Available190+
- Global Subscribers
HBO Max (Max)
63 million
Netflix
282 million
- Starting Price (USD)
HBO Max (Max)
$9.99/month
Netflix
$6.99/month
- Original Series Count
HBO Max (Max)
850+
Netflix
2,100+
- Same-Day Theater Releases
HBO Max (Max)
Yes (select films)
Netflix
No
- HBO Shows Exclusive Access
HBO Max (Max)
Exclusive
Netflix
Not available
- Ad-Supported Tier Available
HBO Max (Max)
Yes ($5.99/month)
Netflix
Yes ($6.99/month)
- Countries Available
HBO Max (Max)
190+
Netflix
190+
Full Comparison
| Attribute | HBO Max (Max) | Netflix |
|---|---|---|
| Global Subscriber Count(millions) | 63 million (2024) | 282 million (Q3 2024) |
| Base Monthly Price(USD) | $9.99 | $6.99 |
| Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD/month) | $5.99 | $6.99 |
| Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD) | $7.99 | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — |
Show 33 more attributesBase Monthly Price (2026)(USD) $6.99 — Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD) $7.99 — Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD) $24.99 — Basic Plan Monthly Cost(USD) $6.99/month — Premium Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD) $22.99/month — Minimum Monthly Cost(USD) $6.99 — Basic Plan Price(USD/month) $6.99 — Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month) $22.99 — Price (Base Plan)(USD/month) Netflix — Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) $7.99/month — Monthly Subscription (Premium/No Ads)(USD) $24.99/month — Lowest Monthly Price(USD) $6.99 — Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month) $15.49 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD) $9.00 — Monthly Cost (Premium Ad-Free Plan)(USD) $15.49 — Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) $22.99 — Free Tier Availability No — Entry-Level Price with Ads(USD/month) $6.99/month — Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month) $22.99/month — Monthly Price (Standard/Ad-Free)(USD) $15.49 — Cheapest Plan Price(USD) $6.99 (with ads) — Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD) $15.49 — Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) $6.99 — Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD) $22.99 — Premium/No-Ad Monthly Price(USD) $22.99 — Base Monthly Cost (US)(USD) $6.99 (ad-supported) — Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free US)(USD) $15.49 — Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD) $6.99/month — Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD) $15.49/month — Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD) $120 — Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD) $15.49 — Standard Tier Price(USD/month) $15.49 — Premium Tier Price(USD/month) $22.99 — | ||
| Original Series Count(titles) | 850+ originals | 2,100+ originals |
| Original Content Titles (2026)(count) | 5,000+ titles | — |
| Original Series(series) | 350+ | — |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 15,000+ | — |
| Same-Day Theater Release Window(days) | 0 (same day for select titles) | 45+ days (no theatrical releases) |
| Day-and-Date Theatrical Releases | No | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards) | 34 Emmys | 52 Emmys |
| 4K Content Library(titles) | ~2,000 titles | — |
| Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations) | 450+ nominations | — |
| International Markets(countries) | 190+ countries | 190+ countries |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(screens) | 4 screens (Premium) | 4 screens (Premium) |
| Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Bundle Deal Availability(boolean) | Verizon option ($10.99) | — |
| Included Membership Benefits | None | — |
| Bundle Value Savings(USD/month) | No bundle available | — |
| Subscribers | 260M+ | — |
| Content Budget(USD/year) | $17 Billion | — |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio) | >1.4 (higher volatility) | — |
| Forward P/E Ratio(multiple) | 30x (reduced from prior quarters) | — |
| Global Country Availability(countries) | 190+ | — |
| Countries/Regions Available(countries) | 190+ countries | — |
| Countries Available(countries) | 190+ | — |
| Live Sports Programming(availability) | Limited | — |
| Original Content Releases in January 2026(count) | Multiple scheduled | — |
| Live Sports Programming(events per month) | NFL, WWE Raw, major events | — |
| Original Series Released (2025)(count) | 60+ original series | — |
| Franchise IP Library(franchises) | Originals-focused, limited legacy franchises | — |
Show 28 more attributesContent Library Size(titles) 15,000+ — Live TV Channels(channels) 0 (on-demand only) — Original Content Focus (2026) High (comedies, young adult priority) — 4K Content Library Size(comparative) Largest available — HBO Content Access(boolean) Not included — Theatrical Release Integration(boolean) Limited — Total Titles Available(titles) ~12,500 titles — Original Productions Per Year(productions) 250+ originals — International Original Series(count) Extensive global coverage — Content Library Size(titles) Netflix — Content Update Frequency(releases per week) Netflix — Total Library Size(titles) 5,500+ titles — Original Series Released Annually(shows per year) 100+ original series — Premium Films Library(major films) Wide variety across genres — Original Content Release Frequency Weekly/bi-weekly — Music Library Size(million tracks) No music library — Original Series Produced Annually(series) 150+ — Live Sports Events Available(leagues) Limited (documentaries only) — Original Content Library(titles) 2,500+ titles — Warner Bros Film Releases Limited, delayed 45 days post-theatrical — Theatrical Film Releases (2024)(count) 0 — Original Series Released (2024)(series) 156 — Total Content Library(titles) 12,800+ — Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows) 8% — Annual Original Content Production(titles) 85+ series & films (2024) — New Film Theatrical Window(days) 45-90 days varies — Total Content Library Size(titles) 15,000+ — Content Library Size(titles) 10,200+ titles — | ||
| Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices) | Up to 4 screens | — |
| Password Sharing Policy(text) | Restricted with extra fees | — |
| Unlimited DVR | Premium+ tier only | — |
| Family Sharing Accounts(profiles) | Limited (varies by plan) | — |
| Offline Download Feature(boolean) | Yes, all plans | — |
Show 15 more attributesMobile Innovation (2026)(feature) Vertical video feed expanding — Live Sports Availability Not available — Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) 4 screens — Password Sharing Outside Household Restricted to household only — Gaming Features Integrated Full gaming catalog included — Download Availability (Offline) Available on all paid plans — Live TV Channels(channels) 0 channels — Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) Netflix — Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) 4 screens — Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) 4 (Premium tier) — Offline Download Access All plans — Live TV Channels (with Live Bundle)(channels) None — Offline Download Support All tiers — Mobile Gaming Library(games included) 75+ games (no extra cost) — Offline Downloads(availability) Yes (Standard+) — | ||
| 4K/Ultra HD Availability(availability) | Available on premium tiers | — |
| Forward P/E Ratio(ratio) | 30 | — |
| 1-Year Stock Performance(%) | +0.82% | — |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(beta) | Higher than Disney | — |
| Live Sports Content(availability) | WWE Raw, NFL Christmas Day, exclusive live events | — |
| Major Franchises(count) | Original content focus with viral hits | — |
| Ecosystem Integration(platforms) | Standalone streaming platform | — |
| Content Curation Philosophy(approach) | Scale-driven with high volume content | — |
| Target Demographic(breadth) | Broad global audience across all demographics | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Netflix | — |
| Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions) | 282 million | — |
| Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions) | ~260 million Netflix subscribers | — |
| Content Strategy(type) | Scale-driven content warehouse | — |
| Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions) | 10.7 | — |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 247 million (Q4 2024) | — |
| Ad-Free Viewing | Available on Premium/Premium+ ($22.99) | — |
| Annual Revenue (2025)(billion USD) | $45.18 billion | — |
| 5-Year Stock Performance(percent gain) | 86.30% | — |
| Annual Revenue(billions USD) | $33.6B | — |
| Operating Margin(%) | 28.4% | — |
| Annual Revenue (2024)(billions USD) | $33 billion | — |
| Premium Subscribers (Jan 2026)(millions) | Undisclosed (declining) | — |
| Daily Active Users(millions) | ~122 million equivalent | — |
| Monthly Active Users(millions) | ~0.25 billion | — |
| Daily Video Consumption(billion hours) | ~0.33 billion hours | — |
| Show Completion Rate (User Engagement)(percent) | 68% | — |
| Content Curation Method | Human + Algorithm | — |
| User Satisfaction Score(%) | 87% | — |
| Annual Revenue(billions USD) | Netflix | — |
| Year-over-Year Growth(percent) | Netflix | — |
| YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%) | 16% | — |
| App Installs (2026)(millions) | Netflix | — |
| 4K Content Available | 1,200+ titles | — |
| 4K Available on Base Plan | No (Premium only) | — |
| Maximum Video Resolution(pixels) | 4K Ultra HD (2160p) | — |
| 4K Ultra HD Availability | 65%+ of originals | — |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams) | 4 (Premium) | — |
| Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour) | 4-5 min/hour | — |
| Maximum Video Quality(resolution) | 4K (2160p) | — |
| Video Quality Maximum | 4K HDR (Premium tier) | — |
| Maximum Resolution (Premium Tier)(pixels) | 4K Ultra HD (2160p) | — |
| Annual Content Investment(billion USD) | $17.0B | — |
| Streaming Subscribers(millions) | 283M | — |
| Annual Content Spend(USD billions) | $17B | — |
| Theme Parks Globally(count) | 0 | — |
| Parks & Experiences Revenue(USD billions) | $0 | — |
| Merchandise Licensing Revenue(USD billions) | ~$0.1B | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices) | 2 devices | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | None (no free trial offered) | — |
| User Subscribers (Q3 2024)(millions) | 282.7 | — |
| Original Content Annual Budget(USD billions) | $17B | — |
| New Original Series Per Year(series) | 85+ | — |
| Original Series Released (2025)(series) | 89 original series | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2023-2024)(awards) | 188 Emmys | — |
| Device Platform Support | iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, web, Smart TVs, Game Consoles, Roku, Fire TV (universal support) | — |
| Monthly Subscriber Churn Rate(percent) | 2.4% | — |
| Live Sports Events (Annual)(events) | 0 | — |
| Original Content Produced (Annual)(titles) | 250+ | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Base Tier)(streams) | 1-2 streams | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 283 million | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 52 | — |
| Family/Kids Content Percentage(%) | 18% | — |
| 2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 68 Emmy awards | — |
HHBO Max (Max)
NetflixGlobal Subscriber Count(millions)
63 million (2024)
282 million (Q3 2024)
