All of you have encountered Netflix in one way or another. Even if you have never purchased a subscription, you are probably familiar with such series as “House of Cards”, “Lemony Snicket: 33 Misfortunes”, “The Umbrella Academy”, “Black Mirror”. These are all Netflix projects that you've seen or at least heard about from someone you know. But, despite the high popularity of this platform and the films and TV series that are released on it, until now it has been represented in Russia rather narrowly. That is, it was possible to subscribe to Netflix only in euros, and most of the content could be watched only without translation. But soon everything will change.
Netflix officially comes to Russia
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Netflix will officially launch in Russia in mid-October, Vedomosti writes, citing sources. Its development in the country will be carried out by the National Media Group holding, which manages the TV channels Ren-TV, Channel Five, SMS Media, Discovery, Viasat and Turner Media. It will be the only operator of the service in the Russian market due to legal restrictions that do not allow foreign companies to own more than 20% of the shares of media services operating in the country.
What can you watch with a subscription?
This video portal in America often replaces cable television because it often costs less. The series, beloved by American viewers, was also liked by foreigners. Before we find out how much Netflix costs, let's take a look at what subscriptions it offers to buy.
Basic – video is available in SD format, you can watch it on 1 device.
Standard – you can watch movies in HD and 4K quality, you can connect 2 gadgets at once.
Premium – the picture is shown in 4K, 4 devices can be connected simultaneously.
Which one to subscribe to depends on the user’s preferences. Each includes films in 11 different genres, TV series, shows and children's content.
When is the subscription fee charged?
Users can connect to Netflix services and pay with MasterCard or Visa credit or debit cards. The current subscription number is considered the daily reference point.
From the date of payment, the next date for withdrawing funds from the card will occur in 30 calendar days. Funds will be debited from the card every month until you unsubscribe. If the user cancels the subscription, then in the next month the money will not be withdrawn from the card balance.
Prices for Russia
When you get to the main page of the cinema, it is impossible to find the subscription section with prices. The only place where you can find price information is in the FAQ section. Such an opaque relationship with the user is not entirely clear. Let's see how much Netflix costs in different packages in the Russian Federation:
- Basic – 7.99 euros = 557 rubles;
- Standard – 9.99 euros = 696 rubles;
- Premium – 11.9 euros = 829 rubles.
Quite high prices compared to Russian media services. There was talk that the company planned to further increase tariffs, because there was demand for content in Russia. However, later they changed their minds. Prices for Russian viewers remained at the same level.
What is Netflix and how to connect it? Analogues in the CIS
Television has long gone into the background and is significantly inferior to Internet technologies that allow you to connect a 52-inch family friend to online services. Now the user himself chooses what to watch and when, rather than rushing from work to the start of his favorite movie or impatiently waiting through long advertising blocks. Considering such opportunities, experts say that the day is not far off when even television channels will completely switch to broadcasting via the Internet. Quite extensive prospects are opening up for online cinemas. One such portal is Netflix . In this article, we’ll figure out how the streaming service works, how to connect it, how much a subscription costs, and what alternatives to Netflix exist.
Pros of the Netflix video streaming service
Now Netflix gives its customers access to a huge number of films and TV series. But Netflix is not only a video platform, but also a company that is directly involved in the creation of new film materials. TV series appear on the site in excellent quality with dubbing and subtitles in several languages.
Online cinema administrators post TV series not one episode at a time, but entire seasons for the convenience of users. This means that the viewer does not have to wait weeks for the release of a new episode. Since even the most interesting series loses its fans due to long waits. If you have the opportunity to watch episode after episode and completely immerse yourself in the atmosphere and plot, this is a “serial binge” that only fuels interest.
Netflix resources determine the interests of each client and offer exactly what the viewer will be interested in watching. Cinematch recommendation system is responsible for these functions . The development of this system was carried out by Netflix technical staff. The system does not advertise certain video materials, but produces video content selected in accordance with complex algorithms.
Another significant advantage of Netflix is the application’s compatibility with many devices:
• Android devices;
• iOS
•Windows
• Smart TV of all models.
That is, by purchasing a subscription, you can watch your favorite movies and TV series on all your gadgets. The Netflix website is available on browsers with OS X and Windows operating systems, in which watching movies is no less convenient. Moreover, the application can even be installed on Xbox and PlayStation. You can watch your favorite series from any device and from anywhere in the world where there is Internet access.
The main advantage of the Netflix online cinema is the quality of the content. On the site you can watch the most iconic TV series such as “Stranger Things”, “House of Cards”, “Sex Education”, “The Crown”. These multi-part films have already been watched by millions of viewers.
And most importantly, the video content presented on the site is absolutely legal. Moreover, access to the entire site database opens immediately after subscribing. Now there is no need to look for films of dubious quality on pirate sites, waste time watching “tons” of advertising before watching the next episode, and even with disgusting voice acting. A subscription allows you to have hundreds of cult TV series and films at your disposal.
How much does a Netflix subscription cost?
How much does a monthly subscription to Netflix cost? It all depends on the chosen tariff plan, but the cost of connecting to a file cabinet is not very expensive. Conditions and tariffs can be found on the official website upon registration. Prices are presented in euros, and the first test month is free.
The cheapest basic plan assumes SD video quality and can only be accessed on one device. The price of this package is 7.99 euros per month .
The standard service package allows you to connect two gadgets and the video will be played in HD quality. In this case, the subscription can be used by two people, and the subscription will cost 9.99 euros .
