Netflix has brought two new subscription plans to Africa that are aimed specifically at smartphones and other devices. The Netflix Mobile and Mobile+, are priced at UGX 8,700 and UGX 17,600 per month respectively equivalent where it has been launched in Africa so far.
Netflix is rolling out these packages starting with South African and roll-out to other countries later within the year. The Netflix Mobile plan offers one simultaneous stream and supports smartphones and tablets, and allows users to stream at a resolution of up to 480p.
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Netflix Mobile+ also supports up to 480p for streaming and allows users to watch on their laptop or desktop computer as well as smartphones phones and tablets. 480p is low resolution enough to ensure streaming is possible with low-speed networks.
The table below details the Netflix Mobile and Mobile+ packages, as outlined on the website.
| Netflix Mobile plans | Netflix Mobile | Netflix Mobile+ |
|---|---|---|
| Video Quality | Good | Good |
| Resolution | 480p | 480p |
| Watch on your TV | No | No |
| Watch on your smartphone or tablet | Yes | Yes |
| Watch on your laptop | No | Yes |
| Simultaneous streams | 1 | 1 |
| Price per month | UGX 8,700 | UGX 17,600 |
Cheaper streaming plans
The new plans are much cheaper than Netflix’s current three packages – Basic, Standard, and Premium. Netflix price plans, which are priced at the following monthly rates:
- Basic – UGX 30,000* ($7.99)
- Standard- UGX 37,000* ($9.99)
- Premium – UGX 45,000* ($11.99)
These are the supported streaming through a smart TV interface as well as higher video quality.
Netflix Mobile and Mobile+ have rolled out to a number of other countries, with Mobile+ first becoming available in India in July.
Speaking to India Today, Netflix said that it launched the Mobile Plan in the country to make it easier for anybody with a smartphone to sign up to the service.
“We want to see if members like the added choice this offer brings. We’ll only roll it out long-term if they do,” Netflix said.
It is unclear when Netflix Mobile and Mobile+ will launch in Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, and other African countries.