Base Monthly Price(USD)
$9.99
$6.99
Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD/month)
$5.99
$6.99
Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD)
$7.99
—
Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD)
$15.49
—
Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD)
$15.49
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Base Monthly Price (2026)(USD)
$6.99
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Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD)
$7.99
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Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$24.99
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Basic Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$6.99/month
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Premium Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD)
$22.99/month
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Minimum Monthly Cost(USD)
$6.99
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Basic Plan Price(USD/month)
$6.99
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Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month)
$22.99
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Price (Base Plan)(USD/month)
Netflix
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Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$7.99/month
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Monthly Subscription (Premium/No Ads)(USD)
$24.99/month
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Lowest Monthly Price(USD)
$6.99
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Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month)
$15.49
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Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD)
$9.00
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Monthly Cost (Premium Ad-Free Plan)(USD)
$15.49
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Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD)
$22.99
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Free Tier Availability
No
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Entry-Level Price with Ads(USD/month)
$6.99/month
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Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month)
$22.99/month
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Monthly Price (Standard/Ad-Free)(USD)
$15.49
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Cheapest Plan Price(USD)
$6.99 (with ads)
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Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD)
$15.49
—
Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD)
$6.99
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Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD)
$22.99
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Premium/No-Ad Monthly Price(USD)
$22.99
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Base Monthly Cost (US)(USD)
$6.99 (ad-supported)
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Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free US)(USD)
$15.49
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Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD)
$6.99/month
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Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD)
$15.49/month
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Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD)
$120
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Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD)
$15.49
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Standard Tier Price(USD/month)
$15.49
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Premium Tier Price(USD/month)
$22.99
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Original Series Count(titles)
850+ originals
2,100+ originals
Original Content Titles (2026)(count)
5,000+ titles
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Original Series(series)
350+
—
Total Content Titles(titles)
15,000+
—
Same-Day Theater Release Window(days)
0 (same day for select titles)
45+ days (no theatrical releases)
Day-and-Date Theatrical Releases
No
—
Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards)
34 Emmys
52 Emmys
4K Content Library(titles)
~2,000 titles
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Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations)
450+ nominations
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International Markets(countries)
190+ countries
190+ countries
Maximum Simultaneous Streams(screens)
4 screens (Premium)
4 screens (Premium)
Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD)
$15.49
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Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$15.49
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Bundle Deal Availability(boolean)
Verizon option ($10.99)
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Included Membership Benefits
None
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Bundle Value Savings(USD/month)
No bundle available
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Subscribers
260M+
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Content Budget(USD/year)
$17 Billion
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Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio)
>1.4 (higher volatility)
—
Forward P/E Ratio(multiple)
30x (reduced from prior quarters)
—
Global Country Availability(countries)
190+
—
Countries/Regions Available(countries)
190+ countries
—
Countries Available(countries)
190+
—
Live Sports Programming(availability)
Limited
