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Netflix vs Max 2026: Price, Content, Originals
Netflix leads with 283 million subscribers and stronger original content library, while Max offers superior value through HBO, DC, and Warner Bros. catalogs at a lower base price of $5.99/month vs Netflix's $6.99/month with ads.
Netflix
World's largest streaming platform with 283M subscribers focused on original series and films
Viewers seeking cutting-edge prestige originals, binge-worthy series, and the most social streaming platform for shared recommendations
Score63%
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Max (formerly HBO Max)
Warner Bros. Discovery streaming service with 57M subscribers, offering HBO content plus extensive film library
Film enthusiasts, HBO series fans, DC Universe viewers, and budget-conscious households seeking premium content at lower prices with family access
Score63%
Quick Answer
AI SummaryNetflix leads with 283 million subscribers and stronger original content library, while Max offers superior value through HBO, DC, and Warner Bros. catalogs at a lower base price of $5.99/month vs Netflix's $6.99/month with ads.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose Netflix if you prioritize exclusive prestige dramas (Bridgerton, The Crown), award-winning originals (110+ Emmy nominations in 2024), and the largest subscriber base with most peer compatibility. Choose Max if you want the deepest film library (8,200+ movies), access to entire HBO and DC catalogs, lower base pricing, and better value for simultaneous household viewers.
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Netflix
8.3/10
Max (formerly HBO Max)
6.7/10
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Global Subscribers:✓ Netflix wins(283 million vs 57 million)
- Ad-Supported Base Plan Price:✓ Max (formerly HBO Max) wins($5.99/month vs $6.99/month)
- Original Series (2024-2025):✓ Netflix wins(87 major originals vs 64 major originals)
Key Facts & Figures
149 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Netflix | Max (formerly HBO Max) | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Subscribers | 260M+ | — | — |
| Content Budget(USD/year) | $17 Billion | — | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD) | $7.99 | $9.99 | |
| Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD) | $15.49 | $19.99 | |
| Global Country Availability(countries) | 190+ | 50+ | |
| Original Content Releases in January 2026(count) | Multiple scheduled | Ongoing releases | |
| Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices) | Up to 4 screens | Up to 4 screens | |
| Forward P/E Ratio(ratio) | 30 | — | — |
| 1-Year Stock Performance(%) | +0.82% | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Original Series Released (2025)(count) | 60+ original series | — | — |
| Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions) | ~260 million Netflix subscribers | — | — |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio) | >1.4 (higher volatility) | — | — |
| Forward P/E Ratio(multiple) | 30x (reduced from prior quarters) | — | — |
| Base Monthly Price (2026)(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Content Library Size(titles) | 15,000+ | — | — |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 (on-demand only) | — | — |
| Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions) | 10.7 | — | — |
| Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD) | $7.99 | $10.99 | |
| Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $24.99 | $22.99 | |
| Total Titles Available(titles) | ~12,500 titles | — | — |
| Original Productions Per Year(productions) | 250+ originals | — | — |
| Basic Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $6.99/month | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD) | $22.99/month | — | — |
| 4K Content Library(titles) | ~2,000 titles | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 screens | — | — |
| Annual Revenue (2025)(billion USD) | $45.18 billion | — | — |
| Monthly Active Users(millions) | ~0.25 billion | — | — |
| Minimum Monthly Cost(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Daily Video Consumption(billion hours) | ~0.33 billion hours | — | — |
| 5-Year Stock Performance(percent gain) | 86.30% | — | — |
| Basic Plan Price(USD/month) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 channels | — | — |
| Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations) | 450+ nominations | — | — |
| User Satisfaction Score(%) | 87% | — | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Netflix | — | — |
| Annual Revenue(billions USD) | Netflix | — | — |
| Year-over-Year Growth(percent) | Netflix | — | — |
| Price (Base Plan)(USD/month) | Netflix | — | — |
| Content Library Size(titles) | Netflix | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) | Netflix | — | — |
| App Installs (2026)(millions) | Netflix | — | — |
| Content Update Frequency(releases per week) | Netflix | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $7.99/month | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription (Premium/No Ads)(USD) | $24.99/month | — | — |
| Total Library Size(titles) | 5,500+ titles | — | — |
| Original Series Released Annually(series) | 100+ original series | — | — |
| 4K Content Available | 1,200+ titles | — | — |
| Show Completion Rate (User Engagement)(percent) | 68% | — | — |
| Lowest Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams) | 4 (Premium) | — | — |
| Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour) | 4-5 min/hour | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD) | $9.00 | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Premium Ad-Free Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 247 million (Q4 2024) | — | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 screens | — | — |
| Music Library Size(million tracks) | No music library | — | — |
| Original Content Titles (2026)(count) | 5,000+ titles | — | — |
| Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Original Series Produced Annually(series) | 150+ | — | — |
| Annual Content Investment(billion USD) | $17.0B | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 (Premium tier) | — | — |
| Entry-Level Price with Ads(USD/month) | $6.99/month | — | — |
| Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month) | $22.99/month | — | — |
| Original Content Library(titles) | 2,500+ titles | — | — |
| Annual Revenue(billions USD) | $33.6B | — | — |
| Streaming Subscribers(millions) | 283M | — | — |
| Operating Margin(%) | 28.4% | — | — |
| Annual Content Spend(USD billions) | $17B | — | — |
| Theatrical Film Releases (2024)(count) | 0 | — | — |
| Theme Parks Globally(count) | 0 | — | — |
| Parks & Experiences Revenue(USD billions) | $0 | — | — |
| Merchandise Licensing Revenue(USD billions) | ~$0.1B | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Standard/Ad-Free)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Cheapest Plan Price(USD) | $6.99 (with ads) | — | — |
| Original Series Released (2024)(series) | 156 | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices) | 2 devices | — | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | None (no free trial offered) | — | — |
| User Subscribers (Q3 2024)(millions) | 282.7 | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD/month) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Original Content Annual Budget(USD billions) | $17B | — | — |
| Global Subscriber Count(millions) | 282 million | — | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2023-2024)(awards) | 188 Emmys | — | — |
| Total Content Library(titles) | 12,800+ | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows) | 8% | — | — |
| Premium/No-Ad Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Annual Original Content Production(titles) | 85+ series & films (2024) | — | — |
| Mobile Gaming Library(games included) | 75+ games (no extra cost) | — | — |
| Monthly Subscriber Churn Rate(percent) | 2.4% | — | — |
| Countries/Regions Available(countries) | 190+ countries | — | — |
| Base Monthly Cost (US)(USD) | $6.99 (ad-supported) | — | — |
| Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free US)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | 10,200+ | — | — |
| Live Sports Events (Annual)(events) | 0 | — | — |
| Original Content Produced (Annual)(titles) | 250+ | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Base Tier)(streams) | 1-2 streams | — | — |
| Countries Available(countries) | 190+ | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD) | $6.99/month | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD) | $15.49/month | — | — |
| Original Series(series) | 350+ | — | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 283 million | 57 million | |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 15,000+ | — | — |
| Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD) | $120 | — | — |
| Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 52 | — | — |
| Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions) | 282 million | — | — |
| New Original Series Per Year(series) | 85+ | — | — |
| Family/Kids Content Percentage(%) | 18% | — | — |
| Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions) | $33 billion | — | — |
| YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%) | 16% | — | — |
| Base Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Original Series Count(shows) | 2,100+ originals | — | — |
| Same-Day Theater Release Window(days) | 45+ days (no theatrical releases) | — | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards) | 52 Emmys | — | — |
| International Markets(countries) | 190+ countries | — | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(devices) | 4 screens (Premium) | — | — |
| Content Library Size(titles) | 6,500+ | — | — |
| Standard Tier Price(USD/month) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Premium Tier Price(USD/month) | $22.99 | — | — |
| 2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 68 Emmy awards | — | — |
| Original Series Released (2025)(series) | 89 original series | — | — |
| Base Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD/month) | $15.49 | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards(awards) | 8 Emmy Awards | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(concurrent streams) | 2-4 (varies by tier) | — | — |
| Original Series/Films Per Year(new originals) | 450+ originals | — | — |
| Ads Per Hour (Ad-Supported Tier)(minutes) | 4-5 minutes/hour | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams Allowed(screens) | 2-4 (depending on plan) | — | — |
| Original Content Awards (2024)(Emmy nominations) | 120+ | — | — |
| Standard Monthly Price (USD)(USD) | $15.49 (ad-free) / $6.99 (with ads) | — | — |
| Original Titles Produced(titles) | 2,300+ | — | — |
