MUBI does not compete to have thousands of titles: it focuses on a carefully selected curation of auteur cinema, restored classics, and festival films.

For those choosing it in Argentina, it's worth knowing how much it really costs and how to pay before subscribing, because the list price and the amount on your statement do not match.

Here you will see the plans, the impact of taxes, and payment options. Download the belo app and find out how to manage your payments in pesos and dollars.

What does MUBI offer and how is it different from other platforms?

MUBI functions more like a digital cinematheque than an endless catalog. Its selection is hand-curated and includes auteur cinema, festival films, and classic titles that rarely appear on other platforms.

You can watch it on the web, on Smart TVs (LG and Samsung), Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, and on iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets.

How much does MUBI cost in Argentina?

MUBI displays prices for Argentina in pesos. According to information published by the platform itself, the monthly plan costs $8,000 and the annual plan costs $66,000.

The annual plan is equivalent to about $5,500 per month, roughly 31% less than paying for twelve consecutive months. Since prices in pesos are adjusted frequently, it's best to confirm the amount on the subscription screen.

If the checkout total does not include taxes, paying with an Argentine bank card adds 21% VAT and a 30% tax withholding for Income Tax and Personal Assets Tax.

In some provinces, Gross Income Tax (Ingresos Brutos) is added, around 2%. The PAIS Tax ended in December 2024. Altogether, the final cost ends up being more than 50% above the published price.

Estimate with taxes added

The estimate multiplies the price by 1.53. It is a benchmark and not an exact value: the final amount depends on your bank, your province, and whether MUBI already includes taxes in the displayed price.

How to pay for MUBI from Argentina?

Since the price is in pesos, the subscription is paid with a payment method in pesos. What changes from one option to another is which taxes your card adds and how easy it is for you to track your spending.

If you want to understand the differences, there is a guide on how the cost changes depending on the card you use abroad.

To keep your subscriptions separate from your bank card, the belo prepaid Mastercard is designed for everyday payments in pesos within Argentina. You load the balance you want to spend, and the charge is deducted from there.

The belo LUX virtual card is tailored for services that charge in dollars. It is a virtual card for international purchases issued in Puerto Rico, with a 1% fee on international purchases.

Services that verify whether the card is domestic may decline it, even if you have a balance. If the charge appears in pesos when you subscribe to MUBI, the appropriate option is a payment method in pesos.

If it appears in dollars, LUX can work: check the currency on the checkout screen before confirming. For payments in that currency, there is a guide on how to pay in dollars without a credit card.

Something similar happens with other streaming subscriptions, where the cost depends on the billing currency and the payment method. Download the belo app and check the current terms according to your account.

Frequently asked questions about MUBI in Argentina: price, catalog, and how to pay for the subscription

Does MUBI have a free trial in Argentina?

MUBI usually offers a free trial period, which some sources list as 7 days. Availability changes and it is not always active, so it is best to check when creating your account. If you use it, note the date to cancel before the first charge.

Can I cancel the subscription at any time?

Yes, cancellation is done from your account settings and stops automatic renewal. Refund policies, especially for the annual plan, should be reviewed in MUBI's terms before signing up.

What is the difference between paying with a bank card and with belo LUX?

With an Argentine bank card, the bank applies taxes and withholdings to the charge. The belo LUX card operates with a balance in dollars or USDT and is useful when the service charges in that currency. Since MUBI displays prices in pesos for Argentina, it is best to verify which currency the charge is processed in before choosing your card.

Does MUBI work on Smart TVs or only on mobile phones?

It works on the web, on LG and Samsung Smart TVs, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, and on mobile devices. Exact compatibility depends on the model and operating system.

Is the annual plan worth it?

The annual plan saves about 31% compared to paying twelve monthly installments. It is worth it if you already know you will keep the subscription, because it is paid all at once, with taxes included in a single statement.