Netflix subscribers in Singapore are facing yet another price hike as the streaming giant adjusts its local subscription fees starting April 18, 2025. This marks the latest in a series of increases since Netflix’s 2016 debut in the country, reflecting the company’s continued investment in content and technology. Here’s everything you need to know about the updated pricing structure and what it means for current and future subscribers.
New Netflix Singapore Subscription Prices for 2025
Netflix Singapore has officially raised the prices across all subscription tiers, with increases ranging from S$2 to S$4 per plan. The updated pricing, which took effect immediately from April 18, 2025, is as follows:
- Basic Plan:
Increased from S$13.98 to S$15.98 - Standard Plan:
Increased from S$19.98 to S$22.98 - Premium Plan:
Increased from S$25.98 to S$29.98
Additionally, the fee for adding an extra member outside of the primary household has risen from S$6.98 to S$7.98.
Why Netflix Is Raising Prices Again
In a statement to The Straits Times on April 23, Netflix explained the price revision as part of its ongoing strategy to deliver greater value to its users. The company stated:
“As we deliver more value to our members, we occasionally ask them to pay a bit more. We’re adjusting prices in Singapore, with memberships starting at $15.98.”
Netflix continues to invest in original programming, global content distribution, and high-definition streaming technology. The price increase reflects these efforts, as well as broader market trends impacting streaming platforms globally.
A Look Back: Netflix Price Hikes Over the Years
Since launching in Singapore in January 2016, Netflix’s pricing has steadily increased. Here’s a quick snapshot of how the subscription costs have evolved:
- 2016 Launch Prices:
- Basic: S$10.98
- Standard: S$13.98
- Premium: S$16.98
- Subsequent Increases:
- January 2020
- October 2021
- February 2024
- April 2025 (current)
With each price revision, Netflix has expanded its content library and enhanced its user experience, especially for higher-tier subscribers who enjoy multi-device streaming and higher-resolution video.
Netflix’s Growing Content Library: Is It Worth the Price?
Despite rising prices, Netflix remains a dominant force in the streaming industry thanks to its blockbuster content:
- Original Series:
- Stranger Things (2016–present)
- Squid Game (2021–present)
- Adolescence (2025)
- Award-Winning Films:
- Roma (2018) – Directed by Alfonso Cuaron
- Emilia Perez (2024) – Featuring Zoe Saldana in an Oscar-winning role
Netflix continues to invest in localized and international content, helping maintain its appeal across diverse markets like Singapore.
Netflix Isn’t Alone: Streaming Services Adjusting Prices
Netflix isn’t the only player revising prices in Singapore. Earlier this year, Disney+ also increased its subscription fees, even after reporting a global subscriber loss of over 700,000 users. As streaming platforms face mounting production and licensing costs, price hikes may become the norm across the industry.
Conclusion
With Netflix Singapore’s latest subscription fee increase now in effect, users will need to weigh the rising costs against the platform’s content offerings and features. As the streaming landscape grows more competitive and content-rich, Netflix aims to retain its leadership by delivering both value and innovation. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a binge-watcher, staying informed on subscription updates is key to getting the most out of your plan.
