How much do subscriptions cost over 10 years?

The average person spends $273/month on subscriptions, which totals over $32,000 over 10 years. Services like Adobe Creative Cloud can cost over $6,500 alone in that time.

What could I buy instead of paying for subscriptions?

Instead of renting content, you could own it. For example, your streaming subscription costs could buy vinyl records, books, or permanent digital purchases. Our calculator shows what you could own instead of paying monthly fees.

How can I reduce my subscription costs?

Use our calculator to see your total spend, identify expensive subscriptions, find cheaper alternatives, and cancel services you rarely use. Many services have free alternatives or one-time purchase options.

How much does Instacart Plus cost per year?

Instacart Plus costs $9.99/month, which equals $119.88 per year. Over 10 years, you'll spend $1198.80.

Is Instacart Plus worth it?

At $9.99/month ($1198.80 over 10 years), consider what you could buy instead: 1 week of groceries per year (~$100). Whether it's worth it depends on how often you use it.

How do I cancel Instacart Plus?

Cancellation difficulty for Instacart Plus is rated "Easy". You can cancel at: https://www.instacart.com/help/section/360007902791

What are alternatives to Instacart Plus?

Consider one-time purchase alternatives that don't require ongoing subscription fees.

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Instacart Plus

Free delivery on orders over $35, reduced service fees, and credit back on pickup orders.

Cost Breakdown

Monthly

$10

Yearly

$99

5 Years

$599

10 Years

$1,199

Reality check: Over the next decade, you'll spend $1,199 on Instacart Plus. That's equivalent to 80 meals out, or 24 books.

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Before You Subscribe

Known Issues

Pricing IssueSignificant Issue

Items on Instacart are often marked up compared to in-store prices, sometimes by as much as 20%. These markups are not always clearly disclosed per item.

Own vs Rent Calculator

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Total spent on Instacart Plus

$599.4

$9.99/mo × 12 months × 5 years

What you could OWN instead:

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You own: 0

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Buying

You own: 5+

Yours forever

The subscription trap: After 5 years, you've spent $599.4but own nothing. Cancel anytime and it's like you never subscribed. With ownership, you build a collection that lasts.