YouTube Premium bundles the entire YouTube universe into one ad-free ticket. Videos keep playing in the background on mobile, downloads make flights or commutes buffer free, and the full YouTube Music library is baked in at no extra cost. The best part? Pricing jumps wildly from country to country, so crossing a border (digitally) can drop the bill by more than half.
Every tier unlocks the core experience:
- Watch YouTube without pre-rolls, mid-rolls, or banner ads interrupting long form videos or Shorts.
- Keep videos running in the background while you hop into other apps, or lock your phone without losing audio.
- Download playlists and podcasts on both YouTube and YouTube Music for offline listening.
Plan differences are all about scale and eligibility:
- Individual is the straight shot for solo streamers who just want every YouTube screen ad-free.
- Family covers the account owner plus up to five household members aged 13+, each with their own recommendations and history.
- Student keeps the Individual feature set but discounts the price once SheerID verifies enrollment at an eligible college or university.
Here is how the plans compare at a glance:
| Feature | Individual | Family | Student |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ad-free YouTube videos | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Background play on mobile | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| YouTube Music Premium | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Offline downloads | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Household members included | 0 | Up to 5 | 0 |
| Requires student verification | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
Regional pricing is the wildcard. Argentina, India, Turkey, and the Philippines often have the lowest monthly totals, while the United States, Canada, and the UK sit on the higher side. Use the live price table below to swap between countries, compare currencies, and see how each tier stacks up after exchange rates. If you plan on sharing with family, check how much you would save by switching regions or moving to the annual billing where available.
