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All the streaming platforms available in Australia – and how much they cost

  • There are a whole bunch of streaming services available in Australia.

  • We've created a list of services you can sign up to, including their price and what they offer.

  • The platforms include Netflix, Stan, Foxtel Now, Tubi and the free platforms offered by tv networks.

  • Visit Business Insider Australia’s homepage for more stories.


When it comes to streaming platforms, Australia has plenty to choose from.

It seems the number of streaming services has exploded in the last few months, particularly after Disney and Apple announced their streaming platforms late last year.

From Netflix and Foxtel Now to Stan and Tubi, we rounded out the streaming platforms available in Australia, what they offer and how much they cost.


Netflix

What it offers: Netflix has a stable of international films, TV series and documentaries available. And sprinkled within the titles are a range of Netflix Originals which include series like "Cheer" and "The Witcher" as well as films like "Marriage Story" and "The Irishman".

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Cost: $9.99 a month to watch on one screen, $13.99 per month for two screens and $19.99 per month for four screens.

A premium Netflix subscription will set you back $240 over 12 months, with streaming available in 4k HD resolution - a considerable amount of value that'll have you up to date with the latest hyped dramas and comedies.

Subscribe to Netflix here.


Stan

What it offers: The Aussie streaming service has a bundle of films, tv series, docos and its own Stan Originals like "The Other Guy" and the "True History of the Kelly Gang". Plus, it has partnerships with several companies such as Showtime, Starz, MGM and Paramount, so you can feast your eyes on shows like "Twin Peaks" and "Power". My personal favourite? "Younger".

Cost: You can get a basic account for $10 a month, pay $14 a month for three screens or pay $17 a month for four screens.

Personal taste's in TV and movies aside, Stan's Premium subscription offers up slightly more value than Netflix's top tier option - it'll also allow for 5 simultaneous streams, surpassing Netflix's premium offering of four.

Subscribe to Stan here.


Amazon Prime Video

What it offers: Amazon Prime Video comes as part of your subscription to Amazon Prime, which provides a variety of services like free delivery on certain items and free Kindle ebooks. With Amazon Prime Video, you get films and tv series as well as Amazon Originals like "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" and "Jack Ryan".

Cost: $6.99 a month.

Subscribe to Amazon Prime here.


Disney

What it offers: If you love Disney films, then this one's for you.

Disney+ launched in Australia only in November last year and has a slate of Disney classics like "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Lion King", as well as Disney Channel faves like "Kim Possible". It also has titles across Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic. Not to mention its own original series including "The Mandalorian" and "Diary of a Future President".

Unlike other streaming platforms, there are no tiers to subscription, as both plans include the same features, with unlimited downloads and the ability to stream on up to four screens at the same time, making it the cheapest option as well.

Cost: $8.99 per month or $89.99 a year.

Subscribe to Disney Plus+ here.


Apple TV+

What it offers: Apple's new streaming service launched in November, and you get one year of it free when you buy an eligible Apple device. The service has shows including "Morning Wars", which stars Jennifer Aniston, and "Hala" with Aussie actress Geraldine Viswanathan. And, if you love Oprah, you can get access to Oprah's Book Club where she interviews different authors.

Unlike other platforms, Apple TV+ does not contain any non-original shows – it's entirely Apple's roster.

Cost: $7.99 a month.

Subscribe to Apple TV+ here.


Binge

What it offers: Binge is Foxtel's new streaming service which features exclusive HBO content as well as shows from Sony, FX, WarnerBros, HBO Max, NBC Universal and the BBC. Some of its titles include "Chernobyl", "Big Little Lies" and "Game of Thrones".

Cost: $10 a month for one simultaneous stream and standard definition, $14 a month for two simultaneous streams and HD content and $18 a month for HD and four simultaneous streams.

Subscribe to Binge here.


