Max (HBO Max)
Max combines HBO's prestige series with Warner Bros. films, DC, Discovery reality TV and same-year theatrical releases.
- Brand
- Warner Bros. Discovery
- Category
- Streaming Services
- Released
- 2020
- Price
- $18.49
- VersusAnything Score
- 33/100
Key features
- HBO prestige catalogue
- Warner Bros. films after theatres
- DC and Discovery content
Best for viewers who want HBO quality and recent Warner Bros. movies.
Max specifications
| Ad-supported plan | Basic with ads, $10.99/month |
|---|---|
| Cheapest ad-free plan (USD/month) | $18.49 |
| Free trial | No free trial |
| Max resolution | 4K HDR (Ultimate plan) |
| Simultaneous streams (ad-free tier) | 2 |
| Offline downloads | Yes (Standard and Ultimate) |
| Library size (approx. US titles) | 3,000 |
| Flagship originals | The Last of Us, House of the Dragon, The White Lotus, Succession |
| Owned by | Warner Bros. Discovery |
Score breakdown
- Overall (100%)
Scored against every streaming service in our database using the streaming services weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- HBO prestige catalogue
- Warner Bros. films after theatres
- DC and Discovery content
Cons
- Weaker overall score (33/100 within streaming services)
Compare Max against
Alternatives to Max
- Netflix 47/100
- Disney+ 53/100
- Hulu 20/100
- Amazon Prime Video 87/100
- Apple TV+ 60/100
Sources
- Max: Warner Bros. Discovery official (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.