iQIYI

iQIYI is a anime & asian product operated by iQIYI, Inc.. This 2026 review covers operator background, the current tier ladder and the buying signals to weigh before subscribing. The service competes in the anime & asian category against regional and global alternatives, and the practical decision usually comes down to feature mix, regional availability and renewal economics rather than headline price alone.

Quick facts

• Operator: iQIYI, Inc.
• Headquarters: Beijing, China
• Public-market status: publicly listed on NASDAQ (IQ); Baidu majority shareholder
• Founded: 2010 (founded by Yu Gong; acquired by Baidu 2012)
• Category: anime & asian
• Current tiers: Standard VIP / Gold VIP / Diamond VIP / Family VIP
• Anchor price (2026): Standard VIP CNY 25/month; Gold VIP CNY 35/month; international iQIYI Lite USD 4.99/month outside China

What is iQIYI?

iQIYI is a video streaming product that builds its catalog from licensed third-party content combined with operator-funded originals. Its product surface covers streaming catalog of licensed films and series alongside operator-funded originals, with the recurring subscription paid through the operator's direct billing or App Store / Google Play / partner-billing surfaces. Customers buy a tier matching their usage profile; the entry tier is suitable for testing the product and higher tiers add features such as mobile, web and Smart TV apps.

Why choose iQIYI

Operator and ecosystem context

iQIYI is run by iQIYI, Inc. out of Beijing, China, established 2010 (founded by Yu Gong; acquired by Baidu 2012). That matters because the anime & asian category is increasingly consolidated and the operator's ownership structure (public vs. private, parent group, regulatory footprint) shapes how aggressively the product is supported and how stable the subscription terms are over multi-year renewals.

Plan structure and pricing tiers

The tier ladder splits across Standard VIP for testing the service, Gold VIP for everyday use, and Diamond VIP for power users or households. Anchor pricing for 2026: Standard VIP CNY 25/month; Gold VIP CNY 35/month; international iQIYI Lite USD 4.99/month outside China. Consult Subger's true-price tracker for iQIYI for all-in renewal costs after taxes and FX conversion.

Catalog and content depth

Beyond the headline features, the 2025-2026 differentiator for iQIYI is 2024-2025 expanded international iQIYI app in Southeast Asia, Spain, Brazil; launched VR content for Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest; sold equity in PCCW iQ. That gives the subscription a credible roadmap for the year ahead and distinguishes it from operators that are running their anime & asian catalog on autopilot.

iQIYI features that matter in 2026

Highlights of the current feature set:

• streaming catalog of licensed films and series
• operator-funded originals
• mobile, web and Smart TV apps
• Chromecast and AirPlay support
• offline downloads on mobile
• multi-profile household setup

Buyers should treat this list as a baseline for iQIYI in the anime & asian category — confirm specific feature availability for your region on the operator's site, since some features and tier names vary between countries.

iQIYI pricing in 2026

Reference pricing for iQIYI in 2026: Standard VIP CNY 25/month; Gold VIP CNY 35/month; international iQIYI Lite USD 4.99/month outside China. The tier ladder typically looks like:

Subger pairs the public price with the actual all-in cost (taxes, FX conversion, promotional first-period anchors that step up at renewal):

iQIYI apps and platform support

Surface availability for iQIYI can vary by region and tier — confirm current app availability and supported devices on the operator's site before subscribing.

Who iQIYI fits

iQIYI is most likely a good match for the following buyers:

• Households that want a focused entertainment catalog with apps across mobile, web and smart tv surfaces — the core target audience for the product.
• The category-focused subscriber who specifically wants streaming catalog of licensed films and series from a anime & asian operator rather than a generalist platform.
• The household subscriber evaluating the tier ladder (Standard VIP / Gold VIP / Diamond VIP) and willing to pay up for operator-funded originals.
• The cross-device user who needs apps across the surfaces listed above plus a credible upgrade path as new devices are added.
• The price-sensitive shopper who wants to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to annual billing.

Frequently asked questions

What is iQIYI and who runs it?

iQIYI is a anime & asian product operated by iQIYI, Inc. headquartered in Beijing, China, founded 2010 (founded by Yu Gong; acquired by Baidu 2012). It is sold via direct subscription on the operator's website and apps, with payments processed through the operator's billing surfaces.

How much does iQIYI cost in 2026?

Current tiers are Standard VIP, Gold VIP, Diamond VIP, Family VIP. Anchor reference pricing for 2026: Standard VIP CNY 25/month; Gold VIP CNY 35/month; international iQIYI Lite USD 4.99/month outside China. Confirm the live regional price on the operator's site before committing, since promotional cycles and FX conversion can shift the all-in renewal cost.

Is there a free tier or free trial for iQIYI?

There is no perpetual free tier listed publicly for the standard iQIYI subscription; the operator may run introductory trials periodically. Check the live signup page for current trial promotions.

Where is iQIYI available?

Availability follows the operator's licensing and service footprint anchored on Beijing, China. Confirm regional availability on the official site before subscribing, especially for products that have country-specific catalog or pricing rules.

What 2025-2026 features set iQIYI apart right now?

The current 2025-2026 differentiator is 2024-2025 expanded international iQIYI app in Southeast Asia, Spain, Brazil; launched VR content for Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest; sold equity in PCCW iQ. Together with the headline features listed above, that gives buyers a concrete signal that the subscription is being actively developed rather than coasting on a legacy catalog.

Which devices and platforms does iQIYI support?

Coverage spans the surfaces shown in the platform table above. The current mobile, web and (where applicable) Smart TV apps are the recommended way to consume the service; older devices may be deprecated in successive releases as the operator focuses engineering effort on supported platforms.

How do I cancel iQIYI?

Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled subscriptions. Subger's cancellation guide for iQIYI walks through each route step-by-step.

Does iQIYI offer a family or multi-user plan?

Family or multi-account structures depend on the tier. The Family VIP tier commonly adds multi-profile or multi-device support; the entry Standard VIP tier may restrict simultaneous usage. Confirm the per-tier seat limit on the live pricing page before committing to annual billing.

Is iQIYI worth it compared to anime & asian alternatives?

Value depends on three factors: the specific feature mix you'll use (see the features list above), the regional price after taxes (Subger's true-price tracker for iQIYI reconciles the headline price with the actual all-in renewal cost), and the credibility of the operator's 2025-2026 roadmap. Buyers should weigh these together rather than relying on headline price alone.

How can I track price changes for iQIYI?

Subger's renewal tracker for iQIYI records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discount codes and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with iQIYI

Confirm the current regional price on the operator's site (Standard VIP CNY 25/month; Gold VIP CNY 35/month; international iQIYI Lite USD 4.99/month outside China), choose the tier that matches your usage (Standard VIP, Gold VIP are the most common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for iQIYI for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

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