# YouTube is the latest major streaming service to raise its prices.

*fintech · news · 2026-04-12 · FOX 9*

## Key points

- YouTube Premium increased its ad-free tier to $15.99/month, the first hike in years.
- Amazon Prime's ad-free video option now costs $2 more per month, a significant percentage jump.
- Netflix raised prices for the second time in just over a year, with standard plans nearing $20/month.
- Sling TV implemented one of the largest increases, raising some plans by $4/month in February.
- Crunchyroll raised its base Fan tier to $9.99/month, its first U.S. hike since 2019.

**Companies:** Amazon, YouTube, Netflix, Spotify, Paramount Plus, DISH Network, Sling TV, Crunchyroll
**Countries:** United States

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