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Original Content Releases in January 2026(count)
Multiple scheduled
—
Live Sports Programming(events per month)
NFL, WWE Raw, major events
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Original Series Released (2025)(count)
60+ original series
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Franchise IP Library(franchises)
Originals-focused, limited legacy franchises
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Content Library Size(titles)
15,000+
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Live TV Channels(channels)
0 (on-demand only)
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Original Content Focus (2026)
High (comedies, young adult priority)
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4K Content Library Size(comparative)
Largest available
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HBO Content Access(boolean)
Not included
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Theatrical Release Integration(boolean)
Limited
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Total Titles Available(titles)
~12,500 titles
—
Original Productions Per Year(productions)
250+ originals
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International Original Series(count)
Extensive global coverage
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Content Library Size(titles)
Netflix
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Content Update Frequency(releases per week)
Netflix
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Total Library Size(titles)
5,500+ titles
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Original Series Released Annually(shows per year)
100+ original series
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Premium Films Library(major films)
Wide variety across genres
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Original Content Release Frequency
Weekly/bi-weekly
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Music Library Size(million tracks)
No music library
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Original Series Produced Annually(series)
150+
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Live Sports Events Available(leagues)
Limited (documentaries only)
—
Original Content Library(titles)
2,500+ titles
—
Warner Bros Film Releases
Limited, delayed 45 days post-theatrical
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Theatrical Film Releases (2024)(count)
0
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Original Series Released (2024)(series)
156
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Total Content Library(titles)
12,800+
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Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows)
8%
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Annual Original Content Production(titles)
85+ series & films (2024)
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New Film Theatrical Window(days)
45-90 days varies
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Total Content Library Size(titles)
15,000+
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Content Library Size(titles)
10,200+ titles
—
Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices)
Up to 4 screens
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Password Sharing Policy(text)
Restricted with extra fees
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Unlimited DVR
Premium+ tier only
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Family Sharing Accounts(profiles)
Limited (varies by plan)
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Offline Download Feature(boolean)
Yes, all plans
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Mobile Innovation (2026)(feature)
Vertical video feed expanding
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Live Sports Availability
Not available
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Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens)
4 screens
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Password Sharing Outside Household
Restricted to household only
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Gaming Features Integrated
Full gaming catalog included
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Download Availability (Offline)
Available on all paid plans
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Live TV Channels(channels)
0 channels
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Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens)
Netflix
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Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens)
4 screens
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Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens)
4 (Premium tier)
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Offline Download Access
All plans
—
Live TV Channels (with Live Bundle)(channels)
None
—
Offline Download Support
All tiers
—
Mobile Gaming Library(games included)
75+ games (no extra cost)
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Offline Downloads(availability)
Yes (Standard+)
—
4K/Ultra HD Availability(availability)
Available on premium tiers
—
Forward P/E Ratio(ratio)
30
—
1-Year Stock Performance(%)
+0.82%
—
Stock Beta (Volatility)(beta)
Higher than Disney
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Live Sports Content(availability)
WWE Raw, NFL Christmas Day, exclusive live events
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Major Franchises(count)
Original content focus with viral hits
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Ecosystem Integration(platforms)
