How do I calculate streaming cost per hour?

Divide your monthly subscription cost by hours watched that month: $15/month ÷ 30 hours = $0.50 per hour. Compare to cinema at $12–$15 per hour.

Which streaming service has the best cost per hour?

Services with large content libraries and high viewing hours typically win. A $10/month service watched 50 hours/month costs just $0.20/hour.

Streaming Service Cost Per Hour Calculator

Calculate the cost per hour of entertainment for each streaming service. Compare Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, and others based on your actual viewing hours to find best value.

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Calculate the cost per hour of entertainment for each streaming service. Compare Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, and others based on your actual viewing hours to find best value

Each component has a specific meaning:

Actual viewing hours — The actual viewing hours recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the streaming cost per hour result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the actual viewing hours for the scenario you are assessing. Calculate the cost per hour of entertainment for each streaming service. Compare Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, and others based on your actual viewing hours to find best value. Use the streaming cost per hour result to inform your calculation.