There is also a premium plan costing 11.99 euros . When you activate this package, you can connect four devices with Ultra HD video quality. In this case, the service can be used by five people at the same time. This tariff is the most popular as it can be shared with friends. In this case, a monthly connection will cost only 2.4 euros per person. To subscribe, just take a few steps:
1. Install the Netflix application on your smartphone or go to the official website from your computer.
2. Click “Subscribe for free month.” This service will allow you to get acquainted with the site's capabilities for free.
3. Next, you should familiarize yourself with the tariff plans in the corresponding tab. Select the appropriate tariff and click “Continue”.
4. Create an account and confirm it via email.
5. Select a payment method convenient for the client and enter payment details (PayPal or bank card).
6. Finally, click the “Start subscription” button, which will activate the subscription.
Why Netflix and what other analogues and competitors can you choose?
First of all, Netflix is a convenient resource. The user is not tied to the program guide. The video content of the resource is unique and there is no point in comparing it with television. The service contains materials of an entertainment nature only. There is no news here. In order to keep abreast of world events, it is better to actually turn on the TV or use the appropriate resources. In addition to series and feature films, the site presents documentaries, biographical materials and programs about nature. Many clients prefer this particular niche of video content on the Netflix portal.
If Netflix doesn’t make you want to subscribe, then let’s see what other companies are worthy of attention. The list will include both online cinemas (legal only) and streaming services. We tried to add only those options where there is a Russian language.
IVI.RU One of the largest online cinemas in the post-Soviet space. The site has free and paid films, as well as a monthly subscription costing about $3.5. Lately, Evie has been trying to produce her own content, similar to Netflix.
Kinopoisk HD is an online cinema from a well-known website about cinema. The operating principle is similar to most online cinemas in the CIS countries. There is also a subscription where you can watch many TV series and films, and there is a paid movie. Bonus: subscription to Yandex.Music and 10% discount on Yandex.Taxi. The price is about $2.6 per month and the first month is free.
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Cost for other countries
The most expensive plans were for Netflix media content in Switzerland, Denmark, and Norway. There, a subscription to the cheapest package costs from 9.43 to 10.8 euros, that is, translated into Russian rubles 657-752 rubles.
The cheapest tariffs were found in Colombia, Brazil, Mexico, Türkiye, and Chile. In these countries, the basic package costs 191-210 rubles. Based on calculations of how much a Netflix subscription costs, it's nice to know that Russians are considered a very wealthy people. It should be taken into account that the translation into Russian on the service is not yet good enough compared to other countries and languages.
In the US, where the video portal is considered commonplace, Netflix has raised prices. Content is now streaming to Americans for $8.99 (approximately €8.1) for the basic package, $12.99 (11.8 €) for standard and $15.99 (14.6 €) for premium.
What's interesting on Netflix?
One of the most striking differences between Neflifx and other companies is that it itself creates many of the series that are broadcast on its platform. This is a full-fledged conveyor belt in the film industry, capable of simultaneously creating not ordinary TV series, but Oscar-winning films. More than a dozen films were released that were nominated for the main film award. The best foreign TV series that many people talk about can be watched on Netflix. Therefore, the cost of a Netflix subscription is slightly higher than other services.
Previously, Russians had to pay extra for showing films that were rented on Netflix on domestic platforms. At the same time, the video service kept most of the money for itself. Now viewers have the opportunity to see a film from the creators without having to pay rent. In addition to its own films, Netflix also streams films from other studios.
The company was unable to pass the Russian borders without consequences. At Netflix, the creators had to add “our” content - these are the conditions of domestic filmmakers. Therefore, the viewer will have the opportunity to watch Russian news.
Should Russians pay for a subscription?
Some enterprising Russians manage to watch Netflix videos at cheap rates. Simply install any VPN, change the country, for example, to Turkey, and create a new account on Turkish Netflix. Then they pay for the viewing with a VISA or Mastercard and turn off the VPN. This is possible, of course, but this is a violation of the user agreement. It is difficult to say how much the company's lawyers will demand if the fraud comes to light.
If you use a Russian service, the costs are quite significant. However, you can always count on a promotion. For example, now you can take advantage of promotions: a year, three months or one month of free viewing as a gift or a 20% discount on films.
How to sign up for a Netflix trial
Since 2021, Netflix has become available to Russian viewers. Hundreds of the world's most popular TV series can now be watched immediately after the date of their publication on the service. Users will have access to thousands of the best foreign films and TV series: “Stranger Things”, “The Queen’s Walk”, “The Umbrella Academy”, “Money Heist” and others. The video service has been around for many years. In Russia, it was possible to purchase a subscription from 2021. But there was no dubbing in Russian due to fear of competition for similar services in the country.
It is now possible to purchase a trial version of the Netflix movie service for 30 days for free. But there is a need to link the means of payment for the next period.
- Go to the Netflix website at https://www.netflix.com/ru/;
- Enter your email address in the blank line;
- Click the red button “Get 30 days free”;
- If you are visiting the site for the first time and have never ordered the company’s services before, you will only have to choose a plan from those offered.
Follow the instructions of the service and connect the payment method. In just a few minutes you can open the application on your TV or smartphone and start watching interesting films. Content can be downloaded to the device’s memory for viewing at a more convenient time and without connecting to the network. There are also a variety of documentaries and children's content available on the platform.
