Life is boring without TV streaming services. As a mom of a 2-year-old toddler, my saving grace is having “me time” after a day’s worth of writing tasks, house chores, and negotiations with my daughter.
I must admit that Netflix is tucked in my phone’s entertainment apps folder. Luckily, other competitive TV streaming services in Singapore offer different shows—from Disney Plus to HBO Go, Viu, and more.
If you need Netflix alternatives and a list of streaming services, I did the heavy lifting for you.
Here’s a helpful comparison of what’s available. Don’t forget the popcorn!
Streaming Service |
Prices |
| Netflix | S$13.98 – S$25.98 monthly |
| Disney Plus | S$12.98 monthly or S$129.98 yearly |
| Apple TV+ | Free (with device) – S$13.98 monthly |
| Amazon Prime Video | Free – S$2.99 monthly |
| HBO Go | S$14.48 monthly |
| Viu | Free – S$8.98 monthly |
| meWATCH | S$1.49 – S$14.24 monthly |
| Singtel TV Go | S$7.03 monthly |
| StarHub TV+ | S$5.08 – S$45.83 monthly |
| EazieTV | S$19.98 – S$24.28 monthly |
1. Netflix — from S$13.98 monthly — S$25.98
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| Netflix free trial | $0 | Valid for 30 days only |
| Netflix Basic | S$13.98 monthly | 720p (HD) 1 user only |
| Netflix Standard | S$19.98 monthly | 1080p (Full HD); up to 2 users |
| Netflix Premium | S$25.98 monthly | 4K (Ultra HD) + HDR; up to 4 users for simultaneous viewing and 6 devices for downloads |
Netflix needs little introduction—it’s literally the American streaming service that disrupted the TV scene. It’s popular for its wide, diverse catalogue of movies and dramas, including Netflix Originals like Stranger Things, Black Mirror, Money Heist, Lupin, and more. Netflix has its own spot on my mobile device because of Big Bang Theory, Young Sheldon, Modern Family, and Al Pacino’s movies.
There’s a 30-day free trial for you if you’re not yet ready to pay upfront—simply opt-in on the website with your email address and credit card details. You will only be charged after your trial. Binge-watch all you want and enjoy Money No Enough 3, Lion Mums, Dance Dance Dragon, and I Not Stupid Too.
Should you decide to continue the TV streaming service, the basic plan starts at S$13.98 monthly, including 1 screen in 720 HD. Meanwhile, the Netflix Premium supports up to 4 users concurrently and 6 devices for downloads.
2. Disney Plus — S$12.98 per month or S$129.98 per year
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| Disney+ Standard (monthly) | S$12.98 monthly | Up to 1080 HD Full HD video, 2 concurrent streams, and 10 devices for downloads |
| Disney+ (annual) | $129.98 a year | Same as above with + 16% savings |
| Disney+ Premier Access | S$15.98 | Up to 4K UHD & HDR video, 4 concurrent streams, and 10 devices for downloads |
In 2021, Disney Plus was launched in the market, making it a lifesaver for parents running out of entertainment ideas for their kids. With shows like the Star Wars spinoff The Mandalorian and Marvel TV series such as The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Wandavision, and Loki, there is enough content to entertain probably everyone under the age of 40.
Each Disney+ subscription allows up to 2 concurrent streams (and plenty of parental control options, of course). Unfortunately, there’s no free trial for Disney+, but I’m sure that’s not a dealbreaker for you if kids are entertained for an hour or more so you can finish some chores.
If you have a really fancy TV that shows super clear pictures (4K) and special speakers that make sound come from all around you (Dolby Atmos), the Premium plan might be a good choice, even if it costs a bit more. But for regular shows with a typical sound and a decent screen in full HD, the standard plan is all you need.
3. Apple TV+ — free with device or S$13.98 per month
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| Apple TV+ (with device) | Free | Valid for three months; only with eligible Apple devices |
| Apple TV+ free trial | Free | Valid for 7 days |
| Apple TV+ | S$13.98 a month | Bundled up with other subscriptions (iCloud+, Apple Music, Apple Arcade |
Got a new iPhone, iPad, or Mac? You have a 3-month free access to movies and shows with AppleTV+ as long as your device can activate this offer. Watch YoGabba Gabbaland with your tots, or grab a bowl of popcorn to get in action with The Instigator and Presumed Innocent. The other biggest hits are Billie Eilish documentary and M. Night Shyamalan’s Servant TV series.
There’s a 7-day free trial, after which you can subscribe for S$13.98 a month. It’s bundled with other subscriptions like iCloud+, Apple Music, and Apple Arcade.
The shows aren’t fascinating, though. When I bought a new iPhone, I got free access for 3 months, but the entertainment library is not as comprehensive as Netflix. I just finished the free trial, and it’s not really worth paying for as an add-on. But if you’re an Apple fan and want to take advantage of the other services, this may be a good option.
