Updated September 18, 2026
Cheapest way to get Netflix in 2026
Compare the cheapest verified ways to get Netflix in the US, including phone-plan benefits, bundles and card rewards.
- Direct price
- $8.99/month
- Verified routes
- 5
- Sources
- Official providers
The quick answer
Check what you already pay for first.
Start with your mobile plan. T-Mobile customers may already qualify for Netflix, while Verizon customers can compare its Netflix and Max perk with paying Netflix directly. If neither applies, a streaming cash-back card may still lower the effective cost.
See every verified Netflix route →Best current options
5 verified ways to compare.
T-Mobile · Experience More / Experience Beyond
Netflix Standard with ads is included at no extra cost.
Check official terms ↗American Express · Blue Cash Preferred — 6% streaming cash back
Eligible Netflix purchases may earn rewards or statement credits through Blue Cash Preferred — 6% streaming cash back.
Check official terms ↗Chase · Sapphire Preferred — 3x streaming points
Eligible Netflix purchases may earn rewards or statement credits through Sapphire Preferred — 3x streaming points.
Check official terms ↗U.S. Bank · Altitude Go — annual streaming credit
Eligible Netflix purchases may earn rewards or statement credits through Altitude Go — annual streaming credit.
Check official terms ↗Verizon · myPlan Netflix & Max (With Ads) perk
Netflix with ads is part of the $10/month Netflix & Max perk.
Check official terms ↗How to compare
Cheapest does not always mean lowest sticker price.
- Check existing products.Look at your phone plan, internet package, memberships and cards before buying something new.
- Compare the required cost.A free benefit inside a product you already own is different from buying a new bundle just to unlock it.
- Verify the exact tier.Netflix plan tiers are not interchangeable. Check whether an offer includes ads, how many simultaneous streams it permits and whether your existing plan would be downgraded during activation.
- Activate from the provider.Use the official source, save the terms and set a reminder for any renewal or eligibility deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Netflix savings FAQ
Can I get Netflix free with a phone plan?
Some qualifying T-Mobile plans include a Netflix benefit. The included tier and any upgrade charge depend on the mobile plan, so confirm the current terms before changing service.
Is the Verizon Netflix and Max perk cheaper?
It can be better value if you want both services. It is not automatically the cheapest choice if you only want Netflix, so compare the perk price with the Netflix tier you would otherwise buy.
Do credit cards include Netflix?
Most card routes are rewards or credits rather than a free Netflix membership. Bundlewise separates those from included benefits so annual fees and eligibility are easier to spot.