Crunchyroll's current subscription tiers and monthly prices

Crunchyroll offers four subscription plans as of 2024: Fan, Standard, Standard+ (ad-free), and Premium. The Fan plan costs $1.99 per month and includes ads, limited video quality, and access to a smaller catalog. The Standard plan costs $11.99 per month with ads included. The Standard+ plan costs $14.99 per month and removes ads while keeping the same content access. The Premium plan costs $14.99 per month and adds offline downloads and simultaneous streaming on multiple devices.

Crunchyroll also offers annual payment options for most plans, which cost less per month if you pay upfront. The Fan plan annual cost is $19.99 per year. Standard annual is $119.99 per year (about $10 per month). Standard+ annual is $149.99 per year (about $12.50 per month). Premium annual is $149.99 per year (about $12.50 per month). Prices vary by region and may change without notice.

If you already subscribe to Hulu or Disney+, Crunchyroll can be added as a bundle. The Disney Bundle (Disney+, Hulu, and Crunchyroll together) starts at $14.99 per month with ads on all three services, or $24.99 per month for ad-free versions of all three.

Key Takeaways

  • Crunchyroll's cheapest plan is Fan at $1.99 per month, but it includes ads and limits your video quality and content access.
  • The Standard+ and Premium plans both cost $14.99 per month, but Premium adds offline downloads and multiple simultaneous streams.
  • Paying annually instead of monthly saves money on most plans — Standard annual is $119.99 versus $143.88 if paid monthly.
  • You can bundle Crunchyroll with Disney+ and Hulu starting at $14.99 per month, which may cost less than subscribing separately.

What each plan includes and who should choose it

The Fan plan is the entry point. You get access to Crunchyroll's anime library, but with ads, standard definition video (480p), and a delayed release window — new episodes arrive a week after they air on the Japanese broadcast. This plan works if you want to sample the service or watch older series without paying much.

The Standard plan removes the delayed release window and upgrades video to 1080p HD, but keeps ads. You watch new episodes the same day they air in Japan. This is the middle ground for people who want current content but do not mind advertisements.

The Standard+ plan is identical to Standard except ads are removed. Choose this if you dislike interruptions but do not need offline viewing or multiple simultaneous streams. Many people stop here because the jump to Premium adds features most casual viewers do not use.

The Premium plan adds offline downloads (watch episodes without internet) and the ability to stream on up to four devices at the same time. Choose Premium if you travel frequently, share your account across a household, or want the full feature set. The price is the same as Standard+ ($14.99 monthly), so the extra features cost nothing additional.

How to check your current plan and billing date

Log into your Crunchyroll account on the website or app. On the website, click your profile icon in the top right, then select "Account Settings." On the mobile app, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines), then "Account." Look for the "Subscription" or "Membership" section. This page shows your current plan name, your next billing date, and your payment method.

If you signed up through a third-party platform (Apple App Store, Google Play, PlayStation Network, or Amazon Prime Video Channels), your subscription is managed through that platform, not directly through Crunchyroll. You must cancel or change your plan through the same platform where you subscribed. Crunchyroll's account page will tell you which platform manages your subscription.

Switching plans or canceling your subscription

To change your plan, go to Account Settings and find the Subscription section. Click "Change Plan" or "Manage Subscription." Select the new plan you want and confirm. The change takes effect on your next billing date. If you downgrade (for example, from Premium to Standard), you keep your current plan until the billing date arrives, then the new plan begins.

To cancel, go to the same Subscription section and select "Cancel Subscription." Crunchyroll will ask you why you are leaving and may offer a discount to stay. If you confirm the cancellation, your access ends on your next billing date. You do not get a refund for the current billing period. If you cancel mid-month, you keep access until the end of that month.

If you subscribed through a third-party platform, you must cancel through that platform instead. For example, if you subscribed through Apple, go to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > Crunchyroll > Cancel Subscription.

Free trial and promotional offers

Crunchyroll occasionally offers free trial periods, usually 7 or 14 days, depending on your region and current promotions. A free trial gives you full access to a paid plan (usually Standard or Premium) at no cost. After the trial ends, your subscription converts to a paid plan unless you cancel before the trial period closes.

To start a free trial, visit Crunchyroll's sign-up page and select the plan you want. You must provide a payment method, even though you will not be charged during the trial. Set a reminder to cancel before the trial ends if you do not want to be charged. Some promotions offer discounted rates for the first few months instead of a free trial — for example, $4.99 per month for three months, then the regular price.

Free trial availability changes frequently and may not be offered in all regions. Check Crunchyroll's homepage or sign-up page to see what offers are currently available in your location.

Regional pricing differences

Crunchyroll prices vary by country. The prices listed above are for the United States. If you access Crunchyroll from outside the US, your plan costs will be different and will be charged in your local currency. For example, Crunchyroll in Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and other regions each have their own pricing structure.

If you travel internationally or move to a different country, your subscription may be affected. Some regions have different plan names or features. Contact Crunchyroll support or check your account settings to see the pricing for your current location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I share my Crunchyroll account with family members?

Crunchyroll's terms of service state that accounts are for personal use only. However, the Premium plan allows up to four simultaneous streams, which means four people can watch at the same time on different devices. Standard and Standard+ plans allow only one stream at a time. Crunchyroll does not officially endorse account sharing outside your household.

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

No. Crunchyroll does not issue refunds for partial months. If you cancel on the 15th of a month and your billing date is the 1st, you lose the remaining time in that billing period. You keep access until your next scheduled billing date, then your subscription ends.

What happens if I downgrade from Premium to Standard?

Your current plan (Premium) continues until your next billing date. On that date, your subscription switches to Standard and you are charged the Standard price. You do not lose access during the switch — it happens automatically at billing time.

Is the Disney Bundle cheaper than Crunchyroll alone?

It depends on which plans you choose. The Disney Bundle with ads costs $14.99 per month for all three services (Disney+, Hulu, and Crunchyroll). Crunchyroll Standard+ alone is $14.99 per month. If you want Disney+ and Hulu as well, the bundle saves money. If you only want Crunchyroll, the bundle does not save you anything.

Can I change my payment method?

Yes. Go to Account Settings, find the Subscription or Billing section, and look for "Payment Method" or "Manage Payment." You can add a new credit card, debit card, or PayPal account and set it as your default. The new payment method takes effect on your next billing date.