Quick take
Who Crunchyroll is best for
Anime — largest library of simulcast and catalog anime anywhere
Subscriber context: 15M+
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Crunchyroll subscription cost
Anime — largest library of simulcast and catalog anime anywhere
Default planFan · $7.99/mo
Starting price$7.99/mo
Official sourceLinked below
Pricing snapshot
What you should know before paying
Starting price: $7.99/mo
Free trial or free tier: 7-day free trial.
Student pricing: No public student discount is highlighted for Crunchyroll right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Current pricing
Current plans and prices
Primary source:Crunchyroll official pricing
Prices verified: March 30, 2026
Prices change: Prices and promotions can change quickly, so always confirm the current terms on the official provider page before you subscribe, upgrade, or cancel.
Student pricing: No public student discount is highlighted for Crunchyroll right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Free tier
Free
$0.00/mo
No public annual price highlighted
Limited library • Ads
What changes on this plan
- Limited library
- Ads
- No simulcast
Most popular
Fan
$7.99/mo
$79.99/year
Full library • 1 stream
What changes on this plan
- Full library
- 1 stream
- Simulcast
Plan option
Mega Fan
$9.99/mo
$99.99/year
Full library • 4 streams
What changes on this plan
- Full library
- 4 streams
- Downloads
- Simulcast
Deals to check
Deals, discounts, and billing hooks to check
Promotions can move quickly. Use these notes as prompts, then confirm the live offer on the official pricing page.
- 7-day free trial.
Billing notes
Free trial, annual billing, and discounts
Free trial or free tier: 7-day free trial.
Annual comparison: Fan is available on annual billing. Check the official pricing source to confirm the current annual savings versus monthly billing.
Student pricing: No public student discount is highlighted for Crunchyroll right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Before you subscribe
What to double-check on the official page
Prices and promotions can change quickly, so always confirm the current terms on the official provider page before you subscribe, upgrade, or cancel.
Check billing frequency, cancellation terms, and whether any limited-time discounts are still active.
Closest competitors
Services that are closest to this one
Paramount+
$7.99/mo default plan
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Peacock
$7.99/mo default plan
NBC shows, Premier League, WWE, classic sitcoms like The Office and Parks & Rec
Gaia
$9.92/mo default plan
Viewers comparing entertainment subscriptions and wanting the official plan ladder summarized more clearly first.
FAQs
Common questions
What is the cheapest Crunchyroll plan and is it worth it?
Crunchyroll has a free tier (Free) at $0.00/mo. Limited library • Ads
How much does Crunchyroll cost per year?
With annual billing, Fan costs $79.99 per year, saving you $15.89 compared to paying monthly. Without annual billing, the same plan would cost $95.88 per year.
Does Crunchyroll have a free trial or free tier?
Yes. Crunchyroll offers a free tier (Free) that you can use indefinitely without paying. 7-day free trial.
How many plans does Crunchyroll have and what is the difference?
Crunchyroll offers 3 plans ranging from $0.00/mo to $9.99/mo. The main differences between plans typically include content quality, concurrent streams or seats, and whether ads are shown. See the full plan comparison above for details.
Is Crunchyroll worth the price compared to alternatives?
Anime — largest library of simulcast and catalog anime anywhere Closest competitors in Streaming Video include Paramount+, Peacock, Gaia. Compare features and pricing to find the best fit for your needs.
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