Why do I have Peacock premium for free?

You're likely getting Peacock for free because it's bundled with another service you subscribe to, like Xfinity, Spectrum TV, or Instacart+**, or perhaps through an Xfinity Rewards perk or specific gigabit internet plans, as these providers often offer Peacock Premium as a benefit to their customers, even though the platform's own general free tier has changed.

Why am I getting Peacock for free?

Some Xfinity or NOW customers may receive access to Peacock as part of a promotional offer with their Xfinity services or Xfinity Rewards. If you receive Peacock from Xfinity, learn how to activate the service below.

Is Peacock Premium free?

No, Peacock Premium is a paid subscription service, but you can get it for free or at a significant discount through various promotions, bundles with other services like Xfinity or Instacart+, student deals, or limited-time trials. The standard cost is around $11/month for the ad-supported version, but discounts and free offers are common. 

Is Peacock Premium free with Amazon Prime?

No, Peacock is not free with Amazon Prime; it's a separate subscription you can add to your Prime Video account for an extra monthly fee, usually for the ad-free Peacock Premium Plus tier at about $16.99/month, allowing you to watch through the Prime Video app but billed separately. While Prime members get access to many add-ons, Peacock is an additional cost, though you might get a free trial when signing up through Prime Video. 

Is Peacock TV not free anymore?

Yes, the basic free version of Peacock is largely gone for new users, who must now pay for either the ad-supported Peacock Premium (around $8/month) or the ad-free Premium Plus (around $14/month) to watch most content, though some Xfinity/Spectrum/Walmart+ customers can still get it free or discounted. The free tier was phased out for new subscribers in early 2023, ending a bundled deal for some Xfinity customers, but select deals and bundles (like with Walmart+) offer ways to get Premium for free. 

How do I get free Peacock premium?

Is Peacock free with Hulu?

No, Peacock is not free with Hulu; they are separate streaming services owned by different companies (Comcast for Peacock, Disney for Hulu) and don't bundle together, though you can subscribe to both or sometimes find deals bundling Peacock with other services like Apple TV+ or Xfinity. You can get some content on Peacock's free tier or pay for premium plans, while Hulu offers its own subscription tiers with or without ads, plus Live TV options, and even bundles Disney+ and ESPN+. 

What's the difference between Peacock and Peacock Premium?

Peacock Premium unlocks the full library of movies, Originals, live sports, and next-day NBC shows with ads, while Premium Plus offers everything in Premium, but is mostly ad-free (except live TV), includes a 24/7 live local NBC channel, and allows offline downloads. The key difference is ad-free viewing, downloads, and the live local channel for the higher-priced Premium Plus tier, as both provide comprehensive content. 

Is Peacock bundled with any other services?

Yes, you can bundle Peacock with services like Netflix & Apple TV+ (via Xfinity StreamSaver), Apple TV+ directly, Verizon's +play, and Instacart+, offering savings and combined entertainment, especially popular through Xfinity for bundled access with Netflix and Apple TV+ for Comcast customers.
 

Are Peacock and Prime merging?

Peacock's ad-free streaming service brings NBCUniversal content directly to Prime Video customers as part of expanded partnership. Prime Video customers can now access Peacock Premium Plus, NBCUniversal's ad-free streaming service, directly through their existing app as part of an expanded partnership.

Does Peacock have a senior discount?

No, Peacock does not currently offer a specific, ongoing senior discount on its standard plans, but you might find deals through AARP, check their site for general promotions (like student, teacher, or military discounts), or look for bundled offers with services like Xfinity. While there's no direct senior discount, check Peacock's offers page for temporary sales or member benefits through organizations like AARP. 

How to access Peacock through Amazon?

You can access Peacock through Amazon either by subscribing to the Peacock Premium Plus Channel within Prime Video for seamless integration or by downloading the separate Peacock app onto an Amazon Fire TV device and signing in. The Prime Video channel lets you watch within the Prime Video app, while the Fire TV app requires you to open the standalone Peacock app, but both offer access to Peacock's content through your Amazon account billing. 

Is Peacock TV free on Roku?

No, Peacock TV is not entirely free on Roku; it primarily offers paid Peacock Premium ($7.99/month with ads) and Premium Plus ($13.99/month, mostly ad-free) for full access, but you can still find some limited free content or access through special deals, though the dedicated free tier for new users is gone, according to Fetch Rewards and Reddit users. You download the app on your Roku device and then choose a paid plan to unlock most shows, movies, and live sports. 

How do I cancel Peacock Premium?

To cancel Peacock Premium, go to the Peacock website on a web browser, log in, navigate to "Account" > "Plans & Payments," and select "Cancel Plan," confirming the action to stop future billing; if you subscribed via a third party (like Apple, Google, Roku, Amazon), you must cancel directly through their platform. 

