What is Apple One? Despite Apple introducing its all-in-one subscription package back in 2020, plenty of iPhone and iPad users still don't know they could be saving money by taking advantage of the service. So, we've put together this guide detailing exactly what Apple One is and whether it's worth checking out for you.
Should you want to know about Apple's specific services, it's our how to cancel Apple TV and what is Apple Arcade? guides that you should read. Or, if you're looking for a new phone that's capable of making the most of Apple One, see our list of the best iPhones for gaming.
What is Apple One?
Apple One is a subscription service that combines various other Apple subscription services into one easy-to-understand package. If you use iCloud, Apple Music, Apple Arcade, or others, you can save monthly by subscribing to them all with Apple One rather than independently.
Apple One has the following:
- Apple Arcade
- Apple News
- iCloud
- Apple Music
- Apple Fitness
- Apple TV
Those are all the available Apple One apps that come with the most expensive bundle, but you can find out more about what the gaming service has to offer in our Apple Arcade review.
How much is Apple One?
There are multiple subscription options for Apple One. Depending on your needs and budget, you should pick the one that suits you best from the different packages below.
- Individual - $19.95 (£18.95) per month
- Apple Music
- Apple TV
- Apple Arcade
- iCloud with 50GB
- Family - $25.95 (£24.95) per month
- Can share with up to five other people
- Apple Music
- Apple TV
- Apple Arcade
- iCloud with 200GB
- Premier - $37.95 (£36.95) per month
- Can share with up to five other people
- Apple Music
- Apple TV
- Apple Arcade
- iCloud with 2TB
- Apple News
- Apple Fitness
These prices are slightly higher than they were at the start of last year, following an increase from Apple. However, we've also seen the price of individual subscriptions for almost all of the services above go up, so you're still saving money if you opt for Apple One over multiple different subscriptions.
Is Apple One worth it?
If you're trying to figure out whether Apple One is worth it or not for you, first think about how many Apple services you currently use. If it's more than three - for example, Apple TV, Apple Arcade, and Apple Music - then it's worth going for Apple One, as it evens out to a cheaper price every month. However, if you only use one or two of those apps, you're better off continuing to pay for them separately.
Can I get a free trial of Apple One?
Yes, you can get a free trial of Apple One. Just head over to the official Apple One website and hit the option for the free trial. There is a caveat in that you're not eligible for the freebie if you've used it before, but if you're a new user, that isn't an issue. The trial lasts for a month, so you can try out Apple Arcade and Apple Music before deciding whether you think they're worth continuing with the subscription. Just keep in mind you can only use it once, so if you've got a busy month coming up, it might be best to wait to activate your free trial.
There you have it, the answer to "What is Apple One?" Now, if you need some title suggestions to make the most of the gaming part of the subscription, our Apple Arcade games list can help you out.