Audible costs between $8.99 and $229.50, depending on the plan you choose. The right option comes down to how often you listen and whether you want audiobook ownership or just monthly access.
This guide breaks down the current prices, what each plan includes, and how to choose the right one for you.
Table of Contents
- Quick Answer: How Much Does Audible Cost?
- Audible Membership Plans & Prices Explained
- Which Audible Plan Offers the Best Value?
- Which Audible Plan Should You Choose?
Quick Answer: How Much Does Audible Cost?
Audible membership plans range from $8.99 per month to $229.50 per year, depending on the option you choose. Here is a quick look at the current pricing.
| Audible Membership Plans | Price |
|---|---|
| Audible Standard | $8.99/month |
| Audible Premium Plus (1 Credit) | $14.95/month |
| Audible Premium Plus (2 Credits) | $22.95/month |
| Premium Plus Annual (12 Credits) | $149.50/year |
| Premium Plus Annual (24 Credits) | $229.50/year |
Not sure if Audible is right for you? Most monthly plans come with a free trial for new members, and Prime members sometimes receive additional offers.
Audible Membership Plans & Prices Explained
Audible offers a few different membership options, and each one is built for a slightly different kind of listener.
Some plans are more about affordable access, while others are better if you want credits and permanent ownership of audiobooks. Once you understand that difference, the pricing becomes much easier to compare.
Audible Standard
Price: $8.99/month
Audible Standard is currently the lowest-priced Audible membership.
Key features:
- Select 1 audiobook every month from Audible’s collection of over 1 million titles
- Listen to your selected audiobooks while your membership remains active
- Unlimited access to eligible podcasts
- No audiobook credits included
- Unused audiobook selections do not roll over. If you do not choose a book in a given month, that month’s selection is lost and cannot be used later.
The main thing to know about Audible Standard is that you do not permanently own the audiobook you select.
You can access your selected audiobooks only as long as you remain a member.
For people who usually listen to one audiobook a month and want the most affordable way to stay with Audible, Standard can be a practical choice.
Audible Premium Plus (Monthly)
Audible Premium Plus is available in two monthly plans:
| Plan | Price | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Plus | $14.95/month | 1 credit per month |
| Premium Plus 2 Credits | $22.95/month | 2 credits per month |
Key features:
- Monthly audiobook credits
- Access to the Audible Plus Catalog, including thousands of Audible Originals, audiobooks, podcasts, and exclusive series
- Exclusive member sales and discounts
- Ability to purchase additional credits when eligible
- Unused credits roll over and can be used in future months. (Learn more in our guide on