The monthly cost for Tablo's Premium Service for a year varies based on whether you choose a monthly or an annual subscription plan. Opting for an annual plan can lead to significant savings compared to paying month-to-month.
Tablo offers its Premium Service in both the USA and Canada, with distinct pricing for each region. The "cost per month for a year" can be interpreted in two ways: the rate you pay if you subscribe monthly, or the effective average monthly cost if you opt for an annual subscription.
Pricing Details for Tablo Premium Service
Here's a breakdown of the costs per month for a year, considering both payment options:
For Customers in the USA
- Monthly Subscription: If you choose to subscribe on a month-to-month basis, Tablo Premium Service costs $2.00 USD per month. Over a full year, this amounts to $24.00 USD ($2.00 USD x 12 months). Your cost per month remains $2.00 USD.
- Annual Subscription: For those who opt for the annual plan, the cost is $20.00 USD per year. When calculated as a monthly average over a year, this comes out to approximately $1.67 USD per month ($20.00 USD divided by 12 months). This option provides a discount compared to the cumulative monthly payments.
For Customers in Canada
- Monthly Subscription: Canadian subscribers opting for a monthly payment plan will pay $3.00 CAD per month. Over a full year, this totals $36.00 CAD ($3.00 CAD x 12 months). Your cost per month remains $3.00 CAD.
- Annual Subscription: The annual plan for Canadian users costs $30.00 CAD per year. When spread across 12 months, this averages to an exact $2.50 CAD per month ($30.00 CAD divided by 12 months). This annual payment option offers savings over paying monthly.
Subscription Cost Comparison
The table below summarizes the costs, highlighting the monthly rates and the effective monthly costs when an annual plan is chosen:
Region | Subscription Type | Monthly Rate (if paying monthly) | Total Annual Cost | Effective Monthly Cost (if paying annually) |
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USA | Monthly | $2.00 USD | $24.00 USD | N/A (paid monthly) |
USA | Annual | N/A | $20.00 USD | ~$1.67 USD |
Canada | Monthly | $3.00 CAD | $36.00 CAD | N/A (paid monthly) |
Canada | Annual | N/A | $30.00 CAD | $2.50 CAD |
Why Choose an Annual Plan?
Choosing the annual subscription for Tablo Premium Service can be a cost-effective solution if you plan to use the service for a full year or more. By paying annually, you secure a lower effective monthly rate compared to the standard monthly billing. For instance, in the USA, an annual subscription saves you $4.00 USD per year compared to 12 monthly payments, and in Canada, it saves $6.00 CAD annually.