WWE on Peacock costs $5.99 per month, but Peacock has raised prices before and may do so again

WWE content on Peacock is included in the standard Peacock subscription tier, which currently costs $5.99 per month with ads. Peacock also offers an ad-free tier at $11.99 per month. Neither price is locked in forever — Peacock has increased subscription costs multiple times since launch, most recently in July 2023, when the ad-supported plan went from $4.99 to $5.99 per month.

If you watch WWE through Peacock, you should know that price increases can happen with 30 days' notice. Peacock typically announces changes on its website and through email to existing subscribers. The company has not announced a specific date for the next increase, but the pattern shows increases roughly every 18 to 24 months.

Your WWE content does not disappear if you cancel — you lose access to the live events and on-demand library only while you are not subscribed. If Peacock raises prices and you pause your subscription, you can restart it later at whatever the current price is at that time.

Key Takeaways

  • WWE programming on Peacock requires a Peacock subscription at $5.99 per month (with ads) or $11.99 per month (without ads), not a separate WWE subscription.
  • Peacock has raised prices multiple times, with the most recent increase in July 2023, and typically gives 30 days' notice before a price change takes effect.
  • You can pause or cancel your Peacock subscription at any time without losing the ability to restart it later.
  • WWE premium events (pay-per-views) are included in the Peacock subscription with no additional charge, unlike the old WWE Network model.

How WWE moved to Peacock and what that means for pricing

In March 2021, WWE moved its entire streaming library and live events from the standalone WWE Network to Peacock. This was a licensing deal between WWE and NBCUniversal (Peacock's parent company). The shift meant WWE fans no longer pay a separate WWE Network fee — instead, they pay for Peacock itself.

When the deal began, Peacock's ad-supported tier cost $4.99 per month. WWE premium events that once cost $9.99 each on the WWE Network became part of that $4.99 subscription. This looked like a price cut at first, but it also meant Peacock could raise its base price later without WWE having to negotiate separately.

The licensing agreement between WWE and Peacock runs through 2025, with options to extend. If the deal renews, pricing will likely be negotiated again, and that could affect what you pay. For now, WWE content is bundled into whatever Peacock charges, so there is no separate WWE line item on your bill.

Peacock's price history and what to expect

Peacock launched in April 2020 at $4.99 per month for the ad-supported tier. The ad-free tier started at $9.99 per month. In July 2023, Peacock raised the ad-supported tier to $5.99 per month and the ad-free tier to $11.99 per month — the first increase in over two years.

That 2023 increase affected all subscribers, including those who had been paying the original $4.99 rate. Peacock sent email notices 30 days before the change took effect. If you were grandfathered into an older price, the increase still applied when your renewal date arrived.

Peacock has not announced another price increase as of now, but the company has said it expects to raise prices again as it invests more in original content and sports rights. WWE is one of Peacock's most-watched content categories, so any future price increase will likely be tied to the cost of keeping that content available.

What happens to your WWE access if you cancel or pause

If Peacock raises its price and you decide to cancel, your access to WWE content stops when ready. You lose the ability to watch live events, replays, and the full WWE library. However, you can restart your subscription at any time — there is no penalty for pausing and restarting.

When you restart, you pay whatever the current Peacock price is. If prices have gone up since you cancelled, your new subscription will be at the higher rate. Peacock does not offer a "lock-in" option that lets you keep an old price if you stay subscribed continuously, but it also does not penalize you for taking breaks.

Some subscribers choose to subscribe for a few months during major WWE events (like WrestleMania or Royal Rumble) and cancel in between. This strategy works if you do not mind missing weekly programming, but Peacock's price increase means each restart may cost more than the last one.

The difference between ad-supported and ad-free tiers

Both Peacock tiers include the same WWE content — live events, replays, documentaries, and the full back catalog. The only difference is whether you see ads. The ad-supported tier ($5.99 per month) shows ads during live events and on-demand shows. The ad-free tier ($11.99 per month) removes those ads.

WWE fans who watch live events often prefer the ad-free tier because ads interrupt the action during matches. However, the ad-free tier costs double, so many subscribers stick with ads to keep their monthly cost down. Peacock lets you switch between tiers at any time, so you can upgrade for a big event and downgrade afterward.

If you switch tiers mid-month, Peacock prorates the difference. If you upgrade from ad-supported to ad-free, you pay the difference for the remaining days. If you downgrade, Peacock credits the overpayment to your next billing cycle.

How to monitor Peacock price changes and manage your subscription

Peacock announces price increases through email to all affected subscribers and on its website. You can also check your account settings in the Peacock app or website to see your current plan and billing date. Setting a calendar reminder for 30 days before your renewal date helps you decide whether to keep the subscription or pause it.

If Peacock raises prices, you have options: pay the new rate, switch to the ad-supported tier if you are on ad-free, or cancel and restart later. There is no "grandfathering" — everyone pays the current rate when their subscription renews, regardless of how long they have been a subscriber.

You can also check Peacock's official social media accounts and press releases for announcements about price changes. Peacock sometimes offers promotional rates for new subscribers, so if you cancel and restart months later, you might may have access to for a discount that existing subscribers do not get.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will WWE leave Peacock and go back to a standalone app?

WWE's licensing deal with Peacock runs through 2025, so WWE content will remain on Peacock at least until then. After 2025, WWE and Peacock could renew the deal, or WWE could move to another platform. Any change would likely be announced well in advance, and you would have time to decide whether to follow the content to a new service.

Do I have to pay extra for WWE premium events like WrestleMania?

No. WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, SummerSlam, and all other WWE premium events are included in your Peacock subscription at no extra cost. This is different from the old WWE Network model, where premium events cost $9.99 each. The trade-off is that Peacock's base price is higher than the WWE Network was at the end.

Can I share my Peacock account with family members?

Peacock allows multiple profiles on one account, but simultaneous streaming is limited based on your tier. The ad-supported tier allows streaming on one device at a time. The ad-free tier allows up to four simultaneous streams. If you exceed the limit, you will get an error message asking you to stop streaming on another device.

What if I do not want to pay for Peacock just for WWE?

Peacock includes movies, TV shows, sports, and news in addition to WWE. If you only want WWE, Peacock is your only option now — there is no standalone WWE streaming service. Some cable and satellite providers include Peacock as part of their packages, so check your provider to see if you already have access.

How far in advance does Peacock announce price increases?

Peacock typically gives 30 days' notice before a price increase takes effect. The notice arrives by email and appears in your account settings. If you receive notice and want to cancel before the increase, you usually have until your next billing date to do so without paying the new rate.