How Much Is Spotify Premium in 2026? Individual, Student, Duo and Family
Spotify Premium prices after the 2026 increase: Individual, Student, Duo and Family plans, what each one includes, how to cancel and the smartest ways to pay less.
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Quick answer: In the US, Spotify Premium costs $12.99 a month for Individual, $6.99 for Student, $18.99 for Duo and $21.99 for Family. These prices took effect with the 2026 increase, which started with February 2026 billing. New subscribers who haven't tried Premium usually get the first month free.
Below we break down what each plan includes, which one fits you, how to cancel, and how to pay less.
Spotify Premium Prices (November 2026)
| Plan | Price | Before the increase | Accounts | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Individual | $12.99/month | $11.99 | 1 | One person |
| Student | $6.99/month | $5.99 | 1 | College students, verification required |
| Duo | $18.99/month | $16.99 | 2 | Two people at the same address |
| Family | $21.99/month | $19.99 | Up to 6 | Family members at the same address |
US prices from Spotify's Premium page. Spotify can change prices at any time, so check spotify.com/premium before you subscribe.
Free vs Premium
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Ad-free listening | No | Yes |
| Downloads for offline listening | No | Yes |
| Play in any order, unlimited skips | Limited | Yes |
| Sound quality | Standard | Lossless, up to 24-bit/44.1 kHz |
| Audiobook listening time | No | 15 hours a month |
What Each Plan Includes
Individual
Full Premium for one account: ad-free music and podcasts, downloads, any song in any order and lossless audio. It also includes 15 hours a month of listening from Spotify's audiobook subscriber catalog.
Student
Everything in Individual for about half the price, plus access to the Hulu (With Ads) plan in the US. You need to be enrolled at an eligible accredited college or university. Your status is verified when you sign up and again every 12 months, and you can keep the discount for up to four years.
Duo
Two separate Premium accounts for two people who live at the same address. Each person keeps their own library and recommendations, and you save $6.99 a month compared with two Individual plans. Audiobook hours go to the plan manager only.
Family
Up to six Premium accounts for family members at the same address. The plan manager gets parental controls, and members under 13 can use Premium too. With six people it works out to about $3.67 a person, the cheapest way to get Premium.
Which Plan Should You Pick?
- Just you: Individual, or Student if you qualify.
- You and a partner at home: Duo.
- Three or more people at home: Family.
- You also watch music videos: YouTube Premium includes YouTube Music. We compare prices in how much is YouTube Premium.
How to Cancel Spotify Premium
- Sign in at spotify.com/account in a browser.
- Select Manage your subscription.
- Choose Cancel Premium and confirm.
Premium keeps working until the end of the period you've paid for, then your account moves to the free plan. Your playlists and liked songs stay, but downloaded songs are removed.
How to Pay Less for Spotify Premium
- Use the free trial. If you've never had Premium, Spotify usually offers the first month free, and longer promotions come up from time to time.
- Go Student if you can. Same features as Individual for about half the price, plus Hulu in the US.
- Share a Duo or Family plan. If you live together, the cost per person drops fast.
- Check gift cards. Spotify gift cards often go on sale at retailers and can be redeemed at spotify.com/redeem.
- In Türkiye? Spotify prices there are much lower, and if your account is based in Türkiye and has never had Premium, a 4-month Spotify Premium code activates on your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Spotify Premium per month?
In the US, Spotify Premium costs $12.99 a month for Individual, $6.99 for Student, $18.99 for Duo and $21.99 for Family (November 2026).
When did Spotify raise its prices?
Spotify raised US Premium prices in early 2026, starting with February billing. Individual went from $11.99 to $12.99 and Family from $19.99 to $21.99.
Who can join a Spotify Family plan?
Up to six people, including the plan manager, who live at the same address. Spotify may ask members to confirm their address.
Does Spotify Premium Student include Hulu?
Yes, in the US the Student plan currently includes the Hulu (With Ads) plan for eligible students.
Will I lose my playlists if I cancel Premium?
No. Your playlists and liked songs stay. Downloaded songs are removed, and your account goes back to the free, ad-supported plan.
Does Spotify Premium have lossless audio?
Yes. Premium in the US includes lossless audio up to 24-bit/44.1 kHz at no extra cost. You can turn it on in the app's audio quality settings.