4. Amazon Prime Video — free or $2.99 a month
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| Amazon Prime (includes Prime Video access) | S$2.99 monthly | All-in-one subscription with Amazon Prime, up to 3 devices at once |
If you’re budget-conscious, Amazon Prime Video is the best candidate for the most affordable option on this list and has never changed its price for the past three years. This is part of the Amazon Prime subscription that costs S$2.99 per month. If you’re not yet ready to pay, the good news, you can binge-watch for your first 30 days for free.
Looking at the movie library, I probably wouldn’t sign up for Amazon Prime Video just for the shows. But that’s okay if you already have an Amazon Prime subscription for your grocery shopping.
Oldies but goodies like The Office and Parks and Recreation, the Amazon catalogue is a but “cui” — largely old B-list movies that are probably available on FMovies.
5. HBO Go — S$14.48 monthly
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| HBO Go (monthly) | S$14.48 monthly | — |
| HBO Go (every 3 months) | S$29.98 for 3 months | 3-month plan; billed every 90 days |
| HBO GO SingTel Cast | S$14.48 a month | Free 1 month; no contract, and pay with your Singtel bill or use a credit card |
| HBO GO Singtel Cast | S$29.98 for 3 months | 3-month plan billed every 90 days |
| HBO Pak (StarHub add-on) | S$14.48 monthly | Includes HBO GO and other HBO channels like HBO Family, HBO Signature, HBO Hits, and Cinemax |
HBO GO doesn’t need an introduction for its Game of Thrones, but a few other shows, like Westworld, Birds of Prey, and The Crimes of Grindelwald, are worth watching. If you want access to thousands of hours of movies and Asian dramas, you can stream or download them on your device for your pleasurable entertainment.
Previously, you could sign up for HBO GO directly and subscribe via Apple Store or Google PlayStore. As of this writing, you can actually access the plans—with an additional charge if you are a current subscriber—on Singtel or StarHub.
Depending on your choice and mode of payment, you can pay monthly or every 90 days. Pricing is a dealbreaker for some, given that Netflix offers a lower price with more varieties of shows and movies.
6. Viu Free — Premium and free versions available
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| Viu Free | S$0 | Non-HD, limited shows, not TV-compatible, watch with video ads, limited to 1 download |
| Viu Premium — free trial | S$0 | Valid for 7 days only, with the full features of Viu Premium |
| StarHub TV+ Asian+ plan— Viu Premium | S$0 | Complimentary if you subscribe to the Asian+ 24-month worth S$30.56 per month |
| Viu Premium | S$8.98 monthly | Full 1080 HD, full range of shows, unlimited downloads, and compatible with TV apps and TV casting; stream in 3 devices simultaneously |
When it comes to Korean shows, Viu is like a modern-day Pandora’s box that will subtly trigger those tear ducts in your eyes or make you laugh. There’s a free version, though, but you’ll have to be patient with video ads from time to time until the next exciting scene comes.
You can watch popular dramas like Hotel De Luna, Doctor John and Shady Mom-in-law, and variety shows like Little Forest, Running Man and The Return of Superman. You can subscribe to Premium, which is ad-free, and that’s hours of uninterrupted K-dramas for you, and compatible with TV casting.
Viu also offers the current shows as soon as 8 hours after their original telecast, while the free one requires you to wait at least 72 hours more. If you are an existing StarHub TV+ subscriber with an Asian+ plan, Viu Premium is a complimentary pass. For Viu Free, you can only watch on your phone, tablet, or laptop at 480p.
7. meWATCH — free version with add-ons
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| Animax (monthly) | S$1.49 monthly | Japanese anime; monthly renewal |
| Animax (annual) | S$12.59 yearly | Japanese anime; annual renewal |
| CinemaWorld (monthly) | S$3.99 monthly | Award-winning movies, classics and box office hits; monthly renewal |
| CinemaWorld (annual) | S$29.99 yearly | Award-winning movies, classics and box office hits; annual renewal |
| HBO GO | S$14.24 monthly | For HBO shows (see above) |
| meWATCH Prime (monthly) | S$9.90 monthly | Early access to MediaCorp dramas, billed every month |
| mewatch Prime (6-month plan) | S$35.64
monthly |
First 6 months is prepayment of S$35.64; 7th month will be charged S$9.90 onwards |
| ROCK24/7 | S$3.05 monthly | Live and express U.S. and U.K. shows |
| Simply South (monthly) | S$5.00 monthly | Tamil entertainment |
| Simply South (annually) | S$40.64 annualy | Tamil entertainment |
| TVB Wow (monthly) | S$4.02 monthly | TV dramas like romance, action and mystery |
| TVB Wow (annually) | S$38.59 annually | TV dramas like romance, action and mystery |
MediaCorp’s meWATCH, formerly known as Toggle, is another streaming service that appeals to millennials and oldies who may still watch local TV. If you’re an anime fan like my hubby, you can choose from on-demand plans that you can cancel anytime, starting from S$1.05 per month.