| Live Sports Events Per Year(events) | 0 (none) | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(streams) | 4 (Premium) / 1 (with ads) | — | — |
| Free Trial Duration(days) | 0 (none as of 2023) | — | — |
| Year Founded | 1997 | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Base Plan Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | $5.99 | |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | $20.99 | |
| Original Series (2024-2025)(major titles) | 87 series | 64 series | |
| Total Movie Library Size(titles) | ~5,500 movies | ~8,200 movies | |
| Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations) | 110+ nominations | 72 nominations | |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(streams) | 2 streams | 2 streams |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
Max (formerly HBO Max) leads
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Attribute
Max (formerly HBO Max)
- 283 million(winner)Global Subscribers57 million
- $6.99/monthAd-Supported Base Plan Price$5.99/month(winner)
- 87 major originals(winner)Original Series (2024-2025)64 major originals
- ~5,500 titlesMovie Library Size~8,200 titles(winner)
- $22.99/monthPremium Ad-Free Plan Price$20.99/month(winner)
- Limited crossoverHBO/Premium Content AccessFull HBO Max integration(winner)
- Enforced crackdown (2024)Password Sharing RestrictionsMore lenient policy(winner)
- Global Subscribers
Netflix
283 million(winner)
Max (formerly HBO Max)
57 million
- Ad-Supported Base Plan Price
Netflix
$6.99/month
Max (formerly HBO Max)
$5.99/month(winner)
- Original Series (2024-2025)
Netflix
87 major originals(winner)
Max (formerly HBO Max)
64 major originals
- Movie Library Size
Netflix
~5,500 titles
Max (formerly HBO Max)
~8,200 titles(winner)
- Premium Ad-Free Plan Price
Netflix
$22.99/month
Max (formerly HBO Max)
$20.99/month(winner)
- HBO/Premium Content Access
Netflix
Limited crossover
Max (formerly HBO Max)
Full HBO Max integration(winner)
- Password Sharing Restrictions
Netflix
Enforced crackdown (2024)
Max (formerly HBO Max)
More lenient policy(winner)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Netflix | Max (formerly HBO Max) |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Bundle Deal Availability(boolean) | Verizon option ($10.99) | Verizon bundled |
| 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) | — |
| Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD) | $7.99(winner) | $9.99 |
| Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD) | $15.49(winner) | $19.99 |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Base Monthly Price (2026)(USD) | $6.99 | — |
| Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD) | $7.99(winner) | $10.99 |
Show 41 more attributesPremium Plan Monthly Cost(USD) $24.99 $22.99 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) — Free Trial Period(days) None (no free trial offered) — Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD) $15.49 — Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD/month) $6.99 — 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 — Base Monthly Price(USD) $6.99 — Standard Tier Price(USD/month) $15.49 — Premium Tier Price(USD/month) $22.99 — Base Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD/month) $15.49 — Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) $15.49 — Ad-Free Plan Availability Yes ($15.49/month) — Standard Monthly Price (USD)(USD) $15.49 (ad-free) / $6.99 (with ads) — Free Trial Duration(days) 0 (none as of 2023) — Ad-Supported Base Plan Monthly Price(USD) $6.99 $5.99 Premium Ad-Free Plan Monthly Price(USD) $22.99 $20.99 | ||
| Global Country Availability(countries) | 190+(winner) | 50+ |
| Countries/Regions Available(countries) | 190+ countries | — |
| Live Sports Programming(availability) | Limited | Extensive (NBA, NFL) |
| Original Content Releases in January 2026(count) | Multiple scheduled(winner) | Ongoing releases |
| 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 31 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 Curated selection HBO Content Access(boolean) Not included Exclusive access Theatrical Release Integration(boolean) Limited Warner Bros. exclusive 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(series) 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) 10,200+ — Original Series Count(shows) 2,100+ originals — Content Library Size(titles) 6,500+ — Live TV Channels(channels) 0 — Original Content Awards (2024)(Emmy nominations) 120+ — | ||
| Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices) | Up to 4 screens | Up to 4 screens |
| Password Sharing Policy(text) | Restricted with extra fees | More flexible sharing |
| Unlimited DVR | Premium+ tier only | — |
| Family Sharing Accounts(profiles) | Limited (varies by plan) | — |
| Offline Download Feature(boolean) | Yes, all plans | Yes, all plans |
Show 23 more attributesMobile Innovation (2026)(feature) Vertical video feed expanding Standard mobile 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 — Maximum Video Quality(resolution) 4K (2160p) on Premium 4K (2160p) on Premium 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+) — Maximum Simultaneous Streams(devices) 4 screens (Premium) — Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(concurrent streams) 2-4 (varies by tier) — Simultaneous Streams Allowed(screens) 2-4 (depending on plan) — Offline Download Capability Yes (4 devices) — Cloud DVR Storage(hours) Not available — Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(streams) 4 (Premium) / 1 (with ads) — Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(streams) 2 streams 2 streams | ||
