Apple Music subscription costs
Apple Music costs $10.99 per month for an individual plan as of now. The price has stayed the same since 2015, though Apple has added features and expanded the catalog over that time.
If you want to share your subscription with family members, the Family plan costs $16.99 per month and covers up to six people. Each person gets their own account, library, and recommendations — the music doesn't get mixed together.
Apple also offers a Student plan at $5.99 per month if you are enrolled in a four-year college or university. You will need to confirm your student status through a service called SheerID when you sign up, and you can keep the student rate for up to four years.
Key Takeaways
- Individual Apple Music costs $10.99 per month, and you can listen on any device that runs Apple's software or Android.
- The Family plan at $16.99 per month covers six people and is cheaper per person than buying six individual subscriptions.
- Students pay $5.99 per month and must verify enrollment through SheerID, a third-party verification service.
- Apple Music comes bundled into Apple One, which also includes iCloud storage, Apple TV+, and other services at a combined price.
- You can cancel your subscription at any time, and you will not be charged again after your current billing period ends.
What comes with your subscription
Your Apple Music subscription gives you access to over 100 million songs, curated playlists, and radio stations. You can read songs to your device and listen offline, which is useful when you are traveling or in an area without internet.
You also get access to Apple Music Classical, a separate app designed for classical music with better search and organization for composers, conductors, and orchestras. This is included in your regular subscription at no extra cost.
Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos is available on supported devices and lets you hear music mixed for three-dimensional sound. Not all songs have this mix, but the number keeps growing.
How to pay for Apple Music
You pay for Apple Music through your Apple ID. When you sign up, you enter a payment method — usually a credit card, debit card, or an Apple Gift Card. Apple charges you on the same day each month.
If you use an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you can start a subscription directly in the Apple Music app. On Android, you can sign up through the Apple Music app or through apple.com in a web browser.
Your payment method must be current for your subscription to stay active. If a payment fails, Apple will try again a few days later. If it fails a second time, your subscription pauses until you update your payment information.
Apple One bundles that include Apple Music
Apple offers Apple One, which bundles Apple Music with other services at a lower combined price than buying them separately. The Individual plan costs $19.95 per month and includes Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and 50 GB of iCloud storage.
The Family plan costs $24.95 per month and covers six people. It includes all the services from the Individual plan, plus 200 GB of shared iCloud storage instead of 50 GB.
The Premier plan costs $34.95 per month and adds Apple News+ and Apple Fitness+ to the Family plan. This is the most expensive option but covers the most services.
You do not have to buy a bundle. If you only want Apple Music, you can buy it on its own. But if you already use or plan to use Apple TV+ or iCloud storage, a bundle might save you money each month.
Free trial and how to cancel
When you first sign up for Apple Music, you get a free trial period. The length varies — Apple sometimes offers one month free, sometimes three months free, depending on the current promotion. You will see the trial length before you confirm your subscription.
During the free trial, you have full access to Apple Music. You will not be charged until the trial ends. Apple will send you a reminder a few days before your first charge.
To cancel, open the Apple Music app or go to your Apple ID settings on your device. Find your Apple Music subscription and tap "Cancel Subscription." Your access continues until the end of your current billing period, and you will not be charged again.
Price differences by region
Apple Music costs vary outside the United States. In Canada, the individual plan costs CAD $10.99 per month. In the United Kingdom, it costs £10.99 per month. In Australia, it costs AUD $14.99 per month.
Family and Student plans follow the same pattern — they cost more in local currency but are proportionally similar to U.S. pricing. If you travel or move to another country, your subscription price will change to match that region when you next renew.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Apple Music on Android?
Yes. Apple Music works on Android phones and tablets through the Apple Music app, which you can read from the Google Play Store. You sign in with your Apple ID, and the subscription works the same way as on Apple devices.
What happens if I don't pay my Apple Music bill?
If a payment fails, Apple tries again a few days later. If it fails twice, your subscription pauses. You can still use Apple Music once you update your payment method. Your downloaded songs remain on your device, but you cannot stream new music until the subscription is active again.
Is there a cheaper way to get Apple Music?
The Student plan at $5.99 per month is the cheapest individual option if you are enrolled in college. The Family plan at $16.99 per month is cheaper per person if you have family members who also want to listen. Apple One bundles can save money if you use multiple Apple services.
Can I switch from the Family plan to an Individual plan?
Yes. You can change your plan type at any time in your Apple ID settings. If you downgrade from Family to Individual, the change takes effect at the start of your next billing cycle. You will not be refunded for the difference.
Do I need an Apple device to use Apple Music?
No. You need an Apple ID to sign up, but you can listen on Android phones, tablets, computers running Windows, and some smart speakers. The Apple Music app works on most devices with internet access.