Audible Subscription Plans & Pricing Guide

Let's be honest - finding time to read with work and personal responsibilities can be challenging. As someone who appreciates physical books but struggles to actually open them, Audible has been a lifesaver. Living in Los Angeles with its notorious traffic, audiobooks allow me to enjoy literature while making my commute productive.

Below, I'll outline Audible's pricing options to help you choose the best plan. If you prefer physical books, Amazon currently has a buy-one-get-one-50%-off sale featuring numerous books and graphic novels.

Does Audible Offer a Free Trial?

Audible Free Trial

Yes, Audible currently offers a 30-day free trial. After this period, the subscription automatically converts to $14.95/month unless canceled. The trial includes two complimentary audiobooks.

Understanding Audible

Audible, an Amazon company, provides audiobook and podcast streaming services. Users can purchase content individually or choose subscription plans offering monthly credits redeemable for audiobooks from its extensive catalog of over one million titles. Most major releases, like new Hunger Games novels, receive audiobook versions simultaneously with print editions.

Audible Pricing Structure

Audible offers two main subscription tiers:

• Plus at $7.99/month
• Premium Plus at $14.95/month

Additional credit packages include:

• 2 credits monthly for $22.95
• 12 credits annually for $149.50
• 24 credits annually for $229.50

Important note: Credits expire one year after issuance.

Audible Membership Advantages

Audible Subscription Options Explained

Audible Plus ($7.95/month)

Provides unlimited access to the Plus Catalog's thousands of audiobooks and podcasts.

Audible Premium Plus ($14.95/month)

The recommended plan for regular users, combining Plus benefits with:

• One monthly credit for permanent audiobook ownership
• Exclusive member discounts
• Full library access

Additional Credit Packages

These add-ons for Premium Plus members provide flexibility:

• 2 extra monthly credits ($22.95)
• 12 annual credits ($149.50)
• 24 annual credits ($229.50)

Audible Compatibility

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Audible works across multiple platforms:

• Mobile devices (iOS/Android)
• Tablets
• Kindle e-readers
• Amazon Fire TV