How can I pay less for Crunchyroll?
The most reliable option is to choose Crunchyroll Mega Fan, the plan that allows 4 streams at once, and split the cost between the members of the group. On Sharesub, a place costs £3.42 / month, fees included, instead of £8.99 for the full subscription. The Fan plan is cheaper, but it is limited to 1 screen and does not allow costs to be shared.
What is the difference between Fan and Crunchyroll Mega Fan?
Fan gives you the full catalogue and the simulcasts on 1 screen at a time, with offline downloads on 1 device and 5% off in the store. Crunchyroll Mega Fan allows 4 streams at once, offline downloads on several devices, Game Vault access and 10% off in the store. It is the only plan that lets several people share the cost.
How much does Crunchyroll Mega Fan cost per person?
In United Kingdom, Crunchyroll Mega Fan costs £8.99 / month for 4 streams at once. Split between 4 people, that is £2.25 per person / month. On Sharesub, free places in a group are promoted so that it fills up quickly.
Is Crunchyroll still free?
No. The free, ad-supported tier closed on 31 December 2025: since 1 January 2026 a subscription is required to watch episodes. A 7-day free trial remains, cut from 14 to 7 days in 2024, reserved for new accounts and rolling over into a paid subscription unless you cancel before it ends.
Can I download episodes and watch the simulcasts?
Yes. Simulcast episodes go live shortly after the Japanese broadcast, subtitled first and dubbed later for part of the catalogue. Crunchyroll Mega Fan lets you download episodes in the mobile app to watch offline on several devices; the Fan plan is limited to 1 device.
How does sharing a Crunchyroll account work?
A Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription allows 4 streams at once and up to 5 profiles, each with its own watchlist, history and recommendations. Every member of the group gets their own profile, kept separate from everyone else's. On Sharesub, the organiser remains the account holder and manages access.
Can I join or leave a Crunchyroll group whenever I want?
Yes. You choose an offer, pay for your place online, and the organiser then gives you access to the group. If all public offers are full, turn on the availability alert to be notified as soon as a place opens up. Payment is monthly with no commitment: you can leave the group at any time, and the current month remains due.
How does Sharesub make money?
Sharesub adds a service fee to the price paid by members. It is already included in the price shown for a place (£3.42 / month). Payments are processed by Stripe, a licensed payment provider. As a financial service, Sharesub can verify organisers' identity and hold funds for the relevant period, so that a refund is possible if the month is not used.