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HBO Max – the home of Harry Potter, The White Lotus and live sports – is available around the world and recently launched in the UK, priced from £5.99. But where can you find the cheapest HBO Max subscription?

Annoyingly, prices vary by country. Depending on where you (and your devices) are based, you may be able to get HBO Max for less in 2026.

The good news: you can get HBO Max for as little a $2.90 a month by subscribing in certain countries.

Of course, if you're traveling abroad you will need a VPN to change your virtual location. VPNs are a popular with streamers chasing better value, and still work reliably in 2026.

We did a deep dive to find the four cheapest countries for the basic monthly Max plan. Here they are, with approximate USD conversions for easy comparison.

We've looked around and tried dozens of locations to find the cheapest places to get an HBO Max subscription in 2026.

Indonesia – $2.90 (Cheapest overall, 74% less than USA)

As for the usual locations, the "Basic with Ads" HBO Max subscription costs

10.99/£5.99/AU

11.99 per month.

In the US, there's also an option to add HBO Max to your existing Prime Video subscription as an extra channel. However, it'll cost you an additional $10.99/month.

And, of course, there are premium plans that unlock features such as streaming on additional devices, ad-free viewing and 4K/Dolby Atmos support.

But if you are based in Indonesia – that's where to find the cheapest HBO Max plan in 2026.

HBO Max operates nearly all around the world, but its offering varies from country to country. That’s where a VPN comes in handy – and not only does it let you tap into your home streaming services from anywhere, it also protects you from potential online threats.

So, if you're usually based in a country where HBO Max is dirt-cheap, but visiting or working in the likes of the US or UK, why not use a VPN to access your usual account rather than pay pricier monthly fees?

Not all VPNs work with HBO Max but Nord VPN does – and it's on sale right now.

Tech Radar regularly reviews all the biggest and best VPN providers and Nord VPN is our #1 choice.

✅ Up to 77% Off Today ✅ Exclusive 4 Extra Months Free ✅ Free Amazon gift card ✅ Unlocks HBO Max

Get Nord VPN and stream your favorite movies, TV shows, and live sports on HBO Max from anywhere.

What devices and platforms are supported by HBO Max and Nord VPN?

Amazon Fire Stick Android (7.1 and up) Android TV (5.0 and up) Apple TV (tv OS 13.4 and up) Chromecast i OS (13.3 and up) i Pad OS Web browsers (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari)

Although you can't run Nord VPN directly on other devices, such as Play Station and Xbox consoles, TVs running HBO Max and various other smart TV systems, and VR headsets, an easy workaround is running Nord VPN on your smartphone or computer and setting up a hotspot.

HBO Max boasts an incredibly expansive library, including a good mix of both old and new movies and TV shows. You have the iconic Game of Thrones universe, including House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Beyond epic fantasy, HBO Max also delivers standout originals like The Pitt, alongside easy, comfort viewing such as Schitt’s Creek, Friends, and Rooster.

The platform also has a lot of other acclaimed and buzzworthy series, including Industry, Heated Rivalry, Task, Dune: Prophecy, and The Penguin.

On the film side, HBO Max is packed with major titles and new releases, from One Battle After Another, Weapons, Materialists, Superman, The Substance, and Sinners, to blockbuster staples like Dune and the entire The Dark Knight trilogy, making it a go-to destination for both premium TV and big-screen entertainment.

HBO Max is the home of the complete Harry Potter film series, with all eight movies available to stream right now. You can watch Harry’s full journey – from the moment he first boards the Hogwarts Express in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone to his final battle against Voldemort in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 – in one place.

Even better, HBO Max will also be the home of the upcoming Harry Potter TV series, which is expected to be a fresh, more detailed adaptation of the books. A deeper dive into the world of wizards, magic spells, and compelling subplots? Yes, please! The first series will launch in Christmas 2026 on HBO Max.

HBO Max offers a wide range of live sports. In the US, for instance, you get the NHL, NCAA March Madness, MLB, U. S. Soccer, NASCAR, college football, cycling, and major events like Roland-Garros tennis – so viewers get both national leagues and global competitions in one place.

In the UK, HBO Max’s TNT Sports coverage brings even more, including the UEFA Champions League, Europa and Conference League, exclusive Premier League matches, as well as the FA Cup, rugby, Moto GP, UFC, golf, cricket, snooker, tennis, and cycling, making it a comprehensive destination for top-tier live sport.

We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example: 1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service). 2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad. We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.

Krishi covers buying guides and how-to's related to software, online tools, and tech products here at Tech Radar. Over at Tom's Guide, he writes exclusively on VPN services. You can also find his work on Techopedia and The Tech Report. As a tech fanatic, Krishi also loves writing about the latest happenings in the world of cybersecurity, AI, and software.

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