Pandora Raises Subscription Prices by at Least $1 a Month
Pandora Plus, Premium and Premium Family all get more expensive, with new subscribers paying from September 22 and existing users from October 22.
Pandora is raising the price of its paid subscription tiers by at least $1 per month. New subscribers began paying the higher rates on September 22, 2026, while existing subscribers will see the new charges starting with their next bill from October 22, 2026. The company announced the increase in an email, according to engadget.com.
Under the new pricing, Pandora Plus costs $5.99 per month or $65.89 per year. Pandora Premium is now $11.99 per month or $131.89 per year, and Pandora Premium Family is $19.99 per month or $219.89 per year.
The increase varies by billing platform. Subscribers who pay through Apple will be charged $6.99 for Plus and $14.99 for Premium monthly. Those using Google Play will pay $6.99 for Plus and $12.99 for Premium monthly.
Not every channel is affected equally. Pandora Plus subscribers on the Amazon Appstore remain at $4.99 per month. Roku customers can still subscribe to paid tiers for $4.99 and $10.99 per month.
Background
In September 2026, Pandora sent an email announcing the price hike. Months before, Spotify instituted a similar price increase.
Quick answers
When does the Pandora price increase take effect?
New subscribers began paying the higher prices on September 22, 2026. Existing subscribers will be charged the new rates starting with their next bill from October 22, 2026.
How much do Pandora Plus and Premium cost now?
Pandora Plus is $5.99 per month or $65.89 per year. Pandora Premium is $11.99 per month or $131.89 per year. Pandora Premium Family is $19.99 per month or $219.89 per year.
Do Apple and Google Play subscribers pay different prices?
Yes. Through Apple, Plus is $6.99 and Premium is $14.99 monthly. Through Google Play, Plus is $6.99 and Premium is $12.99 monthly.