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Peacock Streams: How Many Devices You Can Watch On At The Same Time

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Peacock subscribers can stream on a maximum of three different devices at the same time. This allowance is regardless of whether subscribing to the Premium or Premium Plus tier. All subscribers get access to the same number of streams, with no option to upgrade.

Simultaneous streams has become an increasingly important feature for subscribers, as this dictates just how many people sharing a subscription can access the service at the same time. With services like Peacock now offering more content than ever before, including live channels and live sports, it is likely that more family members will want to watch the same service at the same time.

With this in mind, it is important to be aware of the number of streams, as well as any additional limitations, before signing up for a subscription.

All Peacock Subscribers Get Access To Three streams

Peacock currently offers all subscribers the option to stream on up to three devices at the same time, and regardless of their subscription tier.

At present, three streams is the only option available. As Peacock doesn’t offer any possibility to upgrade, Premium and Premium Plus subscribers will have to ensure they stay within the three-stream limit, or consider paying for a second subscription to gain access to an additional three streams.

One of the limitations that often surfaces with simultaneous streams is device support. However, that’s not an issue with Peacock. Subscribers to either paid plan can stream on any three compatible devices at the same time, including smart TVs and other home or living room devices.

How Peacock’s simultaneous streams Compare

While Peacock’s three streams might be a little limited for busier households, it is in line with the industry average. In fact, it is a little better than the average, considering some competing streaming services offer fewer streams.

For example, while Netflix offers subscribers the option to stream on up to four devices at the same time, that’s only for those signed up to the most expensive tier. If signed up to any of the other plans, subscribers are limited to just two streams.

Here’s a look at how Peacock’s simultaneous streams compares to other popular streaming services.

ServiceStreamsPrice p/m
Apple TV+6$10
Disney+4$7-14
Hulu2$8
Max2-4$10-21
Netflix2-4$6-23
Paramount+3$7-14
Peacock3$7/$14
Prime Video3$9

Overall, Peacock’s stream allowance is pretty good and the fact that all subscribers get access to the same number of streams is a selling point. However, without any option to upgrade to more streams when needed, there may be times when families and busier households find the allowance to be too limited.


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John Finn is the Editor of Streaming Better, a platform created to help consumers navigate the complicated live TV streaming and subscription service market. John has been covering technology and streaming for online publications since 2014.

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Discussion

  1. Green Acres 1978 Avatar
    Green Acres 1978

    I only stream on my laptop and don’t have enough storage to download the app.
    so I stream on Google web browser. I cleared out all of my 1 devices. and it is still saying too many devices signed in. I waited 30 minutes. went to Dplus and watched some things on web browser only no problem. come back an hour later same message. WTF????

  2. Nancy Avatar
    Nancy

    Having the same issued, I have paid for premium and can only watch it on 1 TV. We have a firestick on all the TVs and when we download Peacock they want you to purchase it again.

  3. Carmen Avatar
    Carmen

    I paid premium but on bedroom tv. Now I can’t get on living room tv unless pay again! Why?

    1.  Avatar
      Anonymous

      Same issue I have it on living room tv but won’t let me watch it in my bedroom without purchasing it again whats the issue here

    2. DOROTHY Avatar
      DOROTHY

      Having the same problem. They want you to pay for each tv

  4. Debbie Avatar
    Debbie

    I have premium on one TV why can I get premium on my second TV

  5. Dee Avatar
    Dee

    Why can’t I play law and order on both tv with peacock it keeps saying you are already subscribed to this account.

  6.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    I have 2devices , why do l have to log-in twice as l already have an account or to upgrade to Premium status

    1.  Avatar
      Anonymous

      I can’t log into 2 different devices either. One is an iPhone and one is a galaxy. What do I do?

  7. Bonny Avatar
    Bonny

    Well at least I’m not alone trying to stream on my other devices I think they need to address the issue

    1. DOROTHY Avatar
      DOROTHY

      I think it’s a scam just to get more money. They say it’s free but to see extra episodes you have to pay. I can’t get premium on my other TV and I have paid for it but I will be canceling it.

  8. Judy Avatar
    Judy

    I am having the same issue and have wasted a morning trying to resolve it. It will stream on my tv through my Roku device but not on my Samsung tablet

  9. Mike Avatar
    Mike

    I’m trying to log in another TV. Where is the log in?

    1.  Avatar
      Anonymous

      I’m trying to login on another tv in my home but it says I already have an account set up. What do I do?

  10. Lynda Avatar
    Lynda

    I started with an account on my iPhone and I am buying premium .Can not get my account to play in my iPad thru premium .. only can watch the free shows.
    Any suggestions how to resolve this?

    1. Simply4u Avatar
      Simply4u

      Having same issue through Roku. Super frustrated?

  11. M. Brown Avatar
    M. Brown

    I am having trouble logging in to peacock on my other devices using the same id and password. Do I need a different password for each device?

    1. John Finn Avatar
      John Finn

      No, different devices do not require a different ID and password. It is just the one. What sort of warning do you get when trying?

    2. Bonny Avatar
      Bonny

      I have the same problem my premium works on my Rome but will not on my iPad and iphone

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