Best Cyber Monday subscription deals: streaming, VPNs, learning & productivity discounts

Cyber Monday brings some of the year’s most compelling subscription offers — from streaming bundles and audiobooks to VPNs and productivity tools. If you’ve been waiting to lock in a discounted annual plan or try a new service, now’s the time: many promotions cut prices dramatically but expire soon.

Below we’ve summarized standout deals across categories and added quick tips so you can pick the right offer without getting locked into an unwanted renewal price.

Top highlights

• Audible: 3 months for $3 — huge short-term value for audiobook lovers (auto-renews at full price after the promotion).
• MasterClass: 50% off annual All‑Access, now around $120/year — great for learning from top instructors across creative and professional topics.
• Disney+ + Hulu (Duo Basic): $60/year — the duo covers family‑friendly blockbusters plus current network and Hulu originals at a bargain rate.
• Apple TV+: 6 months for $36 (must subscribe directly via Apple).
• HBO Max: Ad‑supported tier about $36/year — big savings on premium content.
• Paramount+: 2 months for $6 — useful short trial for sports and CBS shows.
• VPNs: ExpressVPN, NordVPN, Surfshark and others offering steep multi‑year discounts — good time to buy a longer plan for the lowest effective price.

Other notable picks

• Productivity & privacy: 1Password (~$29/yr), LastPass Premium (~$18/yr), AdGuard lifetime deals and DeleteMe discounts for reducing online footprint.
• Mental wellness & learning: Headspace, Calm and Rosetta Stone often have deep discounts on annual or lifetime plans.
• Creative tools: Adobe Creative Cloud at roughly 50% off for a year can be a strong value for creators who need multiple apps.

How to pick the right deal

• Confirm eligibility: many promos are for new or eligible returning subscribers only — check the checkout page.
• Watch auto‑renewal terms: set a calendar reminder to cancel before renewal if you don’t want to continue at full price.
• Compare subscription length vs. needs: a 2–3 month trial is great for bingeing a specific show, while multi‑year VPN deals lower the annual cost substantially.
• Use family sharing when available: services like Apple TV+ and some subscriptions support family sharing — that can multiply the value.

Quick links (open in a new tab): Audible, MasterClass, Disney+ & Hulu, ExpressVPN, NordVPN.

Final thoughts

Cyber Monday subscription sales are ideal for short‑term trials or locking in lower rates on services you already use. But be mindful of renewal pricing and account eligibility. If you plan to keep a service long‑term, check whether the promotional period gives you enough time to evaluate value.

Discussion: Which subscription would you pick up this Cyber Monday — streaming, VPN, learning or productivity? Tell us which deal caught your eye and why.