Five years ago, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu with Live TV would cost you around $56 a month. Not bad! Today, the exact services will run you over $106. How’s that for outrageous?

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I think we’re all wondering the same thing. Am I really saving any money since I ditched cable for streaming? And about those commercials … they’ve come to streaming, too.

Just this week, Disney+ and Hulu said that come October, prices will increase. Ad-free Disney+ is going from $11 to $14 — ad-free Hulu from $14 to $18. You could pay less to watch some ads, but … they’re annoying.

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We’ve come a long way from the days of visiting Blockbuster Video on a Friday night to find a few movies to pass the weekend. These days, you don’t have to get off the couch to rent the latest Hollywood smash hit.

Now, you just fire up the smart TV and connect to your favorite streaming service to have fantastic content at your fingertips. Giants like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Max, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+ and Paramount+ have emerged as dominant players, offering a vast array of movies, TV shows and original content.

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Wouldn’t it be great if all your favorite shows and movies were on the same platform? Sadly, all the good stuff is scattered across different apps, including Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and HBO Max. If you’re juggling multiple subscriptions, these streaming services can burn a massive hole in your wallet.

You may have even signed up for services you don’t watch but still pay for. Let’s look at the top streaming service costs and give you some options to reduce your monthly bills.

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Don’t shoot the messenger! Paying more for what you watch is something no one wants to do. The good news is it might help make the content you actually want to watch more widely available.

Keep reading for details on streaming services that might be changing soon.

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Before you sign up for a service or create a website account, there are usually pages and pages of terms of service, end-user license agreements and privacy policies to go through. Very few people take the time to read through it all. Tap or click here to quickly scan terms of service for the most data-hungry apps.

The terms and conditions are usually generic and while the language is different for each app or service, the overall message is the same. Interestingly, several websites and YouTube channels go over each painstaking line and explain it in layperson’s terms.

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It happens so often that by now, you shouldn’t be shocked when a streaming service announces a price increase. ESPN+ recently said monthly subscription fees would go up by nearly 43% in August.

Streaming giant Netflix announced a price hike in March. That resulted in a loss of almost a million subscribers between April and July this year. In addition, over the last few months, Hulu, HBO Max and Spotify raised their monthly subscription fees.

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It seems like every week, we hear about an awesome new show to watch. But when you’re swept away by a tsunami of eye-catching titles, it’s easy to fall behind the crowd. Tap or click here for an easy way to find great streaming content.

It can be super annoying to fall in love with a show right as the buzz is dying down. When that happens, you have no one to share your excitement or theories with!

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If you’re ready to drop cable and fully embrace streaming services, look no further. We’re here to help you find the best streaming service for your needs. Whether you’re looking at Netflix, Hulu or HBO Max, you’ve got a lot of research to do.

For example, if you have little ones in the home, you may want a service like Disney+, which is stacked with shows for kids. Maybe you’re looking to save a few bucks, so you want a free service like Crackle. Tap or click here to find out which streaming service is best for you.

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Cyber Monday is a great day for discounts on all things tech, but the savings aren’t just for physical goods. You can actually find competitive deals on software, streaming services and digital downloads if you know what to watch for.

Want a head start on your Cyber Monday shopping? Tap or click here to see some of our favorite picks you can buy right now.

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When it comes to Apple’s own digital ecosystem it can be tough to find out how to access the content you want: Is it on the App Store? The iTunes Store? Through Apple TV+? We’re here to cut through the confusion and explain how Apple TVs work.

Apple TVs can be especially confusing at a glance. Tap or click here for 12 Apple TV tips and tricks to get started.

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Looking for something new to watch? Thankfully, it’s easier than ever to do with so many streaming services and options available. There’s only one catch: Those of us that want it all have to pay out the ear for it.

Because of exclusive content and streaming rights, cord-cutters end up paying close to what a full-fledged cable subscription costs just to get all the best streaming services. But if you play your cards right, you don’t have to break the bank. Tap or click here to see the best streaming options for any budget.

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The 2020 movie season has been a surreal, strange test in how to navigate releasing new blockbusters in the middle of a worldwide pandemic. This is the first time studios have had to contend with self-distancing rules, quarantine closings and theater shutdowns across the nation.

To help temper the COVID-19 storm, some film studios and theaters have gotten innovative about new movie releases. Some of the blockbuster films that were slated for release this summer were held back, and others have been pivoted to at-home premieres instead. Looking for a good movie at home? Tap or click here for the 10 best sites that offer movies for free.

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Christmas is around the corner and our favorite streaming services are offering exclusive holiday movies and specials. Tap or click here for your 2019 Hallmark Channel Christmas movie checklist.

While Hallmark, Lifetime and The Family Channel may be your usual go-tos during the holiday season, you might want to change things up a bit this year. With so many streaming services to choose from, you’re bound to find a few favorites, and you might just unearth some new hidden gems as well.

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Once the king of streaming services, Netflix’s dominance is slipping away. A new streaming service will be online soon and it’s taking away one of Netflix’s most popular shows.

AT&T-owned WarnerMedia had already announced it was starting its own service, but this week it told us its name and the content it will be offering. And it’s not looking good for Netflix.

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