Broadband with OTT Apps: Is a Bundle Worth It?
Separate streaming subscriptions add up fast. Here is how to work out whether a broadband plan with bundled OTT apps saves you money.
Most families now pay for more than one streaming app — one for cricket, one for a favourite series, one the kids insist on. A broadband plan that bundles OTT apps promises to simplify that. Is it worth it?
List what you already pay for
Open your phone's subscriptions page and your card statements. Write down every OTT app you pay for, the price and the renewal cycle. Many people are surprised to find two or three forgotten subscriptions.
Compare against bundled plans
A bundled plan typically costs a little more than an internet-only plan of the same speed. Subtract the internet-only price from the bundle price — that difference is what you are really paying for the apps. If it is less than your current OTT spend, the bundle wins.
Look beyond the price
- One renewal date instead of several scattered across the month
- One bill for internet and entertainment
- Access to apps you might not buy separately, such as regional or devotional platforms the elders at home enjoy
Check the fine print
Bundled subscriptions are usually linked to your registered mobile number. Some apps include a "lite" tier with ads or fewer screens. Read the plan details so you know what each app includes.
When a bundle is not for you
If you only watch one service and never plan to try others, an internet-only plan plus that one subscription may cost less. You can always upgrade to a bundle later.
The bottom line
For most multi-app households, a broadband plan with OTT apps is both cheaper and simpler. Do the five-minute subscription audit and let the numbers decide.
Learn more about OTT Entertainment Plans from UbiFi, or talk to our team.
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