Stan Sport - Price, free trial and what's streaming

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As one of the first to market local streaming services, local streaming service Stan becoming heavy hitters in the local streaming TV Australian market. A joint venture between Fairfax and the Nine Network, Stan uses a subscription TV model with now more than 2 million monthly subscribers.

A flat fee each month lets you stream any TV and movie shows on the platform, whenever you like, from their large and constantly growing library of TV shows and movies. More recently, Stan has added a couple of major sports joining their roster like Super Rugby, Australian Open Tennis and much more.

What is Stan?

Since its launch, Aussie streaming service Stan has been adding new content every few days, catering both for mainstream audiences and those whose tastes are more alternative. Subscribers can stream in SD, HD, or 4K to multiple devices simultaneously — making Stan particularly good value for families and shared households.

Frequently referred to as ‘Australia’s answer to Netflix’, Stan is an Australian streaming service which launched in 2015, beating Netflix to the Aussie market by weeks. Recently, Stan has also started producing original content – including No Activity, which has been successfully adapted into a popular US series (also on Stan), the Logie Award winning Bloom, and the highly acclaimed TV series adaptations of Wolf Creek and Romper Stomper.

How much is Stan?

Stan offers several subscription plans. The standard Stan library – including TV shows and movies, starts at $10/month, with SD streaming available on one screen at a time. The $16/month and bumps image quality up to HD, and allows up to 3 users simultaneously. Finally, the Premium Plan, at $21, comes with 4K streaming on 4 devices at the same time. Perfect for families!

If you would like to add Stan Sport to your monthly billing you will first require one of the above subscriptions. Stan Sport can then be added for a further $15/month. That means that the cheapest way to access Stan Sport is $25/month.

The good news is that both of these services come with a 30 day trial so that you can check them out first. You are free to cancel monthly payments at any time therafter.

What TV shows, movies and sports does Stan offer

Stan more than holds its own when compared to major streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. You can watch everything from new drama from the US and UK to blockbuster movies and major sporting events like The Rugby Championship and Grand Slam Tennis. We’ve broken down some of the latest shows and Stan movies in our ‘What’s on Stan’ highlights page.

What’s new on Stan

Top-rated shows on Stan

From the acclaimed drama Breaking Bad to US hit Yellowstone, there’s plenty here to sink your teeth into – with new episodes and shows being added all the time, including a raft of Stan originals. Check out some of the best shows on Stan below.

Comedy shows on Stan

Stand-up comedy has been a major part of Stan content over the past two years. Some of the biggest names in the Australian comedy scene have had specials airing on the platform. So, if you’re looking for a laugh, Stan in the place to be.

Sci-fi & fantasy on Stan

Some of the biggest science fiction and fantasy shows are available to stream on Stan. From Doctor Who to The Handmaid’s Tale, the streaming service offers the best in the genre.

Horror & thriller on Stan

Horror fans have heaps of terror-filled movies to watch on Stan, from classics to latest releases, your options are unlimited. Check out some of your awesome choices below.

Action & adventure on Stan

Nothing beats a bag of popcorn and a great action-packed superhero or adventure flick, whether you’re snuggled up with a partner, with the family, or just chilling on your own. Here you’ll find some of the most action-packed Stan movies you can watch instantly.

Feel-good & romance on Stan

Looking for a great tearjerker and some unbelievably feel-good romance films? Look no further than Stan movies collection of the best uplifting and romantic dramas!

Documentaries on Stan

For fans of factual content, there are dozens of docos to stream instantly. Here are just some of them.

What is Stan Sport?

Stan Sport is an all-new offering from Stan that launched in 2021. Stan Sport is renowned for acquiring the rights to Australian Rugby, from The Rugby Championship right through to Super Rugby and the Bledisloe Cup. They have also exclusive rights to several major Grand Slam Tennis events in the shape of Rolland Garros, Wimbledon and the Australian Open.

More recently, Stan Sport has acquired Indy Car, EUFA Champions League and their portfolio continues to grow. More sports are expected to be added in the coming months and will be highlighted here on our Stan Sport TV guide once announced.

