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9 Alternatives to Netflix
If you're thinking about ditching Netflix, you may want to look at this list of other movie rental options.
July 20, 2011 | by Rachel Cericola

A lot of people are still steaming over last week’s announcement that Netflix would soon be changing its plans, as well as its pricing.

We’ve seen a ton of unhappy customers over the past few days. Some say they plan to cancel accounts, drop services, or just go elsewhere for that movie fix. Before you think about jumping the S.S. Netflix, know what the plan change will mean to your monthly bill.

As of September 1, 2011, all of the current Netflix plans will change. The plans that previously offered unlimited streaming and either one DVD or two DVDs out at a time will be no more. The idea is to branch the plans out. If you want to stream content and still get a physical disc, you’re going to have to pay extra. Below is a breakdown of the new Netflix plans. All prices listed are per month. Just remember to add $2 if you want to add Blu-ray into the equation (thanks Sean!)...

  • 1 DVD out at-a-time (limit 2 rentals a month, limited streaming on PC or Mac only): $4.99 per month
  • Starz Play Only (no DVDs): $6.99
  • Unlimited Streaming (no DVDs): $7.99
  • 1 DVD out at-a-time (no streaming): $7.99
  • 2 DVDs out at-a-time (no streaming): $11.99
  • Unlimited Streaming + 1 DVD out at-a-time: $15.98
  • Unlimited Streaming + 2 DVDs out at-a-time: $19.98
  • Unlimited Streaming + 3 DVDs out at-a-time: $23.98
  • Unlimited Streaming + 4 DVDs out at-a-time: $29.98
  • Unlimited Streaming + 5 DVDs out at-a-time: $35.98
  • Unlimited Streaming + 6 DVDs out at-a-time: $40.98
  • Unlimited Streaming + 7 DVDs out at-a-time: $45.98
  • Unlimited Streaming + 8 DVDs out at-a-time: $51.98

If you aren’t sure whether you want to continue with Netflix or at least your current program, there are alternatives. View the slideshow to look at nine other options.



Rachel Cericola - Contributing Writer
Over the past 15 years, Rachel Cericola has covered entertainment, web and technology trends. Check her out at www.rachelcericola.com.



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Comments (9) Most recent displayed first.
Posted by Dan  on  07/22/11  at  10:44 AM

you forgot crackle.com

Posted by Rachel Cericola  on  07/21/11  at  09:59 AM

That is an EXCELLENT point, Sean. I was just going off the new pricing list, but yes… that extra $2 for Blu-ray! I am going to add that to the article above.

Posted by Sean Scott  on  07/21/11  at  07:48 AM

Don’t forget that any of the prices listed above are for DVDs only.  If you wan’t to rent Blu-Ray discs, add another $2 on to all of the plans.

Posted by Brad  on  07/20/11  at  09:30 PM

I still think this is my best option. I have never used the mail option. And I know blu ray discs has the superior video and audio quality. Though Local service providers are changing the way they charge for internet usage. This is also pushing people to use other movie rental options like Comcasts Xfinity. Giving you the option of early viewing titles before others .
  I feel Netflix will continue to be are large part of this nascent internet service.

Posted by Scott  on  07/20/11  at  04:55 PM

Where is the rest of the article? Am I blind, stupid, or both? I can’t find the other 9 alternatives. Stock tip: SHORT NFLX. It’s was overpriced at $280 per share. It should be $80 per share.


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