Crunchyroll reveals a price increase, resulting in a higher cost for your daily anime enjoyment.

      The anime streaming service is increasing subscription prices for all tiers in the US.

      Crunchyroll is joining the trend of rising streaming costs, as anime enthusiasts are set to feel the impact. Over the past year, the phenomenon termed “streamflation” has escalated, with several major platforms raising their subscription charges. Crunchyroll has now announced its price hike, indicating that your regular dose of anime will soon be more expensive.

      In a recent blog entry, Crunchyroll stated that it will elevate subscription fees across all tiers in the US. The basic Fan tier will rise from $7.99 to $9.99 per month, while the Mega Fan and Ultimate Fan tiers will increase from $11.99 and $15.99 to $13.99 and $17.99 per month, respectively.

      In conjunction with the price increase, Crunchyroll is enhancing the benefits of its base plan. Subscribers to the Fan tier will now have the ability to download shows for offline viewing on one device, a feature that was previously only available to higher-tier subscriptions. Additionally, the company has launched a special limited-time annual offer for the Fan tier at $66.99, which effectively reduces the monthly cost to $5.58 for those who pay upfront.

      Here’s when the price increase begins

      The new pricing will be implemented for existing US subscribers starting February 2, with the increased rates taking effect from the next billing cycle after March 4. New subscribers will see the new prices immediately. This is the first price increase for the Fan tier subscription in the US since 2019, although the Mega Fan and Ultimate Fan tiers faced increases more recently in 2024.

      While the price hike from Crunchyroll might appear minimal, it could still impact viewers managing multiple streaming subscriptions. As expenses accumulate across various platforms, even small increases can significantly affect budgets over time.

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