Netflix subscription in Switzerland: prices and plans in 2024
Netflix in Switzerland – what plans exist and how much do they cost? What does Netflix include? Can I share my access? Comparis explains.
25.09.2024
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1. What is Netflix?
Netflix is the most popular streaming service in Switzerland, after Youtube. Streaming refers to watching movies and series online. You don’t have to download them first. To do this, you need an internet connection with enough speed.
In which countries can I watch Netflix?
Netflix is available in almost all countries. There are some exceptions:
China
Crimea
Russia
North Korea
Syria
2. Netflix pricing in Switzerland
For a Netflix subscription, you pay a monthly flat rate. You can watch as many episodes and movies as you like.
Netflix does not offer a trial subscription – so you have to pay right from the start. The subscription will then run for at least one month.
Netflix subscription overview for Switzerland
The Netflix subscription costs depend on the following factors:
Resolution
Number of devices you can stream simultaneously
Number of devices on which you can download movies and series for offline use
The premium subscription also offers you an additional audio option: 3D audio.
There are three types of Netflix subscriptions:
| Streaming subscriptions | Basic subscription | Standard subscription | Premium subscription |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costs | CHF 12.90 | CHF 20.90 | CHF 27.90 |
| Number of devices you can stream on at the same time | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Resolution | 720p (HD) | 1080p (Full HD) | 4K (Ultra HD) |
| Number of devices you can download to for offline use | 1 | 2 | 6 |
Information correct as of September 2024.
Netflix payment methods in Switzerland
You can pay for Netflix in Switzerland in the following ways:
With a credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express)
Via Paypal
Don’t want to pay by credit card? Netflix gift cards are an alternative you can use. You can buy these at the post office or in shops, for example.
You can also run your subscription through partner companies. In that case, you can pay Netflix via your Swisscom or Sunrise bill.
How many people will use the subscription on how many devices? For multiple people to have access, the standard or premium plan is worth buying. If several people use the same device, you can also create several profiles in the basic plan.
How important is video quality to you? If high resolution is important to you, you should also choose the standard or premium plan. However, the premium plan is only worth it if you have a TV with 4K resolution. However, not all titles are available in 4K.
Do you need 3D audio on Netflix? The feature produces a spatial sound experience in headphones or stereo systems. It is only included in the premium subscription. However, with a surround system, you have the spatial sound even without 3D audio.
3. Share access with additional Netflix membership
According to the Netflix terms of service, you may only share the subscription with people in the same household. Since June 2023, Netflix has been enforcing this rule more strictly. This means people outside of your home network cannot use Netflix.
You can add extra members to your account for an additional charge. This is the only way for people outside your household to use your account. You pay an additional 5.90 francs per month for each additional member. How many additional members you can add depends on your plan.
As an additional member, you have your own Netflix login. To keep your data such as your movie list, you can use the transfer function. Profile transfers are also possible if you purchase your own Netflix subscription.
Important: the owner of the account must allow the profile transfer.
4. When and how can I cancel my Netflix subscription?
You can cancel your Netflix subscription at any time. Netflix charges the subscription on a monthly basis. After cancellation, it ends at the end of the billing period. Until then, you can still use your account.
You can cancel your subscription on your computer, smartphone or tablet. It isn’t possible using the interface on a smart TV.
Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner and then on “Account”. Select “Membership” on the right-hand side and scroll down. There you will see the “Cancel membership” button. Then follow the next steps.
In the app, go to your profile picture in the bottom-right corner. Click on the three lines in the top-right corner. Select “Account”. In the next window, click on “Cancel membership”. Follow the next steps.
5. Which devices can I use to watch Netflix?
You can use Netflix on all devices on which the app is installed.
The Netflix app is available for:
PCs and laptops (app and browser)
Smartphones and tablets (Android, iOS, Windows, Amazon Fire)
Smart TVs (various manufacturers)
Blu-ray players (various manufacturers)
Game consoles (Playstation, Xbox, Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest headsets)
Streaming players (Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV)
TV boxes from TV providers
6. What can I watch on Netflix in Switzerland?
According to Justwatch, you can stream over 7,500 titles on Netflix in Switzerland (as of September 2024):
Over 5,000 films
Over 2,500 series and TV shows
Netflix is known for a large, diverse range of genres. In addition, it has many in-house productions. Swiss productions also feature quite regularly.
Netflix also offers games on smartphones and tablets. However, you must download them from the Play Store or App Store. If you cancel your subscription, you will no longer be able to play the games.
Popular series on Netflix include:
Squid Game (Netflix production)
Wednesday (Netflix production)
Stranger Things (Netflix production)
Bridgerton (Netflix production)
Friends
Suits
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Popular movies on Netflix include:
Red Notice (Netflix production)
Don’t Look Up (Netflix production)
The Adam Project (Netflix production)
Bird Box (Netflix production)
Joker
Dune
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
What languages does Netflix offer?
Netflix generally offers the films in the original language and various dubbed versions. German is often available – but not always. In addition, subtitles are usually available in different languages.
Using Netflix on holiday
The Netflix service varies by country. The same applies to the languages offered. So check what’s available at the destination before you travel.
You can also download the relevant episodes before the trip. Alternatively, you can use a VPN. You can read more about this in our overview of streaming services in Switzerland.
7. What alternatives are there to Netflix?
Some users download series and films from download platforms online. This is legal in Switzerland for private use (Art. 19 of the Copyright Act).
In addition to Netflix, there are other paid and free streaming services.
Replay TV as an alternative: what offers are there?
Replay TV enables time-delayed television and is an alternative to streaming. The replay function varies depending on the provider. It’s worth comparing the different services.
This article was first published on 22.03.2021
