Blinkist Price History & How to Cancel
Blinkist costs $15.99/mo or $99/yr for 15-minute key insights from nonfiction books and podcasts.
How much does Blinkist cost?
| Plan | Current price |
|---|---|
| Premium (monthly) | $15.99/mo |
| Premium (annual) | $99/yr |
| Pro (with AI summaries) | $174.99/yr |
US list prices; taxes, promotions, and app-store billing may differ. Last reviewed August 17, 2026.
Verify on the official pricing pageBlinkist price history
April 2024
Launched Blinkist Pro tier ($174.99/yr) featuring personalized AI book guides.
How to cancel Blinkist
- 1Web: Go to blinkist.com/en/settings/account → Subscription → Cancel subscription.
- 2iOS / Android: Open device Settings → Subscriptions → Blinkist → Cancel.
- 3Confirm cancellation; you will keep library access until the current term ends.
Subscriptions started through Apple or Google mobile stores must be cancelled in device settings at least 24 hours prior to renewal.
Open the official account or cancellation pageWhat to know before you cancel
Blinkist's 7-day trial defaults to the annual $99 charge. If you get charged unintentionally, Blinkist offers a 14-day money-back guarantee for first-time web purchases if you contact support@blinkist.com promptly.
Free trial policy
7-day free trial. Warning: automatically charges the $99 annual fee if not cancelled 24 hours before expiration.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Blinkist?
Current US list prices for Blinkist are Premium (monthly): $15.99/mo · Premium (annual): $99/yr · Pro (with AI summaries): $174.99/yr. Taxes, promotions, bundles, and third-party billing can change the final price.
How do I cancel Blinkist?
Start here: Web: Go to blinkist.com/en/settings/account → Subscription → Cancel subscription. Complete the remaining confirmation steps before leaving the account page, and save the cancellation email or screenshot.
Can I get a refund if I forgot to cancel the Blinkist trial?
If you signed up on the web, email support@blinkist.com within 14 days of the charge to request a refund. If billed through Apple App Store, submit a refund request at reportaproblem.apple.com.
Can I use Blinkist for free?
Yes. The free Blinkist Basic plan gives you access to one daily pre-selected book summary chosen by the editors.
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