Apple Music price hike in India: New subscription prices compared
Apple has increased subscription prices for Apple Music in India across all tiers, marking the second such hike in the region. The new pricing aligns Apple Music's individual plan with Spotify's current rates.
Why it matters
Price adjustments by major streaming services reflect shifting market strategies and the rising cost of digital content consumption in emerging markets.
Apple Music used to be one of the most affordable music subscriptions in India, making it a fan favorite among users. It also offered superior audio quality compared to popular alternatives like Spotify, which was a double win. However, Apple has now increased the prices of all subscription tiers, bringing its base plan in line with Spotify?s pricing.This is Apple's second-largest price hike after raising MacBook and iPad prices in June 2026. In this article, you will find the updated pricing for all Apple Music subscription tiers and how they compare with those of other platforms.Apple Music price now costs the same as SpotifyThe Apple Music app on Android (Image via Apple || Google)On July 18, 2026, Apple announced a price hike for all Apple Music subscription tiers, which now start at ?139/month.
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