What you get with a Bon Appétit subscription

A Bon Appétit magazine subscription delivers the print edition to your home each month, or gives you digital access to recipes, cooking techniques, restaurant reviews, and food writing on their website and app. The specific content and price depend on which subscription type you choose — print only, digital only, or both together.

Print subscriptions arrive monthly and include the full magazine as it appears on newsstands. Digital subscriptions let you read articles and view recipes on any device with internet access, often with the ability to save recipes and create shopping lists. Some digital plans also include access to video content and archives going back several years.

Both formats cover similar editorial ground: seasonal recipes, ingredient guides, restaurant coverage, and food culture reporting. The choice between them usually comes down to whether you prefer holding a physical magazine, want to search and save recipes digitally, or need both.

Key Takeaways

  • Bon Appétit offers print subscriptions, digital subscriptions, and combined plans, each at different price points.
  • Print subscriptions arrive monthly at your home address; digital subscriptions work on phones, tablets, and computers.
  • Subscription prices vary depending on whether you pay monthly, annually, or take advantage of promotional rates.
  • You can pause, cancel, or change your subscription type at any time through your account settings.

Print subscription pricing and delivery

Print subscriptions to Bon Appétit cost between $15 and $25 per year depending on the current promotion, though introductory rates are often lower. A standard annual subscription typically arrives as 12 monthly issues delivered to a U.S. address. International delivery is available but costs more and takes longer.

The magazine arrives in your mailbox roughly one week after the cover date. If an issue fails to arrive within three weeks of the cover date, you can contact subscriber services to request a replacement. Most subscriptions renew automatically at the end of the term unless you cancel beforehand.

You can update your mailing address, pause delivery temporarily, or skip individual issues through your online account. If you move, updating your address in your account prevents missed issues during the transition.

Digital subscription pricing and access

Digital-only subscriptions typically cost between $6 and $12 per year, making them the least expensive option. You access content through the Bon Appétit website and mobile app after logging in with your subscription account. Digital subscribers can usually search the recipe archive, save recipes to collections, and view video content that may not appear in print.

Digital access begins when ready after purchase, unlike print subscriptions which take time to arrive. You can read on multiple devices using the same login, though simultaneous access from different devices may be limited depending on your plan.

Digital subscriptions renew automatically unless you cancel. You can cancel or pause your subscription anytime through your account settings, and cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period.

Combined print and digital subscriptions

Bundled subscriptions that include both print and digital access cost more than either option alone but less than buying them separately. Pricing typically ranges from $20 to $35 per year depending on promotions. You receive all the benefits of both: monthly print issues plus when ready digital access to recipes, archives, and video content.

Combined subscriptions are useful if you want the tactile experience of a printed magazine but also need to search and save recipes on your phone while cooking. The digital portion begins when ready while print issues arrive on the standard monthly schedule.

How to start and manage your subscription

You can start a subscription through the Bon Appétit website by selecting your subscription type and entering payment information. The process takes a few minutes. You will receive a confirmation email with your account login details and subscription start date.

Once your subscription is active, you can log into your account to manage it. From your account dashboard you can update your payment method, change your mailing address, pause or resume delivery, or cancel entirely. Most changes take effect when ready or at your next billing date.

If you have questions about your subscription, Bon Appétit's subscriber services team can be reached through their website. Response times vary, but most inquiries are handled within one to two business days.

Promotional rates and gift subscriptions

Bon Appétit frequently offers discounted introductory rates for new subscribers, sometimes as low as $1 for the first month or $10 for the first year. These rates are advertised on their website and through email marketing. The promotional price applies only to your first billing period; subsequent renewals charge the standard rate unless another promotion is active.

You can purchase a gift subscription for someone else by selecting the gift option during checkout. Gift subscriptions can be set to start when ready or on a specific date. The recipient receives a notification with instructions to create an account and access their subscription.

Gift subscriptions renew automatically at standard rates after the initial term unless the recipient cancels. The person who purchased the gift does not receive renewal notices; the recipient is responsible for managing their own account.

Cancellation and refund policies

You can cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting subscriber services. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period, and you retain access to your subscription through that date. If you cancel mid-month, you are not refunded for the unused portion of that month.

If you were charged in error or believe there is a billing mistake, contact subscriber services with your account number and the charge in question. They can review the charge and process a refund if warranted, though this typically takes five to ten business days to appear in your account.

Pausing your subscription temporarily is also an option if you want to stop delivery or access for a few months without canceling entirely. You can resume your subscription at any time through your account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change from print to digital or vice versa?

Yes. Log into your account and select the option to change your subscription type. The change usually takes effect at your next billing date. If you are switching from print to digital, your digital access begins when ready while print delivery stops after your current issue.

What happens if I move to another country?

Print subscriptions to international addresses are available but cost significantly more and take longer to arrive. Digital subscriptions work anywhere with internet access. Contact subscriber services with your new address to update your account and learn the cost for international delivery.

Can I access old issues if I have a digital subscription?

Digital subscriptions typically include access to archives of past issues, though the depth of the archive varies by plan. You can search by recipe name, ingredient, or publication date. Check the details of your specific plan on the Bon Appétit website to see how far back the archive goes.

Do I get a discount if I subscribe for multiple years?

Multi-year discounts are not standard, but promotional rates change frequently. Check the Bon Appétit website for current offers. Signing up during a promotion is usually the best way to get the lowest rate.

What if my magazine arrives damaged or late?

Contact subscriber services with your account number and the issue date. They will send a replacement at no charge if the issue is late or damaged. Keep the damaged copy in case they ask you to return it.