How much does Showmax cost per month?

Showmax. R99 per month. Register 5 devices, watch on 2 at the same time. Showmax Mobile.

Is Showmax or Netflix better?

Although Showmax does have well known series and movies, Netflix takes the cake when it comes to the classics. When it comes to adding new movies and series for viewers to binge, Netflix and Showmax are pretty tied up. Both streaming services can be a little slow when it comes to timeous releases.

How much does Showmax cost per month in South Africa?

Showmax packages and plans

Showmax's standard plan comes with thousands of movies and series to stream. Register up to five devices, watch on two streams at once, and get full access to everything on Showmax. In South Africa, Showmax Standard costs R99 per month.

Is Netflix cheaper than Showmax?

Prime Video offers the cheapest monthly subscription at R79 per month, followed by Showmax at R99 per month. Netflix's Standard package is R159 per month, although it does have a stripped-down Basic plan for R99 per month.

How much is Showmax without DStv?

Anyone can sign up to Showmax for just R99 per month, no contracts and cancel any time. Get your 14-day free trial and start watching the best series and movies on multiple devices.

Is Showmax worth?

While it can improve on the minor issue of producing original content that we believe they will be considering after I Am LAYCON the Pros outweigh the Con. Showmax gets a 7/10 rating from us, and we recommend that you should get it. You can sign up for a 14-day free trial by clicking here.

Does Showmax use data?

How much data do I need to stream? Streaming video can use up to 3GB of data per hour depending on the quality and streaming service. Showmax's data-saving tools can reduce this to 100MB an hour when streaming on mobile and less than 200MB for downloads.

Can I get Showmax without DStv?

Anyone can sign up for Showmax – you don't have to have DStv to use it. DStv customers can also watch Showmax on their TVs via an internet-connected DStv Explora. If you have DStv Premium you get Showmax at no cost.

Is Showmax better than DStv?

The biggest difference between DStv Premium and Showmax is the selection of live sport they have available. Additionally, while Showmax has a vast collection of series on its platform – including popular HBO originals such as Westworld and Game of Thrones – these are not relevant to this comparison.

How do Showmax work?

Showmax is not a TV channel. It's a streaming service where you can watch movies, series, documentaries, sport and kids' stuff. Watch online at showmax.com or using the Showmax app. The Showmax app is available for phones, tablets, smart TVs, media players and gaming consoles.

Does Showmax use data on DStv?

Showmax on the DStv Explora allows you to stream content in either SD or HD resolution. Streaming in SD will use less data than in HD, so if you are concerned about data usage or have a slow line speed, choose SD. SD is 576i (633MB per hour) while HD content is 1080i (2.2GB per hour).

Is Showmax for free?

Showmax Free lets you stream selected shows, with ads and has limited functionality. You don't need an account and can use the service for as long as you like. The Showmax 14-day free trial gives you a chance to enjoy the full Showmax experience.

What is the difference between Showmax and Showmax pro?

Showmax offers two plans: a standard Showmax entertainment plan and a Showmax Pro plan. Showmax Pro gives you access to all the entertainment you love plus live sport from SuperSport, news and more.

Which is better Showmax or prime Video?

However, in terms of the sheer volume of movie content, Amazon's streaming service offers a far more extensive selection of films than Netflix and Showmax, with 7,404 movies compared to Netflix's 3,678 and Showmax's 1,246.

How do I pay my Showmax bill?

1. Visit and Find 'Showmax' as a biller.
2. Select Showmax subscription.
3. Enter your email address and select an option (one of the Showmax subscription plans)
4. Enter your card details and/or scan the QR code.
5. You'll receive an SMS with a One-Time-Password(OTP) from your bank and proceed 'Pay'

What SuperSport channels are on Showmax?

Showmax doesn't have dedicated SuperSport channels like you're used to seeing on television. Instead, Showmax streams individual events live. Rather than tuning into a SuperSport channel, search for the specific game or event you want to stream.

Is Netflix and Showmax the same?

Unlike Netflix, they give 14 days as a free trial to their subscribers. Then, since Showmax is owned by the same company (Naspers) that operates DStv, it makes it so easy for subscribers to also enjoy Showmax on DStv. Then, in terms of their content, you will get more of local content than international content.

How do I put Showmax on my TV?

Go to the Smart TV interface on your Smart TV. Browse to the Smart TV application store. Search for Showmax. Install the free Showmax application.

Can I have Showmax without a Smart TV?

The Showmax app is available for download from the App Store. All you have to do is search for “Showmax” in the App Store and install the Showmax app that appears in the search results. If you have a TV that is not a Smart TV but want to cast Showmax onto your big screen, an Apple TV device is an option.

What are the different Showmax packages?

Showmax standard plans:

R99 per month. Register 5 devices, watch on 2 at the same time. Showmax Mobile. R39 per month.

How do I stream Showmax?

To start watching, sign up at and follow the easy steps. Once you're a subscriber, log in to the Showmax app on your device and hit play.

What is special about Showmax?

Showmax is an online video entertainment service that offers unlimited series, movies, Showmax Originals, kids' shows, sport and more. Stream or download and watch on a wide range of devices, the way that suits you. No contracts, no commitments and no ad breaks.

What are the benefits of Showmax?

Showmax is a streaming service that offers you a wide variety of award-winning TV shows, movies, documentaries, Showmax Originals, kids shows, sport and more. You can watch as much as you want, whenever you want without a single advert. There's always something new to discover and shows and movies are added weekly.