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What’s the price for a Spotify subscription?
Trying to figure out what Spotify Premium actually costs can feel a bit harder than it should be. There are different plans, different prices, and the website doesn’t always spell out which one is best for your situation. This guide will give you a clear breakdown of what each plan costs and who it’s for, so you can choose the best Spotify subscription plan for you.
Summary
Spotify Premium in the UK starts at £12.99 a month for a single account, with cheaper options for students or those sharing a home. Here, you’ll find every Spotify plan explained, what you get for the price.Spotify Premium prices in 2025
Spotify has five tiers: Free, Individual, Duo, Family and Student. All paid plans renew monthly and offer ad-free listening, downloads for offline use, unlimited skips, and higher audio quality.Here are the current subscription plans and pricing as of November 2025.| Plan | Price per month | Who it suits | What you get |
| Premium Individual | £12.99 | One listener | Ad-free listening, offline downloads, unlimited skips, 15 hours of audiobook time |
| Premium Duo | £17.99 | Two people at the same address | Two separate accounts, shared playlist, audiobook hours for the plan manager |
| Premium Family | £21.99 | Up to six people under one roof | Child accounts, content filters, Spotify Kids app, audiobook hours for the plan manager |
| Premium Student | £5.99 | Verified students | All Individual features at a lower price |
| Spotify Free | £0 | Anyone | Ads, shuffle-only on mobile, limited skips, no offline listening |
Spotify subscription plans in more detail
Premium Individual
Premium Individual gives you the full Spotify experience on your own devices. You listen ad-free, download music for offline use, organise your queue however you like, and use up to 15 hours of audiobook listening time every month. It suits anyone who doesn’t need to share an account.Premium Duo
Premium Duo gives two people at the same address their own Premium accounts for less than paying for two Individual plans. You both keep your own playlists and recommendations, and Spotify updates a shared Duo Mix playlist based on what you each play.Premium Family
Premium Family gives up to six people their own Premium accounts under one plan. Everyone gets a separate profile, and you can turn on parental controls or switch younger listeners to the Spotify Kids app. The plan manager also receives the monthly audiobook hours.Premium Student
Premium Student gives verified university students the full Premium experience for a reduced price. New users get the first month free, then pay £5.99 a month. It includes all the features of the Individual plan.What you get with a Free Spotify plan
Spotify Free lets you listen at no cost, but with limitations. You hear ads, you can’t choose specific tracks on mobile, and you only get a limited number of skips. You also can’t download music for offline use. If you want control over what you play, Premium delivers a noticeably better experience.Which Spotify plan should you choose?
If you live alone
Choose Premium Individual for the simplest, most complete setup.If it’s just you and one other person
Pick Premium Duo. You both get full Premium features, and you’ll pay less than buying two Individual plans.If you have a bigger household
Go for Premium Family. It gives the best value per person and includes parental controls.If you’re a student
Choose Premium Student for the lowest monthly price and all the Premium features.How to change your Spotify Premium plan
If you’re comparing Spotify subscription prices because you’re thinking of switching, the good news is that changing your Spotify plan is quick and doesn’t affect your saved music.How to switch plans
- Open Spotify and log in to your Account page.
- Scroll down to Your plan and select Change plan.
- Choose the new plan you want: Individual, Duo, Family, or Student.
- Confirm your payment details to finalise the switch.
What happens when you switch
- You keep all your playlists, albums, podcasts, and recommendations exactly the same.
- If you upgrade, the change takes effect right away.
- If you downgrade, your current Premium plan stays active until the end of your billing cycle.
Paying for Spotify Premium with a gift card
If you prefer not to link your bank card to Spotify, you can pay for a Premium subscription with a gift card. Recharge lets you buy a Spotify gift card and redeem it directly in your account. It’s fast, the code arrives instantly by email, and you stay in full control of your entertainment spending.It’s also ideal if you want to keep card details off your Spotify profile entirely.Frequently Asked Questions
Does Spotify still offer a free trial?
Yes. Most new users get one free month, although promotions change throughout the year.
Can I switch plans without losing my playlists?
Yes. You keep your playlists, saved music, podcasts and settings when you move between plans.
Does Spotify include audiobooks?
Premium includes 15 hours of audiobook listening each month. Duo and Family give these hours to the plan manager only.
Can I pay with a gift card?
Yes, but only for Premium Individual. You can also use prepaid Premium credit from MobileTopUp.
Does Spotify check your address for Duo or Family?
Yes. Everyone on the plan must live at the same address, and Spotify may ask you to confirm it occasionally.
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