During the pandemic in 2020 when the world was on lockdown, the streaming service that came to the rescue of millions of people was Netflix.
So when it comes to streaming services, no one does it better than Netflix which is why it’s one of the most popular streaming services. On Netflix, you can watch all your favourite movies and TV series. No wonder they are rated to be the best when it comes to streaming services.
You can watch your favourite movies, TV series, anime, comedy, cartoons, and documentary on the go on Netflix but before you can do that, you have to first of all subscribe to any of the plan you want before you can enjoy all Netflix has to offer.
Netflix Nigeria has different packages, subscribers can watch anything they want to without any ad. These packages are in different because they want to be able to reach everyone regardless of how much they can afford to subscribe. In this article, we will list out all the Netflix Plans and prices in Nigeria.
How Much is Netflix Monthly Plan in Naira
Netflix plans have fixed prices, so whether you are in Nigeria or not, it’s the same price you pay. However , in Nigeria we know how currency exchange rate fluctuates so for that simple reason we’ll give you the prices both in dollars and naira.
The cheapest Netflix plan in Nigeria is $2.89 which is approximately N1,200 while the most expensive plan is about $10.58 which is approximately N4,400. Below is the full list of Netflix plans and subscription prices in Nigeria
- Netflix Mobile Plan – N1,200
- Netflix Basic Plan – N2,900
- Netflix Standard Plan – N3,600
- Netflix Premium Plan – N4,400
Netflix Subscription Plans in Nigeria
There are four Netflix plans in Nigeria as listed above, you can choose to subscribe any of the plans depending on the package you like and how much you can afford. Let’s analysis them in details
Netflix Mobile-only Plan (N1,200)
Netflix Mobile-only Plan is a new plan and it cost 50 percent lower than the Basic plan. This Netflix Mobile-only Plan cost as low as $3.99. This plan is limited to normal video quality, it doesn’t have HD, and Ultra HD. It’s a good plan because it can conserve your MB (megabytes) because of this quality of video. You subscribe this Netflix Mobile-only Plan for just N1,200.
Features of Netflix Mobile-only Plan
- Price in Nigeria (monthly) is N1,200
- There’s no HD available on this plan
- There’s no Ultra HD available on this plan
- There’s unlimited movies, TV shows and games
- Download only on 1 phone or tablet
- You cannot watch on laptop or TV
- Only 1 screen can stream per time
Netflix Basic Plan (N2,900) Per Month
This is the simplest plan available on Netflix, it also has the most limited features when compared t other plans. The plan costs about $6.98 which is approximately N2,900. With this plan, you can watch only on a single screen per time. So if you are a single user of your account and you don’t plan to share your account with friends and family, then this package is for you.
This plan doesn’t provide viewers with HD instead, it provides viewers with SD (Standard Definition). As one of the cheapest plans on Netflix, the quality is good.
Features of Netflix Basic Plan
- Price in Nigeria (monthly) is N2,900
- SD (Standard Definition) is available on this plan instead of HD and Ultra HD
- Unlimited movies and TV series
- Only 1 screen can stream per time
- You can watch on laptops or Tv
- Download only on 1 phone or tablet
Netflix Standard Plan (N3,600) Per Month
Netflix Standard Plan allows customers to watch on several screen per time unlike the Basic and Mobile-only Plan. As one of the best plans, it offers viewers HD (High Definition). There are several features that comes with this plan and they re listed below.
Features of Netflix Standard Plan
- Price in Nigeria (monthly) is N3,600
- It supports HD
- Two screens can stream per time
- Unlimited movies and TV shows
- Download on 2 phones or tablets
- You can watch on both phone and tablet
- You can watch on both laptop and Tv
- There’s no Ultra HD available on this plan
Netflix Premium Plan (N4,400) Per Month
This is the best and the most expensive plan on Netflix. It supports both HD and 4K Ultra HD and allows customers to stream up to four screens per time.
This plan is specifically designed for family or group of friends because you can share membership with four or more people and each viewing different movies at the same time. Below are the features of this plan
Features of Netflix Premium Plan
- Price in Nigeria (monthly) is N4,400
- Unlimited movies and TV shows, and mobile games
- Four or more screens can stream per time
- HD and 4K Ultra HD are available on this plan
- You can watch on both laptop and Tv
- You can watch on both phones and tablets
- Download on 4 phones or tablets
Advantages of Using Netflix
Price: Netflix have different packages for their subscribers. They offer the most affordable subscription plan when compared to other streaming services.
Best Viewing Experience: Netflix provides the best viewing experience for their customers, they offer this all type of genre and Tv series as well as comedies, documentaries, etc. Netflix recommends movies for you based on your previous viewing habits. On this streaming service, you can skip recaps, opening sequence of episodes and so on.
No Advertisment: All the plan on Netflix are ad-free. Regardless of the plan you subscribe, you won’t get any ad disrupting your viewing time.
Offline Playback feature: Netflix provide their subscribers with content in regular and high quality. On the most expensive package, you can get contents in HD and 4K ultra HD which is super amazing.
Multiple Streaming: Netflix Standard and Premium Plan offer subscribers to watch movies, TV series, documentaries on multiple devices per time. So you can share one subscription with family and friends and have everyone watching what they want at the same time.
Compatibility: Netflix is compatible with all kinds of device. All you need to stream movies on Netflix is a strong internet connection.
Incredible Library: The category on Netflix is unmatched. The are far ahead of their competitors, this is one of the major reason lots of people prefer Netflix to other streaming services.
Disadvantages of Using Netflix
No Live Sports: There are no sporting events on Netflix and it’s a shame. Although you can find several sport series but you can get a live sporting event on this streaming service unlike Prime Video. So, if you are a fan of football, basketball, tennis, etc. You won’t be able to get live matches on this streaming service.
Geoblocking: Your current geographical location determines the shows and movies that are made available to you. The fact is, those in the US have a wider range of movies and tv shows than those in any other country.
Removing of content: Netflix remove content from their streaming service from time to time. Sometimes, these contents are added back sometimes they are not. So if can be a problem of you want to watch a rerun of your favourite tv series or movies. There are lots of moves and TV series that have been removed from this streaming service.
Delayed Updates: It’s often difficult to watch series that are currently airing on Netflix. If a TV series is currently airing , you might not find it in Netflix until after a while.
How to Pay for Netflix Subscription in Nigeria
To subscribe to a Netflix plan is not difficult. You can pay for your Netflix subscription using your debit card (MasterCard, Visa or Verve). You can also pay for your subscription using your PayPal account.
Usually, the first month subscription on Netflix is free but to get this, you will need to provide your payment details such as your card numbers, and pin before you are eligible for the free subscription.
How to Create Netflix Account in Nigeria
To create a Netflix account is easy, the first thing to do is download the Netflix app from Google Play store or Apple App store and sign up using your email and password.
Then select the option for a free month, then choose from any of the Netflix Nigeria plans
Enter your payment information (card details and PIN)
Tap the “Start Membership” icon to finish your registration
Even with your membership, you need an active data subscription to be able to stream movies on Netflix.
If you do not like the services you are being offered, you can cancel is at any time so you don’t get charged after the trial period has expired.
How to Cancel a Netflix Subscription
Log onto https://netflix.com/cancelplan and put in your account email and password.
You will be provided with two choices once you have signed in. The first option is to cancel your account but continue to use it until your next payment, the second is downgrade your plan so you can save money.