What SiriusXM All Access covers

SiriusXM All Access is the company's most comprehensive satellite radio plan. It includes all SiriusXM channels available on satellite radio, plus the ability to stream SiriusXM content online and through the SiriusXM mobile app. You get access to music, news, sports, talk, and comedy channels, along with on-demand content and exclusive shows.

The plan works across multiple devices: in your car on satellite, on your phone or tablet through the app, and on a computer through the web player. You can pause, rewind, and replay content on the streaming side, which satellite radio does not offer. The service also includes the SiriusXM Travel Link feature, which provides real-time traffic, weather, and fuel prices on compatible car radios.

All Access is SiriusXM's highest tier. Below it sits the Streaming-Only plan, which gives you app and online access but no satellite radio. Below that is the basic satellite-only plan, which covers just the car radio without streaming options.

Key Takeaways

  • All Access includes satellite radio in your car plus streaming on phones, tablets, and computers across all SiriusXM channels.
  • The plan costs more than satellite-only or streaming-only options, but covers both delivery methods in one subscription.
  • You can use All Access on up to three devices at the same time, though this limit varies by account type.
  • Streaming features like pause, rewind, and replay are only available through the app and web player, not through satellite radio itself.
  • The plan includes Travel Link data on compatible car radios, showing traffic, weather, and fuel prices in real time.

How All Access differs from satellite-only and streaming-only plans

The satellite-only plan covers only your car radio and costs less per month than All Access. You get all SiriusXM channels but cannot stream to your phone or computer. This plan works best if you listen mainly while driving and do not need access outside the car.

The Streaming-Only plan gives you the app and web player but no satellite radio receiver. It costs less than All Access but more than satellite-only. You can listen on your phone, tablet, and computer, but you cannot tune in through a car radio. This plan suits people who do not have a satellite radio installed or who listen mostly on mobile devices.

All Access bundles both: you pay a higher monthly fee and get satellite radio plus streaming. The trade-off is cost versus convenience — you are not locked into one delivery method. If you already own a satellite radio and want to add streaming, or if you want both options without managing two separate subscriptions, All Access is the single plan that covers both.

Monthly cost and contract terms

SiriusXM All Access pricing varies depending on how you purchase and whether you are a new or existing customer. New customers often see promotional rates for the first few months, after which the price increases to the standard rate. The standard monthly cost varies by region and changes periodically, so the exact amount depends on when and where you sign up.

You can pay month-to-month or commit to an annual plan. Annual plans usually offer a lower per-month cost than paying monthly, but require you to pay the full year upfront. Month-to-month plans cost more per month but give you the option to cancel without penalty after the current billing cycle ends.

Some car manufacturers bundle SiriusXM subscriptions with new vehicles, and those packages may include All Access at a reduced rate for a set period. After that period ends, the price moves to the standard rate unless you cancel or switch to a lower tier.

Device limits and simultaneous streaming

SiriusXM All Access allows you to stream on up to three devices at the same time under one account. This means you, a family member, and another household member can each listen on a different phone, tablet, or computer without interrupting each other. However, only one satellite radio receiver can be registered to the account at a time.

If you try to start streaming on a fourth device while three are already playing, the oldest stream will stop. You can switch which devices are active by logging out and logging back in, but you cannot have more than three streams running simultaneously. This limit applies to streaming only; satellite radio in your car does not count toward the three-device limit.

Channels and content included

All Access includes the full SiriusXM channel lineup, which spans music, news, sports, entertainment, and talk. The exact number of channels varies slightly by region, but typically ranges from 150 to 200 channels. Music channels cover genres from rock and pop to country, hip-hop, jazz, and classical. News channels include outlets like CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC. Sports channels carry play-by-play coverage of major leagues.

On-demand content is also included, so you can listen to past episodes of shows you missed or replay segments from live broadcasts. This feature is only available through the app and web player, not through satellite radio. Exclusive shows and interviews are often available on-demand before or after they air live.

The channel lineup and on-demand library change over time as SiriusXM adds, removes, or rotates content. Your account dashboard shows the current full list of available channels and on-demand shows.

How to set up All Access on your devices

To use All Access in your car, you need a SiriusXM satellite radio receiver. This is usually built into newer vehicles or can be purchased separately and installed. Once the receiver is in place, you tune to the SiriusXM signal and follow the on-screen prompts to set up your subscription. The receiver will display an set up code that you enter on the SiriusXM website or through the mobile app to link it to your account.

For streaming on your phone, tablet, or computer, read the SiriusXM app from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or visit siriusxm.com. Log in with your account credentials, and your All Access subscription will automatically unlock all streaming features. You do not need to set up streaming separately if you already have an active All Access subscription.

If you are switching from a satellite-only plan to All Access, you do not need to buy new equipment. Log into your account online, upgrade your plan, and streaming access will turn on when ready. Your satellite radio receiver will continue to work without any changes.

Cancellation and pausing your subscription

You can cancel your All Access subscription at any time through your online account or by calling SiriusXM customer service. If you are in a promotional period, cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle. If you are on a standard plan, cancellation is when ready, though you will retain access through the end of the current billing period.

SiriusXM also offers the option to pause your subscription for up to three months without canceling. This is useful if you know you will not be using the service for a while but want to keep your account active and your channel presets saved. When you pause, you stop being charged, and you can resume at any time. Pausing does not reset your account or delete your settings.

If you cancel and later want to reactivate, you can sign back up at any time. However, you may not receive the same promotional rate you had before, and your channel presets and listening history will not be restored.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use All Access on multiple cars?

You can register only one satellite radio receiver to your All Access account at a time. If you have multiple cars with satellite radios, you would need to swap the receiver between them or purchase additional receivers and subscriptions. For streaming, you can listen on up to three devices simultaneously across different locations, so you could stream in one car while someone else streams in another.

What happens if I go over the three-device streaming limit?

The oldest active stream will automatically stop when you start a fourth stream. You will not receive a warning or error message; the oldest listener will straightforward lose their connection. You can log out of devices you are not using to free up slots for other listeners.

Does All Access work without internet?

Satellite radio works without internet because it receives signals directly from satellites. Streaming through the app or web player requires an active internet connection. So you can listen to All Access in your car through satellite even if you have no cell service, but you cannot stream on your phone in the same situation.

Can I share my All Access account with family members?

You can share your account with family members who live in your household, and up to three people can stream simultaneously. However, SiriusXM's terms of service restrict account sharing to household members only. Sharing login credentials with people outside your household may violate the terms and could result in account suspension.

What is the difference between All Access and the Platinum plan?

SiriusXM's plan names and tiers have changed over time. All Access is the current name for the top-tier plan that includes both satellite and streaming. If you see references to "Platinum" or other older names, those may be legacy plan names that are no longer offered to new customers, though existing subscribers on those plans may keep them.