discovery+ Raises Prices to $6.99 and $11.99: What Changes and What DIRECTV Customers Can Do
discovery+ is raising prices on both of its plans. As of October 13, 2026, discoveryplus.com lists the ad-supported plan at $6.99 a month (up $1) and the ad-free plan at $11.99 a month (up $2). New subscribers pay the higher prices now. Current members receive 30 days' notice. Published reports say the new rate will appear on billing statements on or after November 12, 2026.
Here are the old and new prices, what discovery+ includes, and whether DIRECTV customers need it at all.
discovery+ prices: old vs. new
| Plan | Before | Now (as of Oct 13, 2026) | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| discovery+ (with ads) | $5.99/month | $6.99/month | $83.88 |
| discovery+ (Ad-Free) | $9.99/month | $11.99/month | $143.88 |
Both plans include a 7-day free trial for eligible new subscribers and support up to four streams at once.
What discovery+ includes
discovery+ streams shows from Discovery, HGTV, Food Network, TLC, Investigation Discovery, Animal Planet and Magnolia Network, plus some streaming-only originals. Many of the same shows are also on HBO Max, and both services add current-season episodes the day after they air on cable.
Already on DIRECTV? Check what you already have
| Network | DIRECTV channel |
|---|---|
| Discovery | 278 |
| Animal Planet | 282 |
| HGTV | 229 |
| Food Network | 231 |
If you watch these shows live or record them on your DVR, you may not need discovery+. It mostly makes sense if you want the full back catalog on demand, ad-free viewing, or the streaming-only originals. See what channel Discovery is on DIRECTV, HGTV on DIRECTV and Food Network on DIRECTV.
Keep it, switch, or cancel?
- Keep discovery+ if you binge older seasons of home, food or true-crime shows.
- Use HBO Max if you already pay for it, because many popular discovery+ shows stream there too.
- Use your DIRECTV channels and DVR if you mostly watch new episodes.
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery are now both under Skydance, and the company hasn't said what will happen to discovery+ in the long run. We covered an earlier increase in Discovery Plus is raising its prices. Want to see which DIRECTV package includes these channels at your address? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
How much is discovery+ now?
As of October 13, 2026, discovery+ costs $6.99 a month with ads and $11.99 a month ad-free.
When do current discovery+ subscribers pay more?
Published reports say existing subscribers receive 30 days' notice, with the higher price appearing on bills on or after November 12, 2026.
What channel is Discovery on DIRECTV?
Discovery is DIRECTV channel 278. HGTV is 229 and Food Network is 231.
Are discovery+ shows on HBO Max?
Many of the most popular ones are, but not the full discovery+ library.
Questions about channels or packages at your address? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 13, 2026. discovery+ prices are from discoveryplus.com as of October 13, 2026. Channel lineups, regional networks and package availability vary by address and may change. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site; all marks belong to their respective owners.