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Twitch Turbo
Every price change since Nov 2013 — dated, sourced, archived.
The pricing story
Twitch Turbo sat untouched at $8.99 for nearly a decade before jumping 33% to $11.99 in August 2023 — part of the platform-wide monetization squeeze that also cut streamer revenue splits and inflated ad load for free viewers. The hike's logic was straightforward: as Twitch ran more ads, the ad-free pass became more valuable, so Amazon repriced it. Turbo remains a niche product next to per-channel subs and Prime Gaming, but its trajectory tracks the broader pattern of every ad-supported platform: grow the ads, then charge more for the exit.
Every change on record
2 entries- Aug 4, 2023 Turbo $8.99 $11.99 ▲ +33%
First hike ever: +33% amid heavier ad load
source: Twitch Turbo page (archived) ↗
Current plans (2026)
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Turbo | $11.99/mo | Ad-free viewing sitewide |
US list prices. Check the official pricing page for regional pricing and promos.
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Frequently asked questions
Has Twitch Turbo ever raised its prices?
Yes — Twitch Turbo has raised prices 1 time. The most recent increase was on Aug 4, 2023, when Turbo went from $8.99 to $11.99.
How much does Twitch Turbo cost in 2026?
Turbo costs $11.99/mo.
What did Twitch Turbo cost when it launched?
The Turbo plan launched at $8.99/mo in Nov 2013. Today it costs $11.99 — a 33% increase.
When was the last Twitch Turbo price increase?
Aug 4, 2023. First hike ever: +33% amid heavier ad load