Large operators such as Movistar or Vodafone are increasing the prices of their tariffs in 2024, as announced by the companies themselves. This increase in costs does not mean an improvement in performance or quality of service, but they will charge their customers approximately 4.3 euros more on average.According to the Consumer Organization (OCU). Currently the ‘low-cost’ operators in the market (such as Finetwork, Lowi, Simyo, O2, Jazztel or Digi) appear to have moved away from this strategy and are not announcing price increases, some even announcing discounts on this occasion. between black friday. Orange also did not inform its customers about the price increase in its services, but it should be taken into account that the French company moved away from its two major competitors in 2023 and did not increase its rates at the beginning of the year. but it did so in March, two months after new prices on the other two majors took effect. MásMóvil also did not announce price updates.
From January 1, Vodafone customers will see a further increase in their bills by between 0.70 and 4.30 euros, depending on the tariff they have agreed upon.. The only rates that will not increase will be social rates. Mobile tariffs (unlimited calls and 50 GB) of mobile lines such as yu will increase by 20 kuruş. The most complete plan, which includes gigabytes and unlimited calls, will be 1.60 euros more expensive and will cost 37.20 euros per month. The Vodafone One Unlimited plan will be the most expensive plan, its price will increase by 4.30 euros and will cost 101.50 euros. The operator points out that high inflation, as well as increases in the costs of energy, services or other suppliers, also affect their business. The company also points out the major investments needed to increase the spread of 5G.
Movistar also points to price increases that are not associated with improvements in service or new products.. From next January 15, Movistar customers will pay two euros more for fiber-only or mobile-only tariffs. The cheapest mobile tariff will cost 16.95 euros per month, including 8 gigabytes and unlimited calls. The most complete mobile fare with gigabytes and unlimited calls now costs 43.95 euros compared to 41.95 euros. Fiber-only tariffs will increase by two euros, with the cheapest tariff, 300 Mbps, costing 31.90 euros per month and the most expensive, 1Gbps, costing 45.90 euros.
Changes to platform fees streaming
Regarding your services streaming The panorama of cost increases on platforms to watch TV series, movies and documentaries varies. The best-known ones haven’t announced major price increases in 2024However, they made changes to their new year plans in the last months of 2023.
Movistar Plus, Movistar’s streaming service, It is also increasing the price for its users, which will increase from 11 euros to 12 euros in 2024. Although leading streaming platform Netflix removed its basic ad-free plan last October, it will not change its prices for next year. The rates that can be contracted since this change and will be maintained in the new year are as follows:
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Basic plan with ads (5.49 euros per month)
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Standard plan without ads (12.99 euros per month)
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Bonus Plan (17.99 Euro per month)
Disney Plus platform rose to prominence in November and has already increased its ratesTherefore, it is not expected to make any changes in 2024. 2024 plans are as follows:
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Standard with ads (5.99 euros per month)
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Ad-free standard (8.99 euros per month)
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Premium (11.99 euros per month)
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Standard annual plan (89.90 euros per month)
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Premium annual plan (119.90 euros per month)
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HBO Max also did not announce any new price increases. The platform installed them in June 2023, and its monthly subscription increased from 8.99 euros to 9.99 euros. Apple TV is also not expected to increase its prices because it had already increased it in 2023 and its monthly cost was already 9.99 euros. The Spanish film will move away from major platforms and continue its monthly subscription at 7.99 euros in 2024. In Amazon Prime, it was announced that ads are planned to be included in the platform starting from 2024 and said: Although the rates are not specified, they will have to pay more to avoid ads.
For sports lovers, The increase announced by the platform streaming DAZN in 2024 is one of the most aggressive. The platform broadcasts LaLiga and English Premier League football competitions, as well as women’s football, as well as competitions such as Formula 1 and MotoGP. From next January 26, annual subscription rates for the basic format (covering all content outside the Spanish football league) will be updated and will cost 239.99 euros, down from 149.99 euros so far; This monthly subscription costs from 19.99 to 29.99 euros. For packages that include all content (including five LaLiga matches on 35 of 38 match days) the cost rises from €299.99 to €349.99. The price increase for customers with a monthly subscription in the full format will come in March and they will pay 29.99 euros to 39.99 euros.