Walmart Touts Free Peacock Access for Walmart+ Members on Heels of Streamer’s Latest Price Hike
Walmart is promoting its membership service at a steep discount while bundling free streaming access, timing the offer strategically around a competitor's price increase. The retailer is offering Walmart+ for just $1 during the first month—a 92% reduction from its standard $12.95 monthly rate—with members gaining complimentary access to Peacock. The promotion coincides with NBCUniversal's announcement of Peacock's latest price hike, raising the service from $10.99 to $12.99 per month, marking the streamer's fourth increase within four years.
The bundled offer represents significant consumer value, as Peacock does not provide free trials and this arrangement offers full streaming access at no additional cost. Walmart+ membership also includes perks such as unlimited free delivery, early sale access, fuel discounts reaching 10 cents per gallon, and partnership discounts with retailers like Burger King and travel services through Expedia. Members have the alternative option to select a free Paramount+ subscription instead, broadening the membership's appeal as streaming services continue raising prices.
- Walmart+ discounted to $1 per month (first month) includes free Peacock streaming access
- Peacock announced its fourth price increase in four years, raising to $12.99/month
- Bundle provides rare no-cost Peacock access; members can alternately choose Paramount+