Kanopy

What it offers: Kanopy is a free streaming service you can get if have a library membership. The company focuses on "thoughtful entertainment", offering films, documentaries and educational movies that "challenge an opinion" or "spark a conversation." Titles include "Lion", "I Am Not Your Negro", "Carol" and "Boy Erased".

Cost: Free if you have a library membership.

Subscribe to Kanopy here.


Tubi

What it offers: Tubi offers more than 20,000 movies and tv shows for free including "We Need to Talk About Kevin" and "Yu-Gi-Oh!". It has you standard genres like comedy and action as well as martial arts films, stand up comedy and shows for preschoolers.

Cost: Free.

Subscribe to Tubi here.


Foxtel Now

What it offers: Foxtel has its own streaming service which lets you test out all of its content packs. Foxtel Now begins with the Essentials Pack where you get lifestyle, comedy, reality, drama, news and entertainment shows – so think MTV, Fox8 and Arena. From there, you can add on extra packs such as movies, drama and sport.

Cost: The Essentials Pack is $25 a month and the add-ons range from an extra $10 to $29 a month.

Subscribe to Foxtel Now here.


Hayu

What it offers: HayU is great if you're looking for all things reality tv, as well as true crime and lifestyle. It is filled with a suite of bingeworthy series including "The Real Housewives", "Vanderpump Rules" and "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" so grab your friends, grab some snacks, and binge away.

Cost: $6.99 a month.

Subscribe to Hayu here.

Kayo

Sports fanatics need love too. Allowing you to dive into over 50 sports through the one service, there are two tiers to their subscription service.

Cost: Kayo Basic is priced at $25 a month whilst Kayo Premium will set you back $35 a month.

Subscribe to Kayo here.


SBS On Demand

What it offers: SBS on Demand features a suite of movies, tv series and shows across SBS, SBS Viceland SBS Food, NITV and SBS World Movies. You can catch up on episodes you may have missed on or even watch the news. Titles include "The New Pope" and "On Becoming God in Central Florida".

Cost: Free.

Subscribe to SBS on-demand here.


ABC iView

What it offers: It's only fitting that the national broadcaster has its own online streaming platform. And you can get all that ABC content you love such as "Q&A" and "7.30". Plus it has documentaries, comedies and shows for kids.

Cost: Free.

Subscribe to ABC iView here.


Ten Play

What it offers: Instead of having to watch each episode of "Survivor" or "Neighbours" just on TV, you can head on over to Ten Play to catch up on the drama. Plus, it's stocked with a bundle of other shows on Channel 10 – not to mention Harry and Meghan's doco "Harry And Meghan: An African Journey".

Cost: Free.

Subscribe to Ten Play here.


Nine Now

What it offers: If you prefer catching up on shows featured on Channel 9's platforms – from "Married at First Sight" to "Ellen" – then head on over to Nine Now...now.

Cost: Free.

Subscribe to Nine Now here.


DocPlay

What it offers: DocPlay specialises in documentaries with categories spanning across everything from arts and culture to sport to science. It was developed by Aussie distribution company Madman Entertainment and offers titles like "Gayby Baby" and "That Sugar Film".

Cost: $6.95 a month or $69.50 a year.

Subscribe to DocPlay here.


Acorn TV

What it offers: If you're a fan of British TV, then you need to check out Acorn TV. It offers shows such as "Midsomer Murders", "Doc Martin" as well as its own originals like "Detectorists".

Cost: $6.99 a month, or $69 a year.

Subscribe to AcornTV here.


iwonder

What it offers: If you're into documentaries then check out iwonder. This streaming service has a range of documentaries and short news content, with titles including Misty Copeland's doco "A Ballerina's Tale" and "Super Size Me". It also has some exclusive content like "The Eyes on Orson Welles" as well as originals like "Coronavirus & Me". You can even get news through the platform, as it provides links to news stories on its homepage.

Cost: $6.99 a month or $69.90 for an annual subscription.

Subscribe to iwonder here.

Updates were made to this article by Bianca Davino.