What Happened
Audible has reintroduced a seasonal promotional deal for its audio streaming and book services. According to Mashable, new and eligible returning subscribers can secure a three-month subscription to the Audible Standard plan for $0.99 per month, which totals less than $3 for the full promotional period. In addition to the discounted monthly rate, subscribers receive a free $20 Audible promotional credit to spend on audiobooks.
The Details
The Audible Standard plan normally costs $8.99 per month. Under the membership, users can select one audiobook every month from Audible's catalog of new releases and bestsellers, alongside unlimited streaming access to a library of podcasts playable via web browser, phone, or tablet.
Several conditions govern the subscription and the bonus offer:
- Standard Selections: Monthly picks remain in a user's library only while the membership is active and do not roll over. Unchosen monthly selections expire if not picked before the billing date refreshes.
- $20 Bonus Credit: The promotional credit is deposited into the user's account within 48 hours of payment verification, accompanied by a confirmation email. Unlike standard monthly selections, audiobooks bought using the cash credit are permanently owned by the user, even if they cancel their subscription.
- Credit Expiration: The $20 promotional credit must be spent by January 31, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. PT. It cannot be gifted or redeemed for cash.
- Eligibility: To qualify, users must not have a current active Audible account or trial, and must not have used more than two Audible promotions over the preceding 14 months.
- Renewal and Cancellation: After the three discounted months conclude, the plan automatically renews at the standard rate of $8.99 per month plus tax. Members can cancel online at any time via their Account Details page prior to the fourth billing date to avoid ongoing regular charges.
- Deadline: The special promotion is available through December 28 at 11:59 p.m. PT, with the promotional credit expiring on January 31, 2027.
Background
The Standard tier differs from Audible's pricier Premium Plus tier, which normally provides monthly credits that accumulate and remain owned by the user permanently upon cancellation. While standard monthly choices require an active subscription to access, the current promotion blends the lower-cost tier structure with an extra cash incentive to attract users during the winter travel and commuting season.