Netflix’s two core competitors have both successfully launched add-ons to their video services over the past couple of years and Netflix hasn’t. Is Netflix missing a trick and potentially losing millions every year or are they creating an exclusive and most importantly, a simple home of their content?

Note: This is an opinion article.

What the heck are add-ons?

There are pros and cons to add-on channels so we’re going to take you through them and then we’d invite you to add your opinion in the comments down below.

Why Netflix Should Get Add-on Channels

The biggest reason for add-on channels? More content! Add-ons open up a brand new portal to content previously locked elsewhere. In the case of the above-mentioned channels, most of their content isn’t available on Netflix. HBO’s content remains completely off of Netflix, Cinemax content left Netflix several years ago and Starz only has their older stuff on Netflix.

Why Netflix Shouldn’t Get Add-ons Channels

Add-ons make your streaming life complicated. The whole point of streaming in the first place is to save money and if you’re having to subscribe to multiple services, you may end up spending more than the cable subscription you had in the first place. This speaks more add-ons as a whole but it’s still a point worth making.

Netflix is super simple at the moment. There are a few streaming plans which regard to the streaming quality and number of screens. Adding multiple subscriptions and tiered levels makes life potentially confusing.

Our Take

Our view is that channels makes sense for Netflix and we’re really surprised Netflix hasn’t ventured into this space yet. It’s a no-brainer to allow content creators to make more money and give viewers more choice. On balance, it may make the service complicated but given Netflix’s main competitors push in this sector, Netflix should catch up.

Will Add-ons come to Netflix?

As of right now, Netflix has announced no plans for add-ons to be added to Netflix.

What do you think? Should Netflix have add-ons added to its service? Let us known in the comments.