How Much Does Tidal Cost in the UK?
Tidal costs £10.99 per month for the Individual plan, matching Spotify and Apple Music. Tidal differentiates through higher artist payouts and hi-fi audio quality. According to Tidal, the platform pays artists 2-3x more per stream than competitors, appealing to music fans who want to support creators directly.
| Plan | Monthly Cost | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | £10.99 | HiFi audio, 100M+ tracks, offline downloads |
| Family | £16.99 | Up to 6 accounts |
| Student | £5.49 | Individual features at 50% off |
All Tidal plans now include HiFi (lossless) and Max (hi-res) audio quality. The platform also offers Dolby Atmos tracks and Sony 360 Reality Audio for spatial listening experiences.
Compare all options on our UK Music subscriptions page.
Does Tidal Auto-Renew?
Yes, Tidal auto-renews monthly. Your payment method is charged on the same date each month. No advance renewal warning is sent. Check your subscription at tidal.com/account.
How to Cancel Tidal in the UK
- Go to tidal.com and sign in
- Click your profile > Subscription
- Select Cancel Subscription
- Confirm cancellation
Your access continues until the end of your billing period. If subscribed via Apple/Google, cancel through those platforms.
See also our guides to Spotify UK subscription and Apple Music UK subscription.
Is Tidal Worth It in 2026?
Tidal is the best choice for audiophiles and artists' rights advocates. The audio quality matches or exceeds competitors, and artists receive higher per-stream payouts.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| HiFi and hi-res audio included on all plans | Smaller user base = weaker social features |
| Artists paid 2-3x more per stream | Music discovery less refined than Spotify |
| Dolby Atmos and 360 Reality Audio | Fewer podcast and audiobook features |
| Strong hip-hop and R&B catalogue | Interface less intuitive than competitors |
| Direct artist payouts transparency | Smaller market share means less cultural momentum |
Spotify wins on discovery and social features. Apple Music wins on ecosystem integration. Tidal wins on artist support and audiophile-grade audio quality.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tidal cost in the UK?
Tidal Individual costs £10.99/month. Family costs £16.99/month for up to 6 accounts. Student costs £5.49/month. All plans include HiFi and hi-res lossless audio quality.
Is Tidal better quality than Spotify?
Tidal offers hi-res audio up to 9,216 kbps (MQA/FLAC), compared to Spotify's lossless at CD quality. For most listeners on standard headphones, the difference is negligible. Audiophiles with high-end equipment may notice Tidal's advantage.
Does Tidal pay artists more?
Yes. Tidal pays artists approximately 2-3x more per stream than Spotify. Tidal uses a user-centric payment model where your subscription fee goes directly to the artists you listen to, rather than being pooled.
How do I cancel Tidal?
Go to tidal.com > Profile > Subscription > Cancel. Your access continues until the end of your billing period. Cancel through Apple/Google if you subscribed there. Use Prunely to set a reminder.
Does Tidal have a free tier?
Tidal previously offered a free tier but discontinued it. All plans are paid. A free trial is available for new subscribers. If you want free music streaming, Spotify offers an ad-supported free tier.