Katarzyna Petru
Not long ago, YouTube Premium Lite in Poland seemed like a heavily stripped-down option with minimal benefits. Now, Google is implementing changes that significantly enhance the value of the cheapest package.
Background Playback and Offline Downloading
The most important new feature is the ability to play movies in the background on phones and tablets. This is a feature that was previously lacking and was one of the main reasons why users chose the more expensive plan. Additionally, Premium Lite now allows downloading movies to the device's memory so they can be watched without internet access. This option will be handy while travelling or in areas with limited reception. However, there are exceptions. The changes do not apply to Shorts or music content, including official music videos.
Fewer Ads, But Not Completely Gone
Google also announces a reduction in the number of ads in the Premium Lite plan. They won't disappear entirely, but are expected to appear less frequently. According to information provided by YouTube, ads will not be displayed among others in content related to gaming, fashion, beauty, or news. They may still appear in music content, Shorts, and during searches. It’s a compromise, but at this price, it may be sufficient for many users. The current prices for YouTube Premium in Poland are as follows: YouTube Premium Lite – 17.99 zł per month, Student plan – 18.99 zł per month, YouTube Premium – 29.99 zł per month, YouTube Premium Family – 59.99 zł per month. Premium Lite still does not include access to YouTube Music Premium. In this respect, nothing has changed.
YouTube Premium Lite is no longer just a symbolic “light” plan. Background playback, offline downloads, and limited ads mean that for 17.99 zł a month, we get much more than before. For those who don’t need YouTube Music, this version could become the most cost-effective choice.
source: youtube
