If you're yet to check everyone off your holiday gift list, it's probably about switch your focus to digital deals. But rather than simply nabbing a gift card without much thought, why not give the gift of thousands of hours of interesting and educational documentaries? Curiosity Stream is one of our top picks for that kind of content and you can get a lifetime subscription for just $160. Without any monthly fees to pay, it's an ideal gift to give.
StackSocial warns that its deal is going to come to an end soon so make sure to order your new subscription sooner rather than later.
Why this deal matters
The list price for the lifetime Curiosity Stream account is $400 at StackSocial, so you're saving 60% through that lens, but Curiosity Stream doesn't currently offer a lifetime options directly. A better comparison is to the cost of an annual plan, which is $40. So the deal price of $160 is the equivalent of paying the annual price for the service for four years, so you're saving money from that point onward and saving yourself from recurring fees in perpetuity if you want to keep using the service. You're also shielding yourself from any future price increases.
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There are so many different streaming services around these days that it can be difficult to keep track of them all. You're probably already paying for services that offer movies, TV shows and sports. Curiosity Stream offers an ever-growing catalog of factual content.
From history to deep space to the wilds of nature, this streaming service gives you instant access to award-winning, educational digital content. Launched by Discovery Communications founder John Hendricks, Curiosity Stream delivers documentaries that cover a wide range of topics. Learn about deep space from Stephen Hawking, experience an excavation at Pompeii and travel the world experiencing new places -- from remote jungles to European cities -- all without leaving home. There are regular content updates, too, so we're betting it would take you more than a lifetime to watch it all.
The Curiosity Stream standard plan includes streaming and downloadable content, so you can watch movies offline when needed. It's easy to search, bookmark or resume viewing, and the service is compatible with mobile and desktop devices, as well as smart TVs, though if you plan to use an older device, you'll want to double-check the system requirements before your purchase. For example, requirements include Android and Android TV 5.0 and up, iOS 11 and up, Apple TV third-gen (and earlier via AirPlay) and Xbox One, among others. Just be sure to redeem the offer code within 30 days of purchase.
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And if Curiosity Stream isn't for you, be sure to hit up our list of the best streaming service deals for the latest offers on Disney Plus, Peacock, Paramount Plus and more.
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This is a digital deal, so you'll receive it almost immediately after making your purchase. That means you don't need to worry about shipping deadlines for USPS, FedEx, UPS, Amazon and others if you're buying this as a holiday gift. Instead, you'll be able to print out the access code and slip it into a card or stocking anytime or have it emailed directly to the recipient. If you want to see other last-minute gift ideas, check out our roundup of more great digital deals for the holidays.
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