Possibly the time has come to reduce some streaming services.
Those who are sure, those who are not, and those who are in an uncertain situation.
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Making a personal analysis of my spending on streaming services, it can be stated that the monthly total amounts to over 1,000 Mexican pesos. This leads me to reflect on the possibility of cutting costs by considering which platforms are truly essential, which are at risk of being canceled, and which might deserve a chance.
Essential Platforms
I recognize that there are certain services I would not be willing to stop using, as they offer additional benefits beyond audiovisual content. Prime Video is one of those services. It is part of my subscription to Amazon Prime, which I pay for annually at a cost of 899 pesos. This subscription also includes free shipping without requiring a minimum purchase amount, which, for me, justifies the annual investment. Additionally, Prime Video offers the option to subscribe to channels and rent recent movies, which is appealing.
Another essential service for me is Apple TV+. Since I needed iCloud+, I opted for the Apple One membership, which includes Apple Music and Apple Arcade, in addition to this streaming service, for 249 pesos per month. Although releases are less frequent, their quality justifies the expense.
Max is also considered a fundamental service on my list, as it features acclaimed series like Game of Thrones and The Last of Us, as well as sports broadcasts like the Champions League. For this service, I pay 99.50 pesos each month. As for Netflix, I see it as a necessary option, since thanks to my brother-in-law who pays for the family plan of Spotify, I can also benefit from the standard subscription that I maintain. This leads me to spend a total of 318 pesos per month on Netflix.
Services on the Chopping Block
Regarding options that are about to be canceled, my subscription to YouTube Premium stands out. This platform allows viewing videos without ads and offers access to YouTube Music for 139 pesos per month. While I appreciate these benefits, I might consider canceling this service first. In the music realm, I prefer to continue using Spotify and Apple Music thanks to the shared plans from my brother-in-law and the Apple One membership.
As for Paramount+, its cost of 109 pesos per month makes it an attractive option, but its original content is not a priority for me, despite recognizing the quality of productions like The Offer or The Handmaid's Tale.
A Promising Option
Finally, there is a service I would like to explore: MUBI. This service has managed to combine auteur titles with interesting productions, such as La sustancia and Drive My Car. Although its price is 179 pesos per month, which I consider affordable, I would need to think it over before making a decision.