| 4K/Ultra HD Availability(availability) | Available on premium tiers | 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 | — |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 247 million (Q4 2024) | — |
| Global Subscriber Count(millions) | 282 million | — |
| Content Strategy(type) | Scale-driven content warehouse | — |
| Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions) | 10.7 | — |
| Ad-Free Viewing | Available on Premium/Premium+ ($22.99) | — |
| 4K Content Library(titles) | ~2,000 titles | — |
| Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations) | 450+ nominations | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards) | 52 Emmys | — |
| Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations) | 110+ nominations(winner) | 72 nominations |
| Day-and-Date Theatrical Releases | No | — |
| Same-Day Theater Release Window(days) | 45+ days (no theatrical releases) | — |
| 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% | — |
| 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) | — |
| 4K Ultra HD Availability(plan(s) included) | Premium tier only ($15.49+) | — |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams) | 4 (Premium) | — |
| Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour) | 4-5 min/hour | — |
| Original Content Titles (2026)(count) | 5,000+ titles | — |
| Original Series(series) | 350+ | — |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 15,000+ | — |
| Original Titles Produced(titles) | 2,300+ | — |
| Original Series (2024-2025)(major titles) | 87 series(winner) | 64 series |
Show 1 more attributeTotal Movie Library Size(titles) ~5,500 movies ~8,200 movies | ||
| Maximum Video Resolution | 4K Ultra HD (Premium plan) | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices) | 2 devices | — |
| Annual Content Investment(billion USD) | $17.0B | — |
| Video Quality Maximum | 4K HDR (Premium tier) | — |
| Maximum Resolution (Premium Tier)(pixels) | 4K Ultra HD (2160p) | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
| Original Series/Films Per Year(new originals) | 450+ originals | — |
| 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 | — |
| Countries Available(countries) | 190+ | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 283 million(winner) | 57 million |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 52 | — |
| Family/Kids Content Percentage(%) | 18% | — |
| Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions) | $33 billion | — |
| International Markets(countries) | 190+ countries | — |
| 2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 68 Emmy awards | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards(awards) | 8 Emmy Awards | — |
| Ads Per Hour (Ad-Supported Tier)(minutes) | 4-5 minutes/hour | — |
| Live Sports Events Per Year(events) | 0 (none) | — |
| Year Founded | 1997 | — |
NetflixMMax (formerly HBO Max)
Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD)
$15.49
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Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$15.49
—
Bundle Deal Availability(boolean)
Verizon option ($10.99)
Verizon bundled
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)
—
Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD)
$7.99
$9.99
Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD)
$15.49
$19.99
Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD)
$15.49
—
Base Monthly Price (2026)(USD)
$6.99
—
Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD)
$7.99
$10.99
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Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$24.99
$22.99
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)
—
Free Trial Period(days)
None (no free trial offered)
—
Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD)
$15.49
—
Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD/month)
$6.99
—
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
—
Base Monthly Price(USD)
$6.99
—
Standard Tier Price(USD/month)
$15.49
—
Premium Tier Price(USD/month)
$22.99
—
Base Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD/month)
$15.49
—
Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD)
$15.49
—
Ad-Free Plan Availability
Yes ($15.49/month)
—
Standard Monthly Price (USD)(USD)
$15.49 (ad-free) / $6.99 (with ads)
—
Free Trial Duration(days)
0 (none as of 2023)
—
Ad-Supported Base Plan Monthly Price(USD)
$6.99
$5.99
Premium Ad-Free Plan Monthly Price(USD)
$22.99
$20.99
Global Country Availability(countries)
190+
50+
Countries/Regions Available(countries)
190+ countries
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Live Sports Programming(availability)
Limited
Extensive (NBA, NFL)
Original Content Releases in January 2026(count)
Multiple scheduled
Ongoing releases
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
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Content 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
Curated selection
HBO Content Access(boolean)
Not included
Exclusive access
Theatrical Release Integration(boolean)
Limited
Warner Bros. exclusive
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(series)
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)
10,200+
—
Original Series Count(shows)
2,100+ originals
—
Content Library Size(titles)
6,500+
—
Live TV Channels(channels)
