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Apple TV+ vs Max

Side-by-side comparison of Apple TV+ and Max subscription plans, pricing, and features.

Apple TV+from $9.99/mo
Maxfrom $9.99/mo
Monthly difference$7.00

Plan comparison

Default plan pricing at a glance

Feature matrix

Key differences between Apple TV+ and Max

DetailApple TV+MonthlyMaxStandard
Default planMonthlyStandard
Monthly price$9.99$16.99
Annual cost$99.00$169.99
Plans available13
Free tierNoNo
Annual optionYesYes
Apple TV+ is $7.00/mo cheaper on the default plan. That is $84.00 saved per year.

Apple TV+ plans

All Apple TV+ plans

Monthly

$9.99/mo

4K + HDR • 6 streams

  • 4K + HDR
  • 6 streams
  • Downloads
  • Family sharing

Max plans

All Max plans

Basic with Ads

$9.99/mo

1080p • 2 streams

  • Full HD 1080p
  • 2 simultaneous streams
  • Max originals and HBO catalog

Standard

$16.99/mo

1080p • Downloads

  • Full HD 1080p
  • 2 simultaneous streams
  • Up to 30 downloads
  • Live sports included

Premium

$20.99/mo

4K + Dolby Atmos • 4 streams

  • 4K UHD + Dolby Vision / HDR10 where available
  • 4 simultaneous streams
  • Up to 100 downloads
  • Live sports included

FAQs

Common questions about Apple TV+ vs Max

Is Apple TV+ or Max cheaper?

Apple TV+ is $7.00 per month cheaper on the default plan (Monthly at $9.99/mo). Over a year, that is $84.00 in savings.

What are the main differences between Apple TV+ and Max?

Apple TV+: Premium originals only — Severance, Ted Lasso, The Morning Show, Slow Horses Max: HBO originals, prestige drama, Warner Bros films, CNN, Discovery content

Can I try Apple TV+ and Max for free?

Apple TV+: 7-day free trial. 3 months free with Apple device purchase.. Max: Check the official page for trial availability.

Sources

Official pricing references