Is YouTube Premium Worth It in 2026?
YouTube Premium costs £12.99/mo. Here's whether it's still worth paying for.
Community Verdict
BorderlineAd-free experience valued, but not essential for casual viewers
Cost Per Use Calculator
Based on avg 30 videos watched/month
8
Cost per use
£1.62
Annual cost
£156
Best For
- Heavy YouTube users
- Families
Not Worth It If
- You rarely encounter ads
Price History
YouTube Premium's price has risen 8% since launch.
Free Alternatives
Quality of free alternatives:poor
- YouTube (free with ads)
- Vimeo
- Dailymotion
- PeerTube
More About YouTube Premium
Frequently Asked Questions
Is YouTube Premium worth the money?
Our community verdict is: borderline. Ad-free experience valued, but not essential for casual viewers
How much does YouTube Premium cost?
YouTube Premium costs £12.99/mo (£155.88/year).
Are there free alternatives to YouTube Premium?
Yes, free alternatives include: YouTube (free with ads), Vimeo, Dailymotion, PeerTube. The quality of these alternatives is poor.