Want to Remove Ads on YouTube? It May Get Cheaper Soon
Want to Remove Ads on YouTube? It May Get Cheaper Soon
YouTube Premium comes with a slew of features to choose from. Unfortunately, many individuals are simply looking for a legal and ethical solution to remove advertisements while still supporting the creators they admire and rely upon. YouTube is already testing a “Premium Light” subscription that will allow users to do just that.
What is YouTube Premium Lite?
YouTube Premium subscriptions are currently available for $11.99 per month once the free trial period has expired. On mobile devices, it offers ad elimination as well as YouTube Music Premium, video downloads for offline watching and background playback. Among the changes, a Resetera user noticed that the new Premium Light tier eliminates everything except ad removal and lowers the price to €6.99 ($8.32).
Unfortunately, YouTube is only testing the new subscription model in a few chosen European countries at this time. It was first reported in the Netherlands, Finland, and Sweden, according to the initial report. In a later statement, YouTube confirmed to The Verge that it is testing the new plan in the countries of Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, and Norway at this time.
Because the language on the Premium Lite page is nearly identical to the language on the full YouTube Premium website, it appears that the subscription will provide the same ad-free experience as the more expensive plan. “Ad-free YouTube” is mentioned in both places, “on your mobile device, desktop computer, or equipped TV.”
As of now, there are no specifics on when the game might be released in other regions of the world by the developer. If it is effective for YouTube in the test regions, it is possible that we will be able to unlock an ad-free YouTube experience for a cheaper fee at a later date.
Is YouTube Premium Lite a Good Deal?
When it comes to the value argument, a Netflix Basic plan in the United States costs $8.99 per month, making YouTube Premium Lite's test pricing of roughly $8 competitive (assuming it launches for that amount). Hulu's ad-free subscription, which costs $11.99 per month, is comparable to the full YouTube Premium price, putting Premium Light in a competitive price range. With HBO Max, you can watch new releases for $14.99 a month without being bothered by advertisements.
A basic subscription to a single channel on Twitch will cost you $4.99 per month, including taxes. The fact that you get ad-free viewing on one channel makes it very appealing from a value standpoint, and getting the same experience throughout the remainder of YouTube for a small premium makes a lot of sense.
It all boils down to how much YouTube you want to watch on a daily basis. If you find yourself spending a significant amount of time watching videos on Google's site, the Lite membership is reasonably priced when compared to other ad-free solutions available.
