Streaming services popular in Korea, with prices in Korean won. Some need a Korean payment method or account to sign up.
A global anime OTT that streams Japanese anime right after it airs, officially entering Korea in October 2026
Price checked 2026-10-14, source: news.mtn.co.kr/news-detail/2026100819113494417. Prices and benefits may change. Check the official site before you pay.
Some information has not yet been verified against official sources. Please check the official site before you pay.
Pros
- New Japanese shows available quickly
- Mega Fan costs only ₩1,000 more than Fan but allows 4 simultaneous streams
- No ads on either plan (based on press reports)
Cons
- Anime only, so the range of content is narrow
- Korean subtitles and localization are still expanding
- Free use, quality and yearly plans are not officially confirmed
These are opinions compiled by Pickx from public sources.
Main content
- New Japanese anime released right after local airing (simulcast), more than 20 new shows previewed this fall
- Mega Fan includes Game Vault access
Partner discounts
No confirmed Korean partnerships
Good for
- People who follow new anime alone (Fan)
- Anime fans who share with family or friends (Mega Fan)
At a glance
Crunchyroll is a global anime OTT that posts Japanese animation right after it airs locally. It is run jointly by Sony Pictures Entertainment and Aniplex. On October 8, 2026 it announced its official entry into the Korean market and said it will expand Korean subtitles and localization. It previewed more than 20 new shows this fall.
Plans (needs checking)
| Plan | Monthly price | Simultaneous streams | Ads | Downloads | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fan | ₩9,900 | 1 device | No | Needs checking | Early access to new shows |
| Mega Fan | ₩10,900 | 4 devices | No | Yes | Game Vault access |
Prices and benefits are based on press reports. We have not yet confirmed KRW prices on the official price page. The yearly plan and top quality also need checking.
Who each plan suits
- Fan: People who follow new anime alone
- Mega Fan: Anime fans who share with family or friends (4 simultaneous streams for a ₩1,000 difference)
Free use
- Whether there is a free trial or free plan in Korea needs checking.
Notes
- Information checked on: 2026-10-14
- Needs checking: Official KRW prices, free use, top quality, downloads on the Fan plan, yearly plan
- The official price page (crunchyroll.com/ko/premium) is drawn by script, so we could not read its content.
- Sources: MTN report, EYESMAG
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Prices converted at 1 USD = ₩1,329.49 (2026-10-19). Original price shown in brackets. Taxes as listed by each provider.
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