Standard vs Premium — What Each Plan Gives You
|
Standard |
Premium |
| Full library, ad-free |
Yes |
Yes |
| Video quality |
1080p Full HD |
4K UHD + HDR10 / Dolby Vision |
| Dolby Atmos audio |
No |
Yes |
| Offline downloads |
30 titles |
100 titles |
| Live Sports (MLB, NHL) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Official price/mo |
$18.49 |
$22.99 |
| On GGPICK — 6 months |
from $2.13/mo |
from $3.31/mo |
| On GGPICK — 12 months |
from $1.58/mo |
from $2.20/mo |
Standard or Premium: the only question that matters
Standard gives you the complete MAX library in 1080p, ad-free, with offline downloads and live sports. The only reason to choose Premium is if you watch on a 4K display and want Dolby Vision or Dolby Atmos — MAX has one of the better 4K catalogs among streaming services, with titles like House of the Dragon, The Last of Us, and select Warner Bros. films available in 4K HDR. The offline download limit also jumps from 30 to 100 titles on Premium, which matters if you travel frequently. If you watch on a laptop, phone, or a non-4K TV, Standard is the rational choice.
What MAX Actually Carries — and Why It Is Different
MAX is the only streaming service that combines the full HBO catalog with Warner Bros. theatrical releases, Discovery and CNN content, and live sports in a single subscription. HBO Originals — The Last of Us, House of the Dragon, The White Lotus, Succession, True Detective, The Wire — represent some of the most critically acclaimed television ever produced. Warner Bros. films typically arrive on MAX within 45 days of theatrical release. Discovery content covers documentaries, nature, and food programming. Live sports includes select MLB and NHL games. No other platform replicates this combination.
6 Months or 12 Months — How to Decide
The 12-month option saves roughly 26% compared to two back-to-back 6-month purchases. MAX releases its biggest originals in seasons — House of the Dragon, The White Lotus, and similar prestige titles drop one season at a time with gaps of 12–18 months between them. If you subscribe specifically to follow one or two shows, 6 months gives you flexibility to pause between seasons. If you watch consistently across the library — films, documentaries, sports — 12 months is the straightforward choice.
How Your Account Access Works
After purchase, the seller delivers login credentials for an active MAX account and specifies which profile is yours. You log in, switch to your profile, and start watching. Your profile stores your watchlist, continue-watching queue, and preferences separately from other users on the account.
Account rules — read before logging in
- Do not change the account password or email address
- Do not enable two-factor authentication on the main account
- Use only the profile assigned to you — do not create, rename, or delete other profiles
- Do not change the account plan or billing settings
- If MAX displays a household verification prompt, contact the seller immediately through your order page
- You can freely update your own profile name, avatar, and language settings
Why GGPICK
GGPICK has been operating as a digital marketplace for over 5 years. Across more than 500,000 completed orders, the refund rate is 0.15% — one of the lowest in the category. Every seller on the platform is verified, and every order is covered by buyer protection: if the account stops working, the seller is required to replace it. If the seller does not respond, open a dispute and GGPICK resolves it for the remaining subscription period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is every title on MAX available in 4K on Premium?
No. 4K availability depends on the title. HBO Originals and major Warner Bros. films are typically available in 4K UHD with HDR10 or Dolby Vision on Premium. Older catalog titles and Discovery content are generally in 1080p. MAX automatically plays the highest quality available for your device and plan — you cannot manually override the resolution.
What is Dolby Atmos on MAX?
Dolby Atmos is an immersive audio format available on Premium that creates a three-dimensional sound experience on compatible soundbars, home theater systems, and headphones. It is available on select titles — primarily HBO Originals and Warner Bros. films. On standard TV speakers or non-compatible audio setups, you will not notice a difference from standard audio.
Does MAX include live sports on Standard?
Yes. Live sports — select MLB and NHL games — are included on both Standard and Premium plans. Sports stream in Full HD 1080p on Standard. On Premium, select live sports broadcasts are available in Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision. Note that sports on Premium are limited to 2 simultaneous streams even on the 4-stream plan.
MAX is asking me to verify my household — what do I do?
MAX periodically sends household verification prompts to accounts. If you see this message, contact the seller immediately through your order page — do not attempt to verify the household yourself, as this requires access to the account email. The seller handles verification and will restore your access. This is a known issue with shared accounts and sellers on GGPICK are experienced in resolving it.
Does the account work outside the US?
MAX is available in a growing number of countries. In regions where MAX is not officially available, access requires a VPN set to a supported country. The seller listing specifies the account region — check this before purchasing if you are outside the US or a supported territory.
What if the account stops working mid-subscription?
Message the seller directly from your order page — they are required to resolve the issue or provide a replacement account. If the seller does not respond, open a dispute in your order and GGPICK steps in to handle it for the remaining period. Over 500,000 orders completed, 0.15% refund rate.
