If you’ve been jamming out to your favorite tunes on Spotify Premium for Ksh 299 per month, it’s time to adjust your budget a little. In an email I received this morning, Spotify announced that prices will increase starting next month.
Spotify AB is raising the price of your subscription for “Spotify: Music and Podcasts (Premium Individual)” from Ksh 299.00/month to Ksh 339.00/month, effective November 8, 2024.
Starting on that date, the price of the Individual plan will rise to Ksh 339 per month. That’s right—your musical ride is getting a tad more expensive, but not by much. If you’re subscribed to other plans, don’t think you’ve dodged this one: the Student Plan will increase from Ksh 149 to Ksh 169, the Duo Plan will leap from Ksh 349 to Ksh 439, and the Family Plan will climb from Ksh 479 to Ksh 549.
Spotify states that these price hikes are necessary to keep innovating and improving their services. Sounds like a fair trade, right? After all, the cost of musical happiness can’t stay the same forever.
This isn’t just a Kenya-specific change. Back in June, Spotify raised prices for its U.S. users, with the Individual plan now costing $11.99 per month (up from $10.99). The Duo plan increased to $16.99 (from $14.99), and the Family plan hit $19.99 (up from $16.99).
Canada also joined the price hike trend this week with increases of up to 24%. And let’s not forget our Nigerian neighbors, who are facing a staggering 40% surge in their subscriptions, now paying ₦1,300/month (up from ₦900).
If you’re looking for a less wallet-stretching option, Spotify’s Mini plan is still available for Ksh 69 per week. This mobile-only plan provides offline listening for up to 30 songs, and you still get basic audio quality—all for a one-time payment. It’s perfect for anyone wanting premium features without committing to a full monthly subscription. It may not sound as grand as the full Premium, but let’s be honest: sometimes all you need is 30 songs on shuffle to vibe through the week.
As we brace for the November price hikes, remember that your playlist will stay intact—and with any luck, some of those new “innovations” Spotify promises might be just around the corner. In the meantime, it might be worth exploring that Mini plan if you’re not ready to dive into the deeper end of Spotify’s pricing pool just yet.