HBO Max vs Peacock
Complete comparison of plans, pricing, features, and our recommendation to help you pick the right streaming subscription.
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HBO Max
Streaming
Starting from
$9.99/mo
With Ads$9.99/mo
No Ads$15.99/mo
Ultimate$19.99/mo
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Peacock
Streaming
Starting from
$5.99/mo
Premium$5.99/mo
Premium Plus$11.99/mo
Quick Comparison
| HBO Max | Peacock | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest Plan | $9.99/mo | $5.99/mo ✓ |
| Plans Available | 3 | 2 |
| Annual Cost (cheapest) | $119.88/yr | $71.88/yr |
| Cancellation | easy | easy |
| subscribers | 100M+ | 34M+ |
| countries | 60+ | 1 (US primary) |
| titles | 3,000+ | 3,000+ |
| founded | 2020 | 2020 |
Key Features
HBO Max
- HBO originals + Warner Bros films
- Same-day theatrical releases (select)
- 4K HDR on Ultimate plan
- Download for offline
- Multiple profiles
- Ad-free option
Peacock
- NBC & Universal content
- Live sports (NFL, Premier League)
- Free tier available
- Next-day NBC shows
- WWE content
- Download for offline (Premium Plus)
HBO Max
PROS
+Highest-quality originals (Emmy-winning)
+Warner Bros movies added quickly
+Strong documentary selection
+DC Universe content
CONS
−Smaller catalog overall
−Higher base price
−4K only on top tier
−Interface can be buggy
Peacock
PROS
+Has a free tier
+Good sports coverage
+The Office, Parks & Rec, etc.
+Cheapest paid tier among streamers
CONS
−Free tier is very limited
−Smaller original content library
−Most content needs paid tier
−Ad-free requires top tier
Our Take
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HBO Max
Best for viewers who prioritize prestige, award-winning content over quantity.
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Peacock
Best for NBC fans and sports viewers who want a cheap entry point with a free tier.
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