Choosing between Audible Plus and Premium Plus is one of the most common questions new Audible users have.
At first glance, the two plans look similar because both include access to the Audible Plus Catalog. But Premium Plus also includes credits that let you keep audiobooks permanently, and that makes a real difference depending on how you listen.
In this article, we will break down how both plans work, what each one includes, and which option is likely to suit you better.
Table of Contents:
- Quick Answer: Which Plan Is Better for You?
- Audible Plus vs Premium Plus at a Glance
- What You Get with Audible Plus
- What You Get with Audible Premium Plus
- Which Audible Plan Is Better for You?
- Things People Often Miss
- Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Answer: Which Plan Is Better for You?
Here is the short version:
| Plan | Best For |
|---|---|
| Audible Plus | Casual listeners who mainly want streaming access |
| Audible Premium Plus | Frequent listeners who want credits and permanent audiobook ownership |
Choose Audible Plus if:
- you mainly want access to the Plus Catalog,
- you do not care much about owning audiobooks permanently,
- and you listen casually.
Choose Audible Premium Plus if:
- you regularly listen to audiobooks,
- want monthly or annual credits,
- prefer building a permanent audiobook library,
- or want more flexibility overall.
The main difference is simple: Audible Plus gives you access, while Premium Plus gives you access plus ownership through credits.
Audible Plus vs Premium Plus at a Glance
Before going deeper, here is the simplest way to understand the two plans:
| Feature | Audible Plus | Audible Premium Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $7.95 | $14.95 |
| Audible credits | No | Yes |
| Plus Catalog access | Yes | Yes |
| Keep audiobooks permanently | No | Yes, for books bought with credits |
| Member discounts & sales | Limited | Yes |
| Best for | Casual listeners | Frequent listeners |
The most important thing to remember is that both plans include access to the Audible Plus Catalog.
What changes with Premium Plus is the credit system. Those credits let you purchase audiobooks and keep them permanently, which changes the experience quite a bit over time.
What You Get with Audible Plus
Audible Plus is the simpler and cheaper membership option.
It is mainly designed for listeners who want streaming-style access to audiobooks, podcasts, and Audible Originals without worrying about credits or ownership.
With Audible Plus, you get:
- access to the Audible Plus Catalog,
- unlimited listening within that catalog,
- podcasts and Audible Originals,
- offline downloads for included titles.
However, Audible Plus does not include monthly credits.
That means if a book is not included in the Plus Catalog, you will need to buy it separately instead of using credits.
In practice, Audible Plus works best for:
- casual listeners,
- people exploring audiobooks for the first time,
- podcast listeners,
- or users who mostly want background listening content.
One thing to keep in mind is that the Plus Catalog is not the same as the full Audible store. Some popular audiobooks are included, but many newer or premium titles still require separate purchase.
Audible Plus is more about access and discovery than long-term audiobook ownership.
What You Get with Audible Premium Plus
Audible Premium Plus includes everything from Audible Plus, but also adds credits.
Those credits are the main reason many regular Audible users prefer this plan.
You can use credits to buy audiobooks permanently, regardless of the book’s listed price. Even if you cancel your membership later, books purchased with credits remain in your library. Depending on your plan, Premium Plus may include monthly credits, multiple credits per month, or annual credit bundles.