Spotify Raises Premium Subscription Prices in Australia

Spotify premium users in Australia will see higher subscription fees as the music streaming giant raises prices across all major plans. Customers were notified of the increase by email, with changes taking effect from the next billing cycle.

The Individual Premium Plan will rise from $13.99 to $15.99 per month, an additional $2. The Premium Duo Plan, designed for two users, will increase from $19.99 to $22.99. The Family Plan will see the sharpest rise, climbing from $23.99 to $27.99. Student accounts will also move from $8.99 to $9.99.

This is the second major price adjustment by Spotify in recent years. While the company has not issued a detailed public statement with the update, it has previously explained similar moves as necessary to invest in new features, secure music licensing agreements, and expand content offerings.

Industry analysts note that Spotify is not alone in raising rates. Streaming platforms worldwide, from music services to video-on-demand providers, have been steadily increasing fees in response to higher operating costs and demands for greater royalties from record labels and artists.

For Australian subscribers, the timing comes as households continue to face broader cost-of-living pressures. Once considered low-cost alternatives to traditional entertainment, subscription services are becoming more expensive, leading some users to weigh how many platforms they maintain.

Despite higher fees, Spotify remains the dominant music streaming service in Australia, offering millions of tracks, playlists, and podcasts. The company continues to report strong global growth, with premium subscriptions forming the bulk of its revenue.

Whether the latest increase will affect subscriber numbers in Australia is uncertain. Some users may consider downgrading or cancelling their accounts, while others may view the added costs as modest given the platform’s extensive library and features.

The new pricing will appear on Australian accounts in the coming weeks. Users are encouraged to check their billing statements to confirm when the changes take effect.