Apple Music subscription plans and their monthly cost

Apple Music offers four subscription tiers. The Individual plan costs $10.99 per month and covers one person. The Family plan costs $16.99 per month and covers up to six people with separate accounts. The Student plan costs $5.99 per month for full-time students and includes Apple Music plus Apple TV+. The Voice Plan costs $4.99 per month and lets you control music using Siri voice commands only — you cannot browse or search the library yourself.

These prices are current as of 2024, but Apple adjusts them periodically. If you already have a subscription, you will see your current rate in the Apple Music app under Account > Subscriptions. New subscribers see the current price at the moment they sign up.

Apple also bundles Apple Music into larger packages. An Apple One bundle combines Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and iCloud+ storage starting at $19.95 per month for the Individual tier. Family and Premier tiers cost more and add more services. If you already pay for multiple Apple services separately, a bundle may cost less than your current total.

Key Takeaways

  • Individual Apple Music costs $10.99 per month, while Family plans for up to six people cost $16.99 per month.
  • Students pay $5.99 per month and also receive Apple TV+, making it the lowest cost for may be able to access users.
  • The Voice Plan at $4.99 per month limits you to voice control through Siri and is the cheapest option if you do not need to browse the library.
  • Apple One bundles combine Apple Music with other services and may save money if you use multiple Apple products.
  • Prices can change, so check your subscription settings in the Apple Music app to see what you are currently paying.

How to check your current subscription and plan details

Open the Apple Music app on your device. Tap or click the menu icon (three horizontal lines or your profile picture, depending on your device). Select Account or Subscriptions. You will see your current plan name, the monthly cost, and the date your next payment is due. If you have a Family plan, you can see which family members are on the account.

On an iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > Apple Music. You will see the same information plus an option to manage your subscription or change your plan. On a Mac, open System Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions, then select Apple Music.

If you are not sure whether you are on a free trial, look for a label that says "Trial ends" with a date. Once a trial ends, your payment method will be charged the full monthly price unless you cancel before the trial period closes.

Switching between plans or canceling your subscription

You can change plans at any time without losing your music library, playlists, or listening history. Open your subscription settings (the steps are the same as above) and select "Change Plan" or "Edit Subscription." Choose your new plan and confirm. The change takes effect when ready, and your next billing date stays the same — you will not be charged twice or refunded for unused time on your old plan.

To cancel, go to your subscription settings and select "Cancel Subscription." Apple will ask you to confirm and may offer you a discount to stay. If you cancel, your access ends on your next billing date. You can resubscribe at any time and your library will still be there.

If you are on a Family plan and want to leave, you can remove yourself without affecting the other family members. The account owner can manage who is on the plan and remove members at any time.

What happens if you share a Family plan

A Family plan costs $16.99 per month and covers up to six people. Each person gets their own account, their own music library, and their own recommendations — the service does not mix everyone's listening together. You do not share a password; instead, the account owner invites family members, and they accept the invitation through their own Apple ID.

Family members can be added or removed from the plan at any time. The account owner controls the plan and pays the monthly bill. If a family member leaves, they lose access to Apple Music unless they switch to their own Individual or Student plan.

A Family plan also includes Family Sharing, which lets you share purchases from the App Store, iTunes, and Apple Books across the same six accounts. This is separate from the music subscription itself, but both use the same family group.

Student plan may be able to access and how to verify your status

The Student plan costs $5.99 per month and includes Apple Music plus Apple TV+. To use it, you must be a full-time student at an accredited college or university. Apple verifies your status through SheerID, a third-party service that checks your school's records.

When you sign up for the Student plan, you will be asked to confirm your school and graduation date. SheerID will verify this information, usually within a few minutes. If your school is not in their system or if verification fails, you can upload a photo of your student ID or a current class schedule as proof.

Your Student plan remains active as long as you stay enrolled. Once you graduate or leave school, you will need to switch to an Individual plan or cancel. Apple will notify you when your student status is about to expire.

Comparing Apple Music to other music streaming services

Apple Music is one of several music streaming options. Spotify's Individual plan also costs $10.99 per month, and its Family plan costs $16.99 per month — the same as Apple Music. Amazon Music Unlimited costs $10.99 per month for individuals, though Amazon Prime members can use Amazon Music Prime at no extra cost. YouTube Music costs $10.99 per month for individuals and $17.99 per month for families.

The main differences are not price but features. Apple Music integrates tightly with iPhones, iPads, and Macs, and it includes Siri voice control. Spotify has the most detailed personalization and social features. Amazon Music works well if you already use Prime. YouTube Music includes YouTube Premium, which removes ads from YouTube videos.

If you use an iPhone and already pay for other Apple services, Apple Music may fit your workflow better. If you use Android or prefer a service with stronger social features, another option may suit you. Most services offer free trials, so you can test them before committing to a paid plan.

Payment methods and billing cycles

Apple Music charges to the payment method linked to your Apple ID. This is usually a credit card, debit card, or gift card balance. You can add or change your payment method in Settings > [Your Name] > Payment & Shipping on iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

Billing happens on the same date each month. If you sign up on the 15th, you will be charged on the 15th of every month. If your payment fails — for example, if your card expires or is declined — Apple will try again a few days later. If it fails multiple times, your subscription will be paused until you update your payment method.

You can see your billing history and read receipts in your Apple ID settings under Subscriptions. This is useful if you need a record for taxes or expense tracking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Apple Music on Android?

Yes. Apple Music is available as an app on Android phones and tablets. You sign in with your Apple ID and pay the same monthly price. The app works the same way as on iPhone, though some features like Siri voice control are not available on Android.

What is included in the Apple One bundle?

Apple One combines Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and iCloud+ storage. The Individual tier starts at $19.95 per month. Family and Premier tiers add more storage and other services. If you already pay for these services separately, adding them to a bundle usually costs less than your current total.

Do I lose my music if I cancel my subscription?

Your playlists and library stay in your account, but you cannot listen to music once your subscription ends. If you resubscribe later, your library will be there. Music you purchased (not streamed) remains yours to listen to even without a subscription.

Can I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?

No. Apple does not refund unused time on a subscription. If you cancel, you keep access until your next billing date, then it ends. If you want to avoid the next charge, cancel before your billing date arrives.

Is there a free trial for Apple Music?

Apple offers free trials for new subscribers, usually one month. The length varies by promotion and device. When you sign up, you will see how long your trial lasts. Your payment method will be charged once the trial ends unless you cancel before that date.