How Much Does YouTube Music Cost in the UK?
YouTube Music Premium costs £10.99 per month in the UK. The unique advantage is access to YouTube's vast catalogue of music videos, live performances, remixes, and covers that no other streaming service can match. According to Google, YouTube Music has over 80 million Premium subscribers globally.
| Plan | Monthly Cost | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Free | £0 | Ad-supported, no background play, no downloads |
| Individual | £10.99 | Ad-free, background play, downloads |
| Family | £17.99 | Up to 6 accounts |
| Student | £5.49 | Individual features, verified students |
YouTube Music is also included with YouTube Premium at £12.99/month, which adds ad-free YouTube video. If you watch YouTube regularly, the Premium upgrade is just £2/month more.
Compare all options on our UK Music subscriptions page.
Does YouTube Music Auto-Renew?
Yes, YouTube Music auto-renews monthly through Google Play. Check your subscription at music.youtube.com or Google Play > Subscriptions. No advance renewal warning is sent.
How to Cancel YouTube Music in the UK
- Go to YouTube paid memberships
- Click Manage Membership next to YouTube Music
- Select Deactivate or Cancel
- Confirm — your access continues until the end of your billing period
Cancel through iPhone Settings if you subscribed via Apple (note: Apple charges £13.99/month vs £10.99 direct).
See also our guides to Spotify UK subscription and Apple Music UK subscription.
Is YouTube Music Worth It in 2026?
YouTube Music's unique strength is its access to content that exists nowhere else — live performances, remixes, covers, unreleased tracks, and music videos from YouTube's massive catalogue.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Music videos, live performances, and covers included | Music discovery weaker than Spotify |
| Seamless upgrade to YouTube Premium (+£2/month) | Interface can be confusing (YouTube vs YouTube Music) |
| Smart downloads based on listening habits | Library management less intuitive |
| Free tier available with ads | Smaller curated playlist selection |
| Student plan at £5.49/month | More expensive via Apple App Store |
Spotify has better discovery and playlists. YouTube Music is best for users who value music videos and want to bundle with YouTube Premium for ad-free video viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does YouTube Music cost in the UK?
YouTube Music Premium costs £10.99/month. Family costs £17.99/month. Student costs £5.49/month. A free ad-supported tier is available without background play or downloads.
Is YouTube Music included with YouTube Premium?
Yes. YouTube Premium at £12.99/month includes YouTube Music Premium. If you already pay £10.99 for YouTube Music, upgrading to YouTube Premium adds ad-free YouTube video for just £2 more.
Is YouTube Music better than Spotify?
YouTube Music offers unique content (music videos, live performances, covers) that Spotify lacks. Spotify has superior discovery algorithms, social features, and a more polished interface. Choose YouTube Music if you value video content alongside audio.
How do I cancel YouTube Music?
Go to youtube.com/paid_memberships, click Manage, then Cancel. Your account reverts to the free tier. Cancel through iPhone Settings if you subscribed via Apple.
Does YouTube Music have a free tier?
Yes. YouTube Music's free tier includes ad-supported listening but no background play (music stops when you switch apps) and no offline downloads. The free tier works on mobile and desktop.