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What are Showmax Prices? Are you curious about how Showmax works, its pricing options, and the available packages?
We provide a breakdown of what Showmax has to offer and how you can enjoy its extensive library of content.
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Discover the ins and outs of Showmax, from its functionality and pricing to available packages and payment methods.
Dive into the world of Showmax to explore a vast array of content, including movies, series, documentaries, sports, and children's programming.
Showmax is not just a TV channel; it's a versatile streaming service offering a diverse range of entertainment.
Accessible online at showmax.com or through the Showmax app, it caters to a variety of devices, including phones, tablets, smart TVs, media players, and gaming consoles.
All you need is a subscription and an internet-connected device to enjoy Showmax.
1 Showmax Prices and Packages
Showmax Standard:
- Thousands of movies and series.
- Register up to five devices.
- Watch on two streams simultaneously.
- Full access to all Showmax content.
- Cost: GH¢65 per month in Ghana
Showmax Mobile:
- Same content as Showmax Standard.
- Limited to smartphone or tablet use.
- One device registration per account.
- Single-stream capability.
- Cost: GH¢27 per month in Ghana.
2 Showmax Prices
How much does Showmax cost? Here is the Showmax pricing for different packages in different countries;
Country | Showmax Standard | Showmax Mobile | Showmax Pro Mobile |
---|---|---|---|
Botswana | BWP 95 | BWP 36 | BWP 108 |
Ghana | GH¢65.00 | GH¢27.00 | GH¢75.00 |
Kenya | KSh 760 | KSh 300 | KSh 1050 |
Namibia | N$ 99 | N$ 39 | N$ 225 |
Nigeria | N 2900 | N 1200 | NGN 3200 |
South Africa | ZAR 99 | ZAR 39 | ZAR 225 |
Tanzania | TSh 20,000 | TSh 7,800 | TSh 23 000 |
Uganda | UGX 30,300 | UGX 11,499 | UGX 33 600 |
Zambia | ZMW 160 | ZMW 72 | ZMW 216 |
Rest of Africa | USD 7.99 | USD 2.99 | USD 8.99 |
3 Countries where Showmax is available
As of 1 December 2023, Showmax will not be available outside of sub-Saharan Africa, as the business focuses on the African market.
The new Showmax will be available in 44 markets in sub-Saharan Africa.
There are a few African countries that will not have access to Showmax at launch but details will become available soon.
Showmax content may vary from country to country.
4 Using Showmax on multiple devices
The “All devices” Showmax plan allows you to register up to five devices and watch on two devices at the same time.
However, our “Mobile devices” Showmax Mobile and Showmax Pro Mobile plans allow you to watch on one mobile device only.
Your first registered device used for playback is counted as your single device.
You can watch trailers as well as browse the content catalogue on other devices, but playback will not be possible on a second device.
5 How to Sign Up for Showmax
- Visit showmax.com.
- Sign up with your email and create a password.
- Choose your payment method.
- Monthly billing with no contract; cancel anytime.
Adding Showmax to DStv Bill
DStv customers can seamlessly add Showmax to their monthly bill. Note that Showmax Pro and Showmax Pro Mobile plans are excluded from DStv bill discounts.
Supported Devices for Showmax
Access Showmax on various devices, including phones, tablets, laptops, smart TVs, media streaming devices, and more. DStv Explora users enjoy Showmax at no additional cost.
Managing Data Usage on Showmax
Showmax provides two data management features:
- Download shows for offline viewing with adjustable quality settings.
- Bandwidth capping to control data usage during streaming.
What to Watch on Showmax
Showmax distinguishes itself with an ad-free, uninterrupted viewing experience. Enjoy a vast library of content without limits, spanning movies, series, documentaries, and kids' shows.
6 Showmax Subscription Options
- Showmax Standard: HD streaming on multiple devices with two simultaneous streams.
- Showmax Mobile: Smartphone and tablet access with a single stream.
Live Sport on Showmax Pro Mobile
Showmax Pro Mobile offers live-streamed sports, including football, motorsport, tennis, athletics, running, cycling, boxing, and more.
Note that Showmax Pro has been phased out.
Exciting Changes in 2024
Following the Showmax relaunch in 2024, Showmax Pro Mobile will be replaced by Showmax Premier League, a mobile-only plan focusing on the Premier League.
Explore the world of streaming entertainment with Showmax, where your favourite content awaits. Subscribe today for an unmatched entertainment experience.