Ever since Google launched its Google AI Pro program (formerly known as Google One AI Premium), many users have been asking for the addition of an annual plan. Some Android flagships offer a free trial of Gemini Advanced through Google One AI Premium upon purchase, but ultimately users are required to pay for the AI benefits. Until now, this was only possible through a monthly subscription, which can quickly become tedious.
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Google had previously hinted at adding an annual subscription to Google AI Pro — and now it’s making it a reality. As spotted by 9to5Google, Google has introduced an annual subscription for Google AI Pro (2TB) that costs $199.99 per year. The monthly Google AI Pro plan costs $19.99, so the annual fee saves you about 16% , or $40 in total.
Google AI Pro was already available on an annual basis, but only for the 5TB plan, which costs $24.99 per month or $249.99 per year. If you need to upgrade to higher plans, such as 10TB, 20TB, 30TB , or even Google AI Ultra, then you'll have to stick with the monthly plan, as those tiers don't yet offer an annual subscription.
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Not all accounts currently have the option to pay annually for the Google AI Pro plan. However, other accounts have already gained the ability to switch from monthly to annual billing.
We hope Google will extend this option to new subscribers. However, if you're new to Google One, the monthly plan is still a good starting option. If you're happy with the AI benefits, you can upgrade to an annual subscription.
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A related element to the above is that Google, by expanding its AI subscription packages, is trying to integrate AI capabilities deeper (via Gemini Advanced) into its users' everyday services, such as Google Docs, Gmail, and Google Drive. This shows that Google is still "testing the waters" when it comes to subscription models for AI platform , adjusting its plans based on demand and user experience.
Source: androidauthority
