Are you planning to sign up for a new streaming service and are you still unsure about which one to purchase? iPhoned explains the biggest differences between HBO Max and Skyshowtime.
Which streaming service should I sign up for?
There are so many streaming services available these days that it can be hard to keep track. The choice largely depends on your personal preferences and needs, with price also being an important factor. Below we compare the most important differences between HBO Max and Skyshowtime.
What are the differences?
What offer is available?
Since June 11, the HBO Max app has been renewed. In addition to an extensive selection of series and films from HBO, Cartoon Network and Warner Bros., users can now also enjoy the content of Discovery+, including popular TV channels such as Discovery, TLC and ID.

Well-known programs from Discovery+, such as Ghost Adventures, Gold Rush and Hunting Atlantisare now also available on HBO Max. If you’re a fan of reality TV, HBO Max also offers a wide selection. From Sister Wives until Say Yes to the Dress and much more, there is something for everyone. Want to follow the Olympics closely? Good news! You can also watch the games on HBO Max.
Paramount, Dreamworks and many more
Skyshowtime is the streaming service of the large American media companies Paramount and Comcast. The service offers a wide collection of films, documentaries and series, from Universal, Paramount, Nickelodeon, DreamWorks Animation, Paramount+, Showtime, Sky Studios and Peacock, among others.

At Skyshowtime you can enjoy popular series such as Yellowjackets, Dexter and Fellow TravelersIn addition, the service offers the latest blockbusters, including Oppenheimer, Baywatch and Top Gun. Are you a fan of Dutch films? Then you are also in the right place at Skyshowtime, where you can watch films such as Men’s hearts, Banker of the Resistance and much more.
How much do I spend per month?
Previously, HBO Max had just one subscription option: Standard. However, three different plans have recently become available, with varying prices and features. The cheapest plan now also includes advertising. Here’s a breakdown of the available plans:
- Basic subscription: €5.99 per month, streaming on 2 devices simultaneously, Full HD video quality, with ads.
- Standard subscription: €9.99 per month, streaming on 2 devices simultaneously, Full HD video quality, 30 downloads.
- Premium subscription: €13.99 per month, streaming on 4 devices simultaneously, 4K UHD video quality, 100 downloads.
Watch extra cheaply with Skyshowtime
Skyshowtime offers two different subscription options: Standard Plus and Standard with advertising. With the Standard Plus subscription, you can enjoy an ad-free viewing experience and have the option to download titles so you can watch them without an internet connection.

However, with the Standard subscription with ads, you don’t get a download option, meaning you can only stream when you’re connected to the internet.
- Standard with advertising: €5.99 per month, streaming on 1 device at a time, Full HD video quality, with ads.
- Standard Plus: €8.99 per month. Stream on 2 devices simultaneously, Full HD video quality, download up to 30 titles.
Watch with a discount
Skyshowtime currently has a great offer where you can watch the first two months for just €2 per month. After this promotional period you will pay the regular rate of €8.99 per month. This offer is a convenient way to try out the service with a big discount.
Which of the two suits me?
The best choice of streaming service will of course depend on your personal preferences. If you are a fan of the Olympics and don’t want to miss anything, a subscription to HBO Max is a good option. This will keep you up to date with the latest news and developments surrounding the Games.
However, if you’re looking for popular hit series to binge and don’t want to spend a lot on a new subscription right away, the Skyshowtime deal is attractive. It allows you to explore the offering for just €4 for two months, giving you a great value introduction to their offering.
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