If you love American’s CBS Orignal like NCIS and documentary shows like David Beckham’s Infamous, the Rock 24/7 offers you a mix of classic and indie films. Simply South gives you Tamil entertainment like drama series—Saj and Kumar and Kalatta Kalyanam—and crime and investigation show Kutra Kannkaanippu 2024.
You can download meWATCH and watch MediaCorp dramas for free. Interestingly, the meWatch Prime monthly plan has decreased for about S$0.08 for the past 3 years (previously at S$9.98/mo in 2021), which is unlikely for most streaming services, which often increase prices every year. Top up and subscribe to specific types of shows, and let the binge-watching begin!
8. Singtel TV Go — $7.90 a month
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| Singtel TV Go — plan 1 | S$7.03 monthly | 1 device only |
Telcos are getting smart now as they adapt to TV streaming services. Singtel is one of them. While most streaming services want the eyeballs of different age groups, this telco offers competitive packages aimed at the younger, more tech-savvy crowd.
If you want a good, generic mix of over 130 channels for sports, news, entertainment, K-dramas, etc., the Singtel TV Go plans are pretty value for money. At just S$7.03, you get access Mediacorp channels and express shows from China. If you’re always on the go with your mobile device, this can be a good option for you, which is almost half of Netflix’s monthly plan.
9. StarHub TV+ — from S$5.08 a month
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| Starter+ Pass | S$5.08 monthly | Entry-level subscription with limited shows; concurrent streaming of up to 2 devices; 3 months free access to Amazon Prime membership |
| Malay+ (24-month plan | S$15.28 monthly | Get with 2 TV Passes and Disney+ Premium; promo till 31 Mar 2025; 3 months free access to Amazon Prime membership |
| Filipino + (24-month plan) | S$15.28 monthly | Access to iWantTFC for Filipino shows; Get with 2 TV Passes and Disney+ Premium; promo till 31 Mar 2025; 3 months free access to Amazon Prime membership |
| Indian+ (24-month plan) | S$15.28 monthly | Watch Tamil and Hindi shows; get 2 TV Passes and Disney+ Premium; promo till 31 Mar 2025; 3 months free access to Amazon Prime membership |
| Asian+ (24-month plan) | S$30.56 monthly | Latest dramas and variety shows across Asia and access to Viu Premium; get with 2 TV Passes and Disney+ Premium; promo till 31 Mar 2025; 3 months free access to Amazon Prime membership |
| Sports+ (24-month plan) | S$25.46 monthly | 24-month contract (with 2 TV Passes and Disney+ Premium; promo till 31 Mar 2025 |
| Entertainment+ | S$30.56 monthly | English shows, kids shows, LIVE news, get with 2 TV Passes and Disney+ Premium; promo till 31 Mar 2025; 3 months free access to Amazon Prime membership |
| Sports+ (no contract) | S$45.83 monthly | Sporting events from MotoGP, Golf, Tennis, etc. |
In July 2023, StarHub Go was discontinued and replaced by StarHub TV+ and offers 8 major plans with inclusions Viu Premium and Disney+ Premium via a 24-month contract. They have great deals, but they are not as cheap as you expect. With inclusions and concurrent streaming across devices, the whole family will be delighted to watch a variety of shows.
If the plans above are way beyond your budget, you can opt for StarHub TV+ Pass, an entry-level plan that allows you to watch classic Hong Kong movies, the latest Asian dramas, and documentaries. If you have a StarHub TV+ box, you can watch it on your big screen or your mobile devices.
Interestingly, this entry plan is presented on the website in a not-so-obvious way to you, not unless you go through the entertainment plans and scroll from left to right as you’ll see more of the high-tiered plans like Sports+ and Entertainment+.
10. EazieTV — from S$19.98 a month
| Plan | Price | Things to note |
| For M1 customers (monthly) | S$19.98 monthly | Access 75+ TV channels; concurrent streaming of up to 4 devices; for postpaid, broadband and Maxx customers |
| For non-M1 customers (monthly) | S$24.28 monthly | Access 75+ TV channels; concurrent streaming of up to 4 devices; for postpaid, broadband and Maxx customers |
In August 2023, M1 partnered with startup EazieTV, so this is a new kid on the block in the TV streaming service. I’ve browsed the movie categories and shows, and they are also available on other streaming platforms mentioned above. If you’re watching the big screen, you can switch from one channel to another from its 175+ channels.
What sets this streaming service is that there is no set up fee on the TV box, and you have the option of not locking into a contract like StarHub. You can download the EazieTV app on your Android and iOS devices and, on top of that, watch on your computer’s web browser and smart TVs.
As of this writing, you can get the 7-day free trial promo for a sneak peek of the movies and shows.
Which one of these is your favourite? Feel free to share with your friends who might need this list!
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