Ludicrous Plex lifetime pass increase to $749.99 is too expensive for watching your owned media
Plex has announced a significant price increase for its Lifetime Plex Pass, raising it from $249.99 to $749.99. This 200% hike has raised concerns among users who rely on the platform for streaming their owned media. While existing Lifetime Pass holders will not be affected, the new pricing may drive potential customers to consider alternative services.
- ▪Plex has tripled the price of its Lifetime Plex Pass to $749.99.
- ▪The price increase will take effect on July 1, 2026, giving users until then to purchase at the current price.
- ▪Existing Lifetime Plex Pass holders will not face any additional charges.
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News Ludicrous Plex lifetime pass increase to $749.99 is too expensive for watching your owned media Malcolm Owen 0 e-mail BlueSky Mastodon X Facebook Reddit Tue May 19 2026, 10:40 AM EDT · 2 minute read Plex has tripled the price of its lifetime pass to $749.99 The self-hosted movie and TV show streaming platform Plex has jacked up the cost of its lifetime pass 200% to $749.99. It's an insane move that will make users think twice about using the app. For years, people with extensive digital home libraries of content have relied on Plex to create their own private in-house Netflix. However, after a change to how it is priced, some users may decide to look elsewhere.
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