Every other month, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and Hotstar update their content. Whether it is the classic sitcom Friends other great TV shows of all time, or popular movies, these OTT platforms have a huge library to explore. Video streaming services have no doubt become ‘an exciting new sphere of entertainment,’ but one has to pay a certain amount for the privilege.
There are multiple price plans available to viewers on these video streaming platforms. Besides Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, and Sony Liv broadcast live events including F1 2021, the ongoing Tokyo Olympics 2021, and cricket tournaments.
Let’s see all the plans offered by streaming services in India.
Best OTT Streaming Service in India 2023: Which One is Right for You?
Netflix Plans in India
Subscribers in India- 238.39 million approximately
Netflix India needs no introduction. The American OTT platform delivers top-quality content in terms of movies, web shows, and mini-series. It streams shows like Queen’s Gambit, Peaky Blinders, Money Heist, and more. Netflix plans start at Rs. 149 in India and it works on smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and PCs. Netflix India is completely ad-free.
The plans are as follows:
| Plan | Price | Resolution | Devices | Viewers |
| Mobile-only plan | Rs 149 per month | 480p resolution | Phone or tablet access | 1 |
| Basic plan | Rs 199 per month | 480p resolution | Phone, PC, and TV access | 1 |
| Standard plan | Rs 499 per month | 1080p resolution | Phone, PC, and TV access | 2 |
| Premium plan | Rs 649 per month | 4K HDR resolution | Phone, PC, and TV access | 4 |
Some popular Netflix titles– Guns & Gulaabs, A Time Called You, Squid Game, Emily in Paris, Maid, You, Sex Education, Dark, Mismatched, Delhi Crime, Kota Factory, and many more.
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Amazon Prime Video Plans in India
Subscribers in India- 117 million approximately
The subscription to Amazon Prime Video comes with the e-commerce platform’s Prime membership, which also includes a free Amazon Prime Music subscription along with unlimited free and quick delivery, exclusive deals, discounts, and access to e-books.
The OTT platform is popular for shows like Mirzapur, The Family Man, Pataal Lok, Made in Heaven, and more. The OTT platform is the home to critically acclaimed international shows and movies. It is available in English and 6 other languages.
The plans are as follows:
| Plan | Price | Resolution | Viewers |
| Monthly Plan | Rs 179 | up to 4K HDR | 3 |
| Mobile Annual Plan | Rs. 599 | up to 480p | 1 |
| Quarterly plan | Rs 459 | up to 4K HDR | 3 |
| Annual plan | Rs 1499 | up to 4K HDR | 3 |
Some popular Amazon Prime Video titles- Made in Heaven, Jack Ryan, Farzi, The Family Man, Citadel, Jee Karda, Sweet Karam Coffee, Adhura, and many more.
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Disney+ Hotstar Plans in India
Subscribers in India- 40.4 million approximately
Disney+Hotstar is one of the most popular OTT platforms in India. It is owned by Walt Disney and has a vast catalog of content divided into movies, web series, TV serials, sports, kids, content, and news. Due to Disney being the owner, you get the entire Marvel universe, Star Wars, and lots of Disney animated movies on the app. It works on both Android and iOS devices and you need a subscription to access English content.
| Plan | Price | Resolution | Viewers |
| Mobile | Rs. 499 | 1080p | 1 |
| Super | Rs. 899 | 4k with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision | 2 |
| Premium | Rs. 1499 | 4k with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision | 4 |
| Premium monthly | Rs. 299 | 4k with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision | 2 |
Some popular Disney+Hotstar titles– Sultan of Delhi, Freelancer, Aakhri Sach, Shaitan, City of Dreams, and more.
Sony LIV plans in India
Subscribers in India- 24 million approximately
SonyLIV has over 18 years of content such as Taarak Mehta Ka Ultra Chashma and The Kapil Sharma Show from the channels that are a part of the Sony Entertainment Network. These include Sony TV, Sony Sab, Sony Ten, Sony Max, Sony Max 2, Sony Six, and more. Sporting events like WWE, European Football, La Liga, and more are also available for streaming on the app. Some content is free to watch while other needs a subscription.
Moreover, the platform is providing live streaming for Commonwealth Games 2022 as well. You can also catch comedy shows and the underdog show ‘Scam 1992’ on Harshad Mehta. The plans are as follows:
| Plan | Price | Viewers |
| SonyLIV free plan | Not applicable | no limit |
| SonyLIV WWE plan | Rs. 299/ year | 1 |
| SonyLIV Premium plan | Rs. 699/six months or Rs. 999/year | 2 |
| Mobile Only Plan | Rs. 599/year | 1 |
| Premium monthly plan | Rs. 299/month | 2 |
Some popular Sony LIV titles– Scam 1992, Scam 2003, Rocket Boyz, Jengaburu Cause, Charlie Chopra and the Mystery of Solang, KBC, and more.
Zee5 plans in India
Zee5 is also a popular OTT app in India. It is a home-grown application by Essel Group that offers shows, music, and movies in 12 languages. It has a vast variety of Indian as well as Premium content. It has partnered with AltBalaji whose originals, shows, and movies are also available on Zee5 for free.
