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PS Plus price by country

As of July 12, 2026, PlayStation Plus is cheapest in South Africa, Japan, India, where the 12-month Premium plan costs roughly $79 — compared with about $160 in the United States.

Cheapest countries

  1. South Africa — R1,429 ≈ $79.39
  2. Japan — ¥13,900 ≈ $92.67
  3. India — ₹9,879 ≈ $114.87
  4. Indonesia — Rp1.990.000 ≈ $122.09
  5. Argentina — US$124.99 ≈ $124.99

Tap a column header to sort — the table starts with the cheapest countries first.

CountryEssentialExtraPremiumStore
South AfricaR749 ≈ $41.61R1,239 ≈ $68.83R1,429 ≈ $79.39Store ↗
Japan¥6,800 ≈ $45.33¥11,700 ≈ $78¥13,900 ≈ $92.67Store ↗
India₹5,139 ≈ $59.76₹8,709 ≈ $101.27₹9,879 ≈ $114.87Store ↗
IndonesiaRp1.010.000 ≈ $61.96Rp1.710.000 ≈ $104.91Rp1.990.000 ≈ $122.09Store ↗
ArgentinaUS$64.99 ≈ $64.99US$107.99 ≈ $107.99US$124.99 ≈ $124.99Store ↗
Saudi ArabiaUS$64.99 ≈ $64.99US$107.99 ≈ $107.99US$124.99 ≈ $124.99Store ↗
United Arab EmiratesUS$64.99 ≈ $64.99US$107.99 ≈ $107.99US$124.99 ≈ $124.99Store ↗
South Korea₩86,400 ≈ $64₩145,800 ≈ $108₩171,000 ≈ $126.67Store ↗
BrazilR$359,90 ≈ $66.65R$592,90 ≈ $109.8R$691,90 ≈ $128.13Store ↗
MalaysiaRM285 ≈ $64.77RM490 ≈ $111.36RM575 ≈ $130.68Store ↗
Thailand฿2,200 ≈ $66.67฿3,720 ≈ $112.73฿4,350 ≈ $131.82Store ↗
Turkey₺2.890 ≈ $72.25₺4.810 ≈ $120.25₺5.560 ≈ $139Store ↗
AustraliaA$102.95 ≈ $68.63A$187.95 ≈ $125.3A$214.95 ≈ $143.3Store ↗
United Kingdom£59.99 ≈ $76.79£99.99 ≈ $127.99£119.99 ≈ $153.59Store ↗
United States$79.99 ≈ $79.99$134.99 ≈ $134.99$159.99 ≈ $159.99Store ↗
CanadaC$109.99 ≈ $80.28C$189.99 ≈ $138.68C$224.99 ≈ $164.23Store ↗
Germany€71,99 ≈ $78.47€125,99 ≈ $137.33€151,99 ≈ $165.67Store ↗
France71,99€ ≈ $78.47125,99€ ≈ $137.33151,99€ ≈ $165.67Store ↗
Poland295 zł ≈ $79.73520 zł ≈ $140.54630 zł ≈ $170.27Store ↗
Vietnam (not verified)————
Philippines (not verified)————
Mexico (not verified)———Store ↗
Egypt (not verified)————
Nigeria (not verified)————
Ukraine (not verified)—₴2,149 ≈ $52.41—Store ↗

What it is

PlayStation Plus is Sony's subscription for PS5 and PS4, in three tiers: Essential (online multiplayer, monthly games, cloud saves, store discounts), Extra (adds a catalog of hundreds of PS4/PS5 games), and Premium (adds classic PS1/PS2/PSP games, PS3 cloud streaming and time-limited game trials).

How the tiers compare and why prices differ

Sony sets PS Plus prices per region using purchasing-power pricing, so the top tier can cost roughly twice as much in the priciest countries as in the cheapest — that's why “cheapest PS Plus country” is such a common search. The ranking shifts as regions get price hikes and exchange rates move (Turkey and Argentina, long the cheapest, both rose sharply in 2025-26), so sort the table above to see who's cheapest right now. One important caveat: in several regions — including India, Turkey, Brazil, South Africa, Argentina and much of Southeast Asia — the top tier is branded “Deluxe” and omits cloud streaming, so it's cheaper than full “Premium” and isn't a like-for-like comparison.

Extra vs Premium: Extra already includes the large game catalog most people want. Premium is only worth the difference if you specifically want the classic-games library, cloud streaming or game trials — for most players Extra is the sweet spot, and Essential is enough if you just need online play.

You can buy from a cheaper region by setting your account's store region and paying with that region's method or gift cards, but you generally can't move an existing wallet balance across regions, and it's subject to Sony's terms. We list the verified prices; whether to change region is your decision.

Frequently asked

Which country has the cheapest PlayStation Plus?
Sort the table above by price to see the current cheapest verified region — it shifts with regional hikes and exchange rates. Turkey and Argentina were long the cheapest but both rose sharply in 2025-26; several low-priced regions also use the “Deluxe” top tier, which omits cloud streaming.
What is the difference between PS Plus Essential, Extra and Premium?
Essential is online play, monthly games, cloud saves and discounts. Extra adds a catalog of hundreds of PS4 and PS5 games. Premium adds classic games, PS3 cloud streaming and game trials.
Is PS Plus Extra or Premium better value?
Extra covers the modern game catalog most people want. Premium only adds classics, streaming and trials, so it's worth the extra only if you specifically want those.
Can I buy PS Plus from another country?
You can set your account's store region and pay with that region's method or gift cards, but you generally can't move an existing wallet balance across regions, and it's subject to Sony's terms. We list prices only.
Do I need PS Plus to play online?
Yes for most online multiplayer on PS5 and PS4 (many free-to-play games are exempt). The Essential tier is enough for online play.
How often does the PS Plus price change?
Rarely — usually at most once a year, which is why these prices stay accurate for a long time.
Is the 12-month PS Plus plan cheaper than monthly?
Almost always — the annual plan has the lowest effective monthly cost. The prices in the table are the 12-month totals.
What is the USD price shown in the table?
An approximate conversion for comparison only. You pay in the local currency, and exchange rates shift over time.

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