Standalone streaming platform
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Content Curation Philosophy(approach)
Scale-driven with high volume content
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Target Demographic(breadth)
Broad global audience across all demographics
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Global Subscribers(millions)
Netflix
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Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions)
282 million
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Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions)
~260 million Netflix subscribers
—
Content Strategy(type)
Scale-driven content warehouse
—
Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions)
10.7
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Global Subscriber Base(millions)
247 million (Q4 2024)
—
Ad-Free Viewing
Available on Premium/Premium+ ($22.99)
—
Annual Revenue (2025)(billion USD)
$45.18 billion
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5-Year Stock Performance(percent gain)
86.30%
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Annual Revenue(billions USD)
$33.6B
—
Operating Margin(%)
28.4%
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Annual Revenue (2024)(billions USD)
$33 billion
—
Premium Subscribers (Jan 2026)(millions)
Undisclosed (declining)
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Daily Active Users(millions)
~122 million equivalent
—
Monthly Active Users(millions)
~0.25 billion
—
Daily Video Consumption(billion hours)
~0.33 billion hours
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Show Completion Rate (User Engagement)(percent)
68%
—
Content Curation Method
Human + Algorithm
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User Satisfaction Score(%)
87%
—
Annual Revenue(billions USD)
Netflix
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Year-over-Year Growth(percent)
Netflix
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YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%)
16%
—
App Installs (2026)(millions)
Netflix
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4K Content Available
1,200+ titles
—
4K Available on Base Plan
No (Premium only)
—
Maximum Video Resolution(pixels)
4K Ultra HD (2160p)
—
4K Ultra HD Availability
65%+ of originals
—
Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams)
4 (Premium)
—
Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour)
4-5 min/hour
—
Maximum Video Quality(resolution)
4K (2160p)
—
Video Quality Maximum
4K HDR (Premium tier)
—
Maximum Resolution (Premium Tier)(pixels)
4K Ultra HD (2160p)
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Annual Content Investment(billion USD)
$17.0B
—
Streaming Subscribers(millions)
283M
—
Annual Content Spend(USD billions)
$17B
—
Theme Parks Globally(count)
0
—
Parks & Experiences Revenue(USD billions)
$0
—
Merchandise Licensing Revenue(USD billions)
~$0.1B
—
Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices)
2 devices
—
Free Trial Period(days)
None (no free trial offered)
—
User Subscribers (Q3 2024)(millions)
282.7
—
Original Content Annual Budget(USD billions)
$17B
—
New Original Series Per Year(series)
85+
—
Original Series Released (2025)(series)
89 original series
—
Emmy Awards Won (2023-2024)(awards)
188 Emmys
—
Device Platform Support
iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, web, Smart TVs, Game Consoles, Roku, Fire TV (universal support)
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Monthly Subscriber Churn Rate(percent)
2.4%
—
Live Sports Events (Annual)(events)
0
—
Original Content Produced (Annual)(titles)
250+
—
Simultaneous Streams (Base Tier)(streams)
1-2 streams
—
Global Subscribers(millions)
283 million
—
2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
52
—
Family/Kids Content Percentage(%)
18%
—
2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
68 Emmy awards
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·7 cons across both
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HBO Max (Max)
+5-3
Pros
- Same-day theatrical movie releases from Warner Bros. (Dune, Oppenheimer, Aquaman 2)
- Exclusive access to Emmy-winning HBO series (Game of Thrones, Succession, The Last of Us)
- Higher-quality original productions with prestige focus
- Bundle options with HBO and Discovery+ discounts
- Lower advertising load on premium tiers vs competitors
Cons
- Significantly smaller subscriber base (63M vs Netflix's 282M) limits social relevance
- Lower content volume with 850+ originals vs Netflix's 2,100+
- Premium tier starts at $9.99/month, 43% higher than Netflix's base price
Netflix
+5-4
Pros
- Lowest base price at $6.99/month (43% cheaper than HBO Max premium)
- Largest content library with 2,100+ originals plus extensive licensed catalog
- 282 million global subscribers enable social sharing and cultural dominance
- Superior algorithm-driven recommendations reduce discovery friction
- Fastest-growing gaming library integrated into platform
Cons
- No same-day theatrical releases; theaters excluded from streaming window
- HBO prestige shows (Game of Thrones, True Detective) unavailable
- Frequent password-sharing crackdowns and account restrictions alienate some users
- Ad-tier implementation disrupts viewing experience vs HBO Max's cleaner ad placement
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
No. Game of Thrones, Succession, The Last of Us, True Detective, and other HBO flagship series are exclusive to HBO Max (rebranded as Max). Netflix does not have licensing rights to premium HBO content, making HBO Max the only platform for these prestige dramas.
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