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How much does Crunchyroll cost in 2026?
In the United States, Crunchyroll costs $9.99 a month for Fan, $13.99 for Mega Fan and $17.99 for Ultimate Fan, plus tax. Each plan went up $2 on February 2, 2026 for new subscribers, and existing monthly subscribers saw the new price from their first billing date after March 4, 2026.
| Plan | Monthly | Annual (listed) | Simultaneous screens | Offline downloads | Store discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fan | $9.99 | $99.99 | 1 | 1 device | 5% |
| Mega Fan | $13.99 | $139.99 | 4 | Yes | 10% |
| Ultimate Fan | $17.99 | $179.99 | 6 | Yes | 15% plus free shipping |
All three plans are ad-free and include a 7-day free trial for new and eligible accounts. Annual prices were listed at about 17% below twelve monthly payments when last checked in June 2026, and limited-time offers have gone lower (a Fan annual deal at $66.99 ran when the increase was announced). Ultimate Fan also adds a swag bag after 12 consecutive months, and Mega Fan and Ultimate Fan include access to Crunchyroll Game Vault.
Does Crunchyroll cost the same in every country?
No. Crunchyroll sets prices per region, in local currency. The February 2026 increase also reached Canada, South Africa and other markets, and in France the plans were reported at €6.99 (Fan) and €8.99 (Mega Fan) after a €1 rise. Open the pricing page inside your own account, since the figures above are US prices.
Which Crunchyroll tier is cheapest for you?
Fan is the cheapest plan for one viewer, and it now includes downloads on one device, which used to require Mega Fan. Mega Fan only saves money when two to four people use it, and Ultimate Fan pays off for six screens or heavy use of the store.
| Your situation | Best plan | Cost per person (US monthly) |
|---|---|---|
| You watch alone on one screen | Fan | $9.99 |
| Two people in one home, different shows at once | Mega Fan | $7.00 each |
| Four people sharing | Mega Fan | $3.50 each |
| Family or flatmates, up to six screens | Ultimate Fan | About $3.00 each |
How can you pay less for Crunchyroll?
1. Pay yearly instead of monthly
An annual plan costs about 17% less than twelve monthly payments. On Fan that is roughly $20 saved, on Mega Fan about $28 and on Ultimate Fan about $36, based on the listed US prices. Your price also stays fixed until renewal, so a mid-year increase does not touch you. Put the renewal date in your calendar.
2. Share a multi-screen plan with people you live with
Mega Fan allows 4 simultaneous screens and Ultimate Fan allows 6, so a household can split one bill. Share with family or flatmates and check Crunchyroll’s Terms of Use first, because paid account-sharing marketplaces may not be allowed under them.
3. Buy during Black Friday or Animay
Crunchyroll has run deals around Black Friday (November 27, 2026) and its Animay event in May. Black Friday offers have mostly targeted annual plans, and many promotions are limited to new subscribers or accounts without an active annual plan. If you plan to subscribe soon, waiting for late November can pay off, and the terms are always on the offer page.
4. Start the 7-day free trial when a season is finished
The trial is for new and eligible accounts and renews automatically at the full price. Start it when a 12-episode series is already complete, so you can finish it in one week instead of getting one episode from a weekly simulcast. Set a reminder for the day before the trial ends.
5. Use gift cards for birthdays and holidays
Crunchyroll gift cards from official sellers do not lower the price, but they let someone else cover it. Redeem the code on the redeem page of your account. If you already have an active plan, the new time starts after the current one ends.
6. Subscribe only in the months you watch
Monthly billing has no lock-in. Cancel after a season ends, keep your watchlist, and come back when the next show you want starts. Three active months a year on Fan costs about $30 in the US, against $99.99 for a full year.
7. Check carrier and store bundles in your country
Some countries offer Crunchyroll through mobile carriers or streaming-channel add-ons. Compare the bundle price with the direct price, and confirm that billing through an app store does not cost more where you live.
Is the annual plan always cheaper?
No. At current US prices, an annual plan equals about 10 months of monthly billing on every tier ($99.99 vs $9.99 a month for Fan, $139.99 vs $13.99 for Mega Fan). If you would stay subscribed for fewer than 10 months in the year, paying monthly and cancelling between seasons costs less.
Which "cheap Crunchyroll" tricks should you avoid?
- VPN to get another country’s price. Connecting from a lower-priced country goes against Crunchyroll’s terms and puts your account at risk of suspension.
- Free premium account generators, modded apps and "unlimited" codes. These mostly collect logins and card details, and some install malware.
- Resold or "lifetime" accounts. They can be cancelled or reclaimed at any time, and you have no support when they stop working.
- Unofficial streaming sites. Quality varies, ads are intrusive, devices are at risk, and none of the money reaches the studios.
Crunchyroll price FAQ
Is there a free Crunchyroll plan in 2026?
No. Crunchyroll ended its free ad-supported tier on December 31, 2025. Watching now requires a paid plan, apart from the 7-day free trial for new and eligible accounts.
How much is Crunchyroll per month in the US?
Fan costs $9.99, Mega Fan $13.99 and Ultimate Fan $17.99 per month before tax, as of October 2026.
Can you download episodes on the Fan plan?
Yes, on one device. Since the February 2026 update, Fan includes offline viewing for a single device. Mega Fan and Ultimate Fan cover more devices.
Is Mega Fan worth it?
Mega Fan is worth it when two or more people use it at the same time, since it allows 4 screens. For one viewer, Fan is cheaper and now includes downloads on one device.
Is the Crunchyroll annual plan worth it?
It is worth it if you would subscribe for about 10 months or more in a year. The listed annual price is roughly 17% below monthly billing, and it locks your price until renewal.
When is the next Crunchyroll sale?
Black Friday falls on November 27, 2026, and Crunchyroll’s Animay promotion usually runs in May. Dates and terms are confirmed by Crunchyroll when each offer opens.
Can you use a VPN to pay a lower Crunchyroll price?
You should not. It breaks Crunchyroll’s terms of use and can get your account suspended.
Does Crunchyroll still show ads?
Paid plans are ad-free. You may still see trailers and promotions for Crunchyroll’s own content and products.