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Who Gaia is best for
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Default planAnnual · $9.92/mo
Starting price$9.92/mo
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Pricing snapshot
What you should know before paying
Starting price: $9.92/mo
Free trial or free tier: Free trial highlighted on the official pricing page. Confirm current eligibility and duration on the provider site.
Student pricing: No public student discount is highlighted for Gaia right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Current pricing
Current plans and prices
Primary source:Gaia 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 Gaia right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Free tier
Free
$0.00/mo
No public annual price highlighted
Free or promotional entry option highlighted on the official pricing page.
What changes on this plan
- Public free or starter option appears on the official pricing page
- Confirm limits, trial rules, and eligibility on the provider page
Most popular
Annual
$9.92/mo
$119.00/year
Observed annual benchmark from the official pricing source.
What changes on this plan
- Annual billing benchmark captured from the official source
- Confirm included limits and plan details on the official provider page
Plan option
Annual 2
$24.92/mo
$299.00/year
Observed annual benchmark from the official pricing source.
What changes on this plan
- Annual billing benchmark captured from the official source
- Confirm included limits and plan details on the official provider page
Billing notes
Free trial, annual billing, and discounts
Free trial or free tier: Free trial highlighted on the official pricing page. Confirm current eligibility and duration on the provider site.
Annual comparison: Annual 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 Gaia 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
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BET+
$10.99/mo default plan
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Lower-cost options
Cheaper substitutes worth checking
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$7.99/mo default plan
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$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
FAQs
Common questions
What is the cheapest Gaia plan and is it worth it?
Gaia has a free tier (Free) at $0.00/mo. Free or promotional entry option highlighted on the official pricing page.
How much does Gaia cost per year?
With annual billing, Annual costs $119.00 per year, saving you $0.04 compared to paying monthly. Without annual billing, the same plan would cost $119.04 per year.
Does Gaia have a free trial or free tier?
Yes. Gaia offers a free tier (Free) that you can use indefinitely without paying. Free trial highlighted on the official pricing page. Confirm current eligibility and duration on the provider site.
How many plans does Gaia have and what is the difference?
Gaia offers 3 plans ranging from $0.00/mo to $24.92/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 Gaia worth the price compared to alternatives?
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