0
—
Original Content Awards (2024)(Emmy nominations)
120+
—
Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices)
Up to 4 screens
Up to 4 screens
Password Sharing Policy(text)
Restricted with extra fees
More flexible sharing
Unlimited DVR
Premium+ tier only
—
Family Sharing Accounts(profiles)
Limited (varies by plan)
—
Offline Download Feature(boolean)
Yes, all plans
Yes, all plans
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Mobile Innovation (2026)(feature)
Vertical video feed expanding
Standard mobile
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
—
Maximum Video Quality(resolution)
4K (2160p) on Premium
4K (2160p) on Premium
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+)
—
Maximum Simultaneous Streams(devices)
4 screens (Premium)
—
Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(concurrent streams)
2-4 (varies by tier)
—
Simultaneous Streams Allowed(screens)
2-4 (depending on plan)
—
Offline Download Capability
Yes (4 devices)
—
Cloud DVR Storage(hours)
Not available
—
Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(streams)
4 (Premium) / 1 (with ads)
—
Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(streams)
2 streams
2 streams
4K/Ultra HD Availability(availability)
Available on premium tiers
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
—
Global Subscriber Base(millions)
247 million (Q4 2024)
—
Global Subscriber Count(millions)
282 million
—
Content Strategy(type)
Scale-driven content warehouse
—
Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions)
10.7
—
Ad-Free Viewing
Available on Premium/Premium+ ($22.99)
—
4K Content Library(titles)
~2,000 titles
—
Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations)
450+ nominations
—
Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards)
52 Emmys
—
Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations)
110+ nominations
72 nominations
Day-and-Date Theatrical Releases
No
—
Same-Day Theater Release Window(days)
45+ days (no theatrical releases)
—
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%
—
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)
—
4K Ultra HD Availability(plan(s) included)
Premium tier only ($15.49+)
—
Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams)
4 (Premium)
—
Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour)
4-5 min/hour
—
Original Content Titles (2026)(count)
5,000+ titles
—
Original Series(series)
350+
—
Total Content Titles(titles)
15,000+
—
Original Titles Produced(titles)
2,300+
—
Original Series (2024-2025)(major titles)
87 series
64 series
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Total Movie Library Size(titles)
~5,500 movies
~8,200 movies
Maximum Video Resolution
4K Ultra HD (Premium plan)
—
Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices)
2 devices
—
Annual Content Investment(billion USD)
$17.0B
—
Video Quality Maximum
4K HDR (Premium tier)
—
Maximum Resolution (Premium Tier)(pixels)
4K Ultra HD (2160p)
—
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
—
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
—
Original Series/Films Per Year(new originals)
450+ originals
—
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
—
Countries Available(countries)
190+
—
Global Subscribers(millions)
283 million
57 million
2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
52
—
Family/Kids Content Percentage(%)
18%
—
Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions)
$33 billion
—
International Markets(countries)
190+ countries
—
2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
68 Emmy awards
—
2024 Emmy Awards(awards)
8 Emmy Awards
—
Ads Per Hour (Ad-Supported Tier)(minutes)
4-5 minutes/hour
—
Live Sports Events Per Year(events)
0 (none)
—
Year Founded
1997
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·6 cons across both
M(
Netflix
+5-3
Pros
- 283 million global subscribers with strongest network effect
- 87 major original series in 2024-2025 (Bridgerton, Stranger Things, The Crown spinoffs)
- 110+ Emmy nominations in 2024, highest among streamers
- Advanced recommendation algorithm with 99.2% personalization accuracy
- 4K streaming with Dolby Atmos on Premium plan, 2160p on all paid tiers
Cons
- Most expensive premium ad-free plan at $22.99/month (15% higher than Max)
- Aggressive password-sharing enforcement reduced household access in 2024
- Smallest movie library at 5,500 titles (41% fewer films than Max)
M(
Max (formerly HBO Max)
+5-3
Pros
- Lowest ad-supported price at $5.99/month (14% cheaper than Netflix base)
- Largest movie library with 8,200+ titles including full HBO, Warner Bros., and DC catalogs
- Premium ad-free plan at $20.99/month (9% cheaper than Netflix premium)
- Full access to HBO originals (Succession, The Last of Us, True Detective) included at all tiers
- More lenient password sharing for simultaneous household streams
Cons
- Only 57 million subscribers, creating smaller social network effect
- 64 major originals in 2024-2025 (27% fewer than Netflix)
- Significantly lower global brand recognition outside Western markets
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
Max offers better pricing across all tiers: $5.99/month for ads (vs Netflix $6.99) and $20.99/month for ad-free premium (vs Netflix $22.99). Over 12 months, Max saves $12-24 depending on plan choice. However, Netflix includes more original content at its standard tier.
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