Here are the plans-
| Plan | Validity | Features |
| Zee5 Premium | Rs. 399/3 months | 2800+ movies, 150+web series, TV shows, Alt Balaji content |
| Zee5 Premium | Rs. 599/year | 2800+ movies, 150+ web series, TV shows, Alt Balaji content, and more. |
| Zee5 Premium HD | Rs. 399/year | 2800+ movies, 150+ web series, TV shows, Alt Balaji content, and more. |
| Zee5 Premium 4K | Rs. 1499/year | 2800+ movies, 150+ web series, TV shows, Alt Balaji content, and more. |
Some popular Zee5 titles- The Kashmir Files, 14 Phere, Tarla, Sirf Ek Banda Kafi Hai, Ardh, Chatriwali, and more
TVF Play Plans in India
Subscribers in India-22.3 million approximately
The Viral Fever known as TVF Play is an Indian OTT platform that mostly has teen-centric content. It was originally started as a YouTube channel and became one of the most viewed channels due to its fresh content. Now it is an App but all its content is still available for free.
Some popular TVF Play titles- Aspirants, Tripling, Pitchers, Cubicles, The Insiders and more.
ALTBalaji Plans in India
AltBalaji is an app owned by Ekta Kapoor. It has carved out a niche for itself in the Indian OTT platform industry. It offers a number of original web series and movies, and a variety of regional languages such as Bengali, Marathi, Punjabi, and many more.
Here are the plans-
| Plans | Duration | Benefits |
| Rs. 199 | 6 months | Access to all contents up to 5 devices at the same time |
| Rs. 300 | 12 months | Access to all contents up to 5 devices at the same time |
| Rs. 100 | 2 months | Access to all contents up to 5 devices at the same time |
Some popular Alt Balaji titles- Bose Dead/Alive, Code M, The Test Case, Apharan, Dil Hee Toh Hai, and more.
Jio Cinema plans in India
Subscribers in India- 221 million approximately
Jio Cinema was earlier a free OTT platform which now comes with a subscription option. If you have a Jio SIM on your device, you can access Hindi and regional content on the app for free. English content is paid. It consists of shows, movies, web series, and more.
Plans
| Plan | Price | Benefits |
| Free | N/A | No login needed Access to all channels including Hindi, regional movies and shows Full of ads Free Tata IPL, & other cricket matches |
| Premium | Rs. 999/ year | Highest audio and video quality Streaming on up to 4 devices Ad-free experience HBO and Peacock Studios content Free Live Sports |
Some popular Jio Cinema titles- Asur, Bigg Boss OTT, Ishq Next Door, Mimi, Dasvi, Bloody Daddy, Trial Period, Blind & more
MX Player Plans in India
Subscribers in India- 236 million approximately
MX Player has come a long way from being just a video player. It is now among the top OTT players in India. It provides syndicated content with its own originals. It is completely free of cost, but there are ads in between. MX Player Gold subscription allows you to watch some shows and movies without any ads and download content. It is priced at Rs. 499 for a year and Rs. 299 for 3 months.
Some popular MX Player titles– Agent Vinod, Chennai Central, English Vinglish, The Outpost, and more.
YouTube Premium Plans in India
YouTube is a streaming service that is very popular in India. It has its own original shows apart from movie songs, movies, trailers, and more. The app is free for everyone but if you want an ad-free experience, then you need to subscribe to the app.
Here are the plans-
| Plans | Price | Number of Screens | |
| 1 month | Rs. 139 | 1 | |
| 3 months | Rs. 399 | 1 | |
| 12 months | Rs. 1290 | 5 |
Discovery Plus Plans in India
Subscribers in India- 30 million approximately
Discovery+ is an expanded version of the Discovery channel. On this app, you can watch a variety of TV shows, short videos, full episodes, and award-winning documentaries.
Plans
- Rs. 199 for 1 month
- Rs. 399 for 1 Year
Some popular Discovery Plus titles– Into the Wild, The Cult, Breaking Point, The Murder Tapes and more
Eros Now Plans in India
Subscribers in India-29.3 million approximately
Eros Now is a free membership OTT platform that has a collection of the best movies and entertainment content. Black and White Interviews of celebs are a big highlight of the app.
Plans
- Premium- Rs. 49 for 1 month
- Premium- Rs. 79 for 3 months
- Premium- Rs. 399 for 1 year
Some popular Eros Now titles- Thoda Adjust Karlo, Metro Park 2, Flesh 7, Unkahee, August 25, and more.
So here are all the plans offered by the different OTT platforms in India. Let us know which streaming service you are picking.
FAQs
What is an OTT platform?
OTT stands for Over-The-Top referring to online streaming platforms that deliver video content directly to viewers over the internet. Users can stream content on-demand, granting them the freedom to choose what they want to watch and when they want to watch it.
How many OTT apps are present in India?
Around 40 OTT Apps are available in India at the moment.
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(Updated by Shivangi Agarwal on 17.10.23)
