Max vs Netflix: which Video streaming wins in 2026?

We tested Max and Netflix head-to-head on every criterion in our video streaming methodology. Here's the verdict.

Verdict

Netflix wins overall

Based on 5 video streaming criteria: Max wins 1, Netflix wins 2, 2 tied.

Max
1
criteria won
Netflix
Winner
2
criteria won

Feature-by-feature

CriterionMaxNetflixWinner
Cheapest tier $/mo9.998.99Max
Ad-free tier $/mo16.9919.99Netflix
Top tier $/mo20.9926.99Netflix
Top tier 4K + AtmosYesYesโ€”
Top tier streams44โ€”

Total cost of ownership

HorizonMaxNetflixCheaper
12 months$204$240Max
24 months$408$480Max