It is no longer news that Netflix is one of the biggest entertainment platforms existing in the world today. Many people all around the world subscribe to Netflix to enjoy movies in their spare time. There are several subscription plans on Netflix so it is important to discover these before subscribing.
Recently, Netflix Nigeria was born opening up to Nigerians a new world of entertainment. In this post, we will discuss the different Netflix subscription prices in Nigeria. Let’s get to it without further ado.
Prices of Netflix Subscription in Nigeria
Outside the country, Netflix presents its customers with standard subscription prices in three plans. The company has adopted the same pattern for its subscribers in Nigeria. The cost of the subscription is in US Dollars.
Usually, we would have converted the cost to Naira but the current exchange rates are dwindling. As a result, we will leave it in dollars for clarity’s sake. With this information out of the way, let’s look at the different Netflix subscription packages and their prices in Nigeria.
Price of the Basic Netflix Subscription Plan
As the name “Basic” suggests, this is the most affordable Netflix plan you can access in Nigeria. Since it is basic, you can expect that it has the least features of all the subscription plans. This plan currently costs approximately $9.00 per month.
If we were to make use of the current official exchange rate of N380, it would cost N3420. However, if we are to make use of the Parallel Market rate of N482, it would cost N4338. One question that comes to mind after knowing the cost is, “what do you gain from this subscription?”
Here’s what you will enjoy when you subscribe to Netflix Basic Plan in Nigeria:
- It can only be used on one screen at a time. This is highly advantageous when you use your Netflix account alone.
- Video resolution is restricted to just Standard Definition, popularly known as SD. This is the predecessor of HD picture quality.
In the end, it isn’t so bad if you are okay with the conditions prescribed above. It is a fair experience especially when you consider how much it costs.
Price of Standard Netflix Subscription in Nigeria
This subscription plan is just a little higher than the Basic plan so it costs a little more. The Standard Subscriptions costs $13.00. If you convert this to Naira based on the official exchange rate used above, it is about N4940. On the other hand, if you make use of the Parallel Market rate, it will cost N6266.
There are a few advantages of the Standard subscription plan over the Basic plan. The first advantage is that you can use this subscription plan on two screens at the same time. Another benefit of this plan is that you will enjoy HD viewing.
This plan is perfect for two individuals who may want to watch different things at the same time on different screens. Also, it is great for a single individual who cannot stomach watching movies in SD picture quality.
Price of Premium Netflix Subscription in Nigeria
Just as the name implies, the Premium subscription plan is the most expensive of the three. It also presents subscribers with the most features. For most people, this is the plan to be on if you truly want to enjoy all that Netflix has to offer.
The Premium subscription plan costs $16.00. Converting this to Naira using the official rate, it will cost N6080. However, when we make use of the rate on the Parallel Market, it costs N7712. The question is, “why would you go for the Premium Subscription plan?”
First of all, this plan is perfect if you have more than 2 users linked to the account. It is perfect for friends or a family. The Premium plan allows 4 users to make use of the account on different screens simultaneously.
It is not just about the number of users, it is also about the quality of the pictures you enjoy. If you are a lover of very high-quality pictures, then you should go for the Premium subscription plan. This plan presents you both 4K Ultra HD and regular HD views. When you consider the price, it is worth every Naira spent.
Paying For Your Netflix Subscription Plan in Nigeria
Now that you know the different subscription plans and their costs, you should learn how to pay for them. Paying for your Netflix subscription plan in Nigeria is pretty easy. You can make payment using either Visa Card or MasterCard. Asides from these cards, you can also make use of a PayPal account, if you have one.
Here’s some good news for you. If you are subscribing to Netflix for the first time, you will enjoy your first month free. This is the trial period after which you can decide if you want to continue with Netflix or not. However, you cannot enjoy the one-month free trial period without first registering. To register your account, you will need to provide your preferred payment method.
Will Netflix Work on Slow Internet Connection?
This is the final question we will answer in this post. One problem Nigerians face is that their internet connection is quite slow. Most ISPs provide poor internet speeds and, in most cases, they tether the internet connection speed.
So would Netflix work on such poor internet speeds? Netflix has provided a recommendation speed for downloading and playing TV shows and movies. We have listed them below:
- 0 megabits per second – for SD quality
- 5 megabits per second – broadband connection speed
- 5 megabits per second – required broadband connection speed
Usually, a slow internet connection will cause regular streaming services to buffer. The case is different with Netflix as its platform is designed to determine connection speeds. This way, you can get the best quality of streaming based on your internet speed. So the answer to the question is, YES, Netflix will work with a slow internet connection.