Stan Sport list of sports

Stan Sport will have exclusive rights to a number of major sporting events, giving them a range of content unlike many of their rival streaming providers.

Stan Event – the new Pay Per View

Stan has recently launched a new service to their streaming TV portfolio called Stan Event.

It is a pay-per-view initiative and currently has a limited number of boxing events on the books.

To get Stan Event, you’ll need to firstly sign up to Stan (remember, there’s a free trial so you can cancel at any time) and then you’ll need to specifically sign up for Stan Event (one-off purchase for each fight).

The cost for Stan Event will vary according to the fight or event, but the latest fights look set to be anywhere from $20 – $50 add-on to your Stan Subscription.

You do not have to add-on the Stan Sport package in order to purchase Stan Event. For more information visit the Stan website.

How does Stan compare to other streaming services?

Stan is certainly a leader in the competitive world of modern providers. Their pricing is pretty similar to Netflix and BINGE, and more expensive than Amazon. But, you certainly get value for what you pay for, with award winning shows such as Ramy sitting alongside Kidding and Miracle Workers.

They also really hold their own in terms of documentaries, particularly in the sports genre with Outcry and Brabham grabbing the attention of Aussie audiences. If you’re a fan of more independent, under the radar films, then it’s safe to say Stan will be your preferred choice.

How does Stan Sport compare to Kayo?

Stan Sport’s main rival in the Australian sports streaming market is without doubt Kayo. Whereas Kayo’s cheapest package stands at $25/month, which is slightly more expensive than Stan, the amount of sports available between the two is quite notable.

Stan Sport currently has the rights to two Grand Slam Tennis tournaments and major southern hemisphere rugby games. When compared to Kayo, which has over 50 live sports broadcast across the year, it’s a small figure in comparison. However, if you’re a big fan of rugby, and also popular TV shows and movies, then Stan Sports, by all means, is the logical option. Find out more about the two sports streaming services in this Kayo vs Stan comparison guide.

Stan Event vs Kayo Main Event

The Pay Per View streaming services vary significantly. Firstly, the range of content available is chalk and cheese. Kayo Main Event outweighs any current efforts Stan has put into the number of fights, but also the calibre of whose fighting.

Kayo Main Event ranges in price anywhere from $24 – $59 depending on the event showing, whereas it looks like Stan Event has a fixed fee of $60 per event.

Both services offer a great usability of the streaming platform and very easy to sign up right away. This is an important aspect to ensure you’re not stressing while trying to urgently sign up and watch the event.

How does Stan compare to Foxtel?

If you like to binge on series and enjoy sitting watching a movie with the family then Stan certainly ticks all the boxes. The Stan TV and Movie library competes with Foxtel admirably, but you could argue that the former carries more weight thanks to its partnerships with HBO and BBC.

Whereas Stan is certainly cheaper than Foxtel, the choice of added content is lacking when looking at sports and entertainment. Foxtel offers the complete package, with sports, movies and entertainment bundles available to all customers. This means Foxtel is definitely better suited to sports fans and larger families with broader tastes.

What devices are compatible with Stan?

There are several devices you can use to stream Stan. It works on PCs, Macs, mobile devices, Apple TV, Telstra TV, Fetch TV, Android TV, Chromecast, gaming consoles (Xbox One, PS3, PS4), and smart TVs (Hisense, Sony, LG, Samsung).  As you can see, you can easily access Stan on almost any device imaginable.

Is Stan the right streaming service for you?

Stan is an extremely well-priced TV and movie streaming service. The pricing structure is simple and everything is included in the $10 price except HD and 4k Ultra HD quality, which is worth paying extra for if you’ve got devices that support it. The user interface of the apps is great and very easy to use. The signup process takes just a few minutes, and the service’s compatibility with a wide range of devices is great, especially for streaming on TVs. But why not decide for yourself? Stan offers a 30-day free trial of the service and you can start watching in minutes.