YouTube is increasing the cost of its premium package in several countries around the world. The new prices were announced over the weekend. (via Android Authority)Prices have risen in Europe, South America and some countries in Asia and the Middle East.
Price increases are being tracked on Reddit and so far customers in the following countries have been warned of higher prices: Belgium, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand and United Arab Emirates.
The biggest price increase for individual plans is in Norway, where prices have risen by 42 percent. YouTube Premium used to cost around $11.33 per month in Norway, but it’s now just over $16. In Sweden, the family plan now costs $27.38 per month, up from $17.57. On average, individual plans have become 18 percent more expensive, while family plans have increased by 43 percent.
Many YouTube Premium customers affected by the price changes have stated on Reddit that they want to cancel in light of the significant increases in family plans.
YouTube Premium prices have not increased in the US, Canada, or other countries. In the US, the standard plan costs $13.99 per month and a family plan costs $22.99 per month.