Who gives Peacock for free?

You can get Peacock Premium for free through subscriptions to other services like Instacart+, Walmart+, or certain Xfinity/NOW TV plans, which bundle Peacock Premium at no extra cost. Some TV providers like Spectrum also include it with specific TV packages, and occasionally, promotions with Xumo devices or Xfinity Rewards offer free access. 

What is the downside of Peacock?

What is the downside of Peacock? Peacock's biggest downside is its user interface; it can be difficult to navigate between episodes. The content also sometimes lags and freezes. However, this can occur due to content-based ISP throttling rather than an issue with Peacock.

Is Peacock free with another subscription?

Yes, you can get Peacock Premium for free with other services, primarily through Xfinity (for internet/cable customers), Spectrum (with certain TV plans), and Instacart+ or Walmart+ memberships, which offer it as a perk, though these deals change, so always check current offers for inclusion as an ad-supported tier. 

Is Peacock still free with Amazon Prime?

No, Peacock is not free with Amazon Prime; rather, Amazon now offers Peacock Premium Plus (the ad-free tier) as a paid add-on channel within Prime Video, costing around $16.99/month or $169.99/year, allowing you to subscribe and watch it all within the Prime Video interface, though you can still access Peacock directly via its own app or Fire TV. 

Is Peacock merging with Paramount?

Paramount (Paramount+) and Comcast (Peacock) have discussed forming a streaming joint venture, a strategic move to combine content, cut costs, and compete better in the crowded market, similar to their European SkyShowtime partnership. While no deal is finalized, these talks reflect industry consolidation, with a combined service offering more content (including live sports like UEFA/NFL) and potential subscriber benefits, though Paramount's ongoing ownership discussions add complexity to these plans, say Vulture. 

Is Peacock included with Hulu?

No, Peacock is not included with a standard Hulu subscription; they are separate streaming services, but you can add Peacock as a paid "Channel" add-on within Hulu, or you might get it free through bundles from providers like Xfinity/Comcast or Spectrum/Charter. NBCUniversal shifted its next-day shows to Peacock, making it its own platform, so you pay for them separately unless bundled.
 

Is there a Netflix bundle?

Yes, there are several Netflix bundles available through partners like Verizon (with Max, Paramount+) and Xfinity (StreamSaver with Apple TV+, Peacock), plus options via Frontier (Netflix + Wi-Fi) and potentially through new platforms like Go Bundled or Canadian providers like Rogers (Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+), offering savings on multiple streaming services combined, often with ad-supported plans for lower costs. 

What networks are included with Peacock?

Peacock features content from NBCUniversal (NBC, Bravo, Telemundo, USA, Syfy, E!), plus dedicated live-ish channels for sports (NBC Sports, Premier League, WWE, Big Ten), news (Dateline, Today All Day, MSNBC-related), and lifestyle (Hallmark, Top Gear, This Old House), alongside its vast library of on-demand shows, movies, and originals, acting as a hub for NBCU brands and partner content.
 

Is Peacock Premium included with anything?

Yes, Peacock Premium is included with certain subscriptions, most notably for some Xfinity and Spectrum internet/TV customers, and Instacart+ members get it free, while other bundles with Apple TV also offer it as part of a package. It offers access to movies, Originals, and live sports (like Premier League, PGA Tour, NFL, Olympics), but you might need to upgrade to Premium Plus for an ad-free experience and offline downloads, though some content still has ads on both tiers.
 

Why do I have two different charges for Peacock?

Peacock likely charged you twice due to duplicate subscriptions (e.g., one direct, one through Apple/Roku/Amazon), a forgotten second account, an active free trial ending, or a payment glitch. To fix this, check your Peacock account and associated app store subscriptions (Apple, Roku) for active plans, cancel the extra one, and contact Peacock support with transaction IDs if the issue persists. 

How do I know if I have Peacock Premium Plus?

To know if you have Peacock Premium Plus, log into your account on the Peacock website or app, go to the Account or Plans & Payment section, and check your subscription details for "Premium Plus," noting it offers ad-free streaming (with limited exceptions) and downloads, unlike the standard ad-supported Premium plan. If billed through Xfinity, check the Xfinity app or say "Manage Peacock" to your voice remote. 

What streaming service gives you Peacock for free?

You can get Peacock Premium for free through bundles with services like Instacart+ and Walmart+, or as a perk for certain Xfinity Internet customers (especially higher-tier rewards members or Gigabit+ users). Other partners, mobile carriers (like T-Mobile historically), and credit card rewards programs also offer deals, while some providers like Amazon Prime Video offer short Peacock trials.