Streaming Value Calculator
Find out how much you actually pay per hour of content — and whether each subscription is worth keeping.
Cost per hour
$0.53
Good value
Monthly hours consumed
30 hrs
Annual subscription cost
$191.88
vs. cinema ($15 ticket/2hrs)
14.1× cheaper per hour
Updates instantly · formula shown below
How to use this streaming value calculator
- Enter monthly subscription cost.
- Estimate actual hours per day you use it — be honest.
- Set days per month you use the service.
- Under $0.50/hr is excellent. Over $2/hr means you may be paying for unused content.
Formula
Cost per hour = monthly cost ÷ (hours/day × days/month). Under $0.50/hr = excellent. Over $2/hr = under-used.
About the Streaming Value Calculator
The average US household spends $61/month on streaming but uses only ~60% of what they pay for. Netflix at $15.99 watched 30 min/day costs $1.07/hr — still cheaper than cinema, but knowing the number helps you decide which services to keep.
Frequently asked questions
+What cost per hour is worth it?
Under $0.25/hr is exceptional. $0.25–$1.00 is solid. Over $2/hr means you're not watching enough to justify the cost.
+What if I have multiple platforms?
Run each separately and add the totals. Many households spend $80–$150/month on streaming without realizing it.
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