Yearly IPTV plans are far cheaper per month, and the break-even point comes sooner than most people expect: on our price list, a 12-month plan (€65.99) costs about the same as three monthly payments (3 × €20.99 = €62.97). If you'll keep the service for more than three months, yearly saves money. Monthly is still the right choice when you're testing a new provider or only need IPTV for a short period.
Monthly vs yearly IPTV at a glance
| Monthly plan | Yearly plan | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per month | Highest | Lowest |
| Paid up front | One month | Twelve months |
| Flexibility | Leave any time | Committed for the year |
| Risk if the provider fails | Small | Larger |
| Best for | First-time users, short seasons | Settled, tested users |
Where is the break-even point?
Using our current one-device prices:
| Plan | Price | Cost per month | Same money in monthly payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month | €20.99 | €20.99 | 1 month |
| 3 months | €35.99 | €12.00 | about 1.7 months |
| 6 months | €45.99 | €7.67 | about 2.2 months |
| 12 months | €65.99 | €5.50 | about 3.1 months |
In other words, the 6-month plan costs less than three monthly payments, and the 12-month plan costs barely more. For anyone planning to watch for more than a quarter, a long plan is the cheaper route. Two-device plans follow the same pattern; see the full list on the pricing page.
When monthly IPTV makes more sense
- You haven't tested the provider. A month is a cheap way to confirm stability over several busy evenings.
- You watch seasonally — for one tournament or while travelling.
- Your setup might change, such as moving house or switching devices.
- The provider has no refund policy. Never prepay a year without one.
When a yearly plan makes more sense
(Choosing the plan itself is covered in the best IPTV subscription for 2026.)
- You've completed a free trial and at least a month without problems.
- The provider publishes a refund policy and plans don't auto-renew.
- You'd otherwise pay monthly for more than three months.
The middle ground: 3 and 6 months
Three- and six-month plans capture most of the saving with less commitment. A 6-month plan already brings the monthly cost down to €7.67 — a good choice if you want to lower the price without paying for a full year up front.
How to reduce the risk of a long plan
- Test first with a free trial on your own TV.
- Start with one month, then upgrade.
- Pay with buyer protection — see IPTV payment methods.
- Keep your order confirmation and note the expiry date.
- Check the refund window before paying.
Watch out for "deals" on long plans
A bonus-month offer can make a long plan even cheaper — or hide a trap such as a lifetime price with no refund. See how to judge IPTV subscription deals.
Our recommendation
Take the free 24-hour test, then either a 1-month plan or — if the test went well — a 6- or 12-month plan for the lowest effective price. Our plans are prepaid and never renew automatically. Compare subscription plans, or read the full IPTV pricing guide.
