Max (HBO) Prices by Country in 2026
Compare Max (HBO) subscription costs across 16 countries. Find where Max (HBO) is cheapest and how much you can save with regional pricing.
Quick answer: The cheapest Max (HBO) subscription in 2026 is in Argentina, where the basic plan costs just $0.30/month — compared to $12.59/month in United Kingdom. That's a potential saving of 98% by subscribing through a cheaper region using a VPN like CometVPN.
Cheapest Country
Argentina
$0.30/mo
Most Expensive
United Kingdom
$12.59/mo
Potential Savings
98%
cheapest vs most expensive
Why Do Max (HBO) Prices Vary by Country?
Max (formerly HBO Max) operates with aggressive international pricing variance because Warner Bros Discovery's content licensing infrastructure is inherently fragmented across formerly separate HBO, Turner, and Discovery operations. The three-tier pricing structure represents Warner Bros' migration from HBO Max's previous system, introducing the Ultimate tier specifically to compete with Netflix Premium's 4K positioning. In newer European markets, pricing started significantly below Disney Plus to capture market share in territories where HBO content historically commanded lower willingness-to-pay. The service's library strength — HBO's entire back catalog (Succession, The Wire, Game of Thrones), Warner Bros theatrical releases, and Discovery's reality programming — creates differentiated value that justifies global pricing variance.
Max (HBO) Plans Explained: With Ads, Ad-Free, and Ultimate Ad-Free
Max (HBO) offers 3 subscription tiers worldwide, though pricing for each varies by country.
With Ads
Entry-level Max experience providing access to HBO's complete catalog (Game of Thrones, Succession, The Wire), Warner Bros theatrical releases, and Discovery programming. Limited to 1080p HD resolution and two simultaneous streams. No offline downloads available.
Access to HBO, Warner Bros films, and Discovery shows with ads
Ad-Free
Mid-tier option removing advertisements entirely while maintaining 1080p HD resolution, two simultaneous streams, and 30 offline downloads for mobile viewing. Ideal for viewers willing to pay premium for uninterrupted HBO viewing.
Ad-free HBO content with 30 offline downloads
Ultimate Ad-Free
Premium tier delivering 4K Ultra HD resolution with Dolby Atmos immersive audio, four simultaneous streams across devices, and 100 offline downloads. Targets HBO superfans and families wanting cinema-quality viewing of Warner Bros theatrical releases in maximum technical quality.
4K streaming, Dolby Atmos, 4 simultaneous streams, 100 downloads
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Max (HBO) Subscription Prices in Every Country
| # | Country | Price/Month ↑ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $0.30 | |
| 2 |  Turkey | $1.13 |
| 3 |  Brazil | $1.68 |
| 4 |  India | $1.79 |
| 5 |  Philippines | $2.68 |
| 6 |  Mexico | $4.58 |
| 7 |  South Africa | $5.35 |
| 8 |  South Korea | $5.92 |
| 9 |  Japan | $6.63 |
| 10 |  Germany | $7.55 |
| 11 |  Spain | $7.55 |
| 12 |  Netherlands | $7.55 |
| 13 |  Canada | $8.87 |
| 14 |  Australia | $9.09 |
| 15 |  United States | $9.99 |
| 16 | United KingdomMost Expensive | $12.59 |
How to Get Max (HBO) Cheaper with a VPN
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Use the pricing table above to find the cheapest country for Max (HBO).
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Sign up for a VPN like CometVPN and connect to a server in that country.
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Visit the Max (HBO) website while connected — you'll see the cheaper regional pricing. Subscribe and save up to 98%.
More Ways to Save on Max (HBO) in 2026
Choose With Ads If You Primarily Watch Series
If you primarily watch HBO series rather than Warner Bros theatrical releases, With Ads provides identical content quality in 1080p HD. HBO's series benefit minimally from 4K, and the savings are substantial annually.
Commit to Annual Billing for 17% Discount
Max's annual plans save approximately 17% versus monthly billing across all tiers. If you're committed to 12 months, lock in annual pricing immediately.
Share Ultimate Ad-Free Across Multiple Households
Ultimate's 4 simultaneous streams allow cost-sharing with friends/family. Split 4 ways, it's cheaper than Ad-Free tier individually, and all viewers access 4K quality.
Consolidate Warner Bros Services into Max
If you subscribe to other Warner Bros Discovery services (Discovery+, etc.), consolidate into Max rather than maintaining separate subscriptions. Max now includes all Discovery content, eliminating redundant subscriptions.
How We Compare Max (HBO) Prices
Our Max (HBO) price comparison data is updated regularly to reflect the latest pricing in each country. We collect official Max (HBO) subscription prices in local currencies, then convert everything to USD using current exchange rates for easy comparison. All prices shown are monthly rates. Exchange rates are updated weekly. Last data update: February 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions About Max (HBO) Pricing
What's included in Max's HBO library versus Discovery content?
Max provides the entire HBO back catalog (20+ years of series) plus Warner Bros theatrical film releases, HBO Max originals, and complete Discovery networks (Discovery Channel, TLC, Food Network, HGTV). This combination creates the most comprehensive premium library beyond Netflix.
Is Ultimate Ad-Free's 4K worth the premium over Ad-Free?
For viewers with 4K TVs who watch Warner Bros theatrical releases (Dune, Barbie, DC films), yes. For HBO's series library (primarily shot in 1080p), the 4K upgrade provides no image quality benefit. Ultimate's additional advantages include 4 simultaneous streams versus 2 and 100 downloads versus 30.
Why are different Max markets showing radically different pricing?
Warner Bros Discovery inherited fragmented licensing infrastructure from HBO International, Turner, and Discovery. This consolidation under Max is still standardizing pricing. Argentina lacks local HBO licensing history, while United Kingdom has legacy HBO pricing power.
Can I download content on the With Ads plan?
No, downloads are exclusive to Ad-Free (30 downloads) and Ultimate (100 downloads) plans. If offline viewing is essential for travel or commuting, the Ad-Free tier justifies the premium.
How many people can watch simultaneously on Max?
With Ads and Ad-Free plans allow 2 concurrent streams; Ultimate Ad-Free supports 4 simultaneous streams. For households larger than 2 people, Ultimate is more economical than subscribing twice.
Does Max have sports content?
Max includes HBO Sports programming (documentaries, occasional fight events) but lacks comprehensive sports coverage compared to ESPN Plus or Amazon Prime Video. For comprehensive sports, Max complements rather than replaces sports-focused services.
What's the difference between Max and HBO Max?
Max is the new global branding (launched May 2023) consolidating HBO Max, HBO, and Discovery+ into one service. Previous HBO Max subscribers automatically converted. No functional difference — purely a rebranding to reflect expanded Discovery content.
Does Max offer free trials?
Max periodically offers 7-day free trials during promotional periods (typically January, October), though not guaranteed. Your savings path: subscribe during promotional periods, or commit to annual Ad-Free for significant savings versus monthly billing.
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