How Showmax stands out from other VoD services in Africa

Africans are now spoiled for choice when choosing subscription video on demand (SVOD) services to stream content, but Showmax stands out from the rest.

Competitively priced at only $8.99pm, allows you to catch up on some of the most popular series from episode one, including Game of Thrones, Friends, and Big Bang Theory.

In September, Showmax will also have all three Hobbit movies available so you can binge on the epic adventure from the very beginning.

Here are some other great reasons to subscribe to Showmax.

Local

Showmax boasts an extensive catalogue of African content, including Afrikaans, Ghanaian and Nigerian movies, local stand-up comedy and several locally produced series.

In September, Showmax will also be offering the South African powerhouse series Suidooster and Saints and Sinners.

Top international content

Showmax has exclusive access to the very best in international content, adding new series and movies every week.

In September, coming first to Showmax is the miniseries Tut, an epic story about the all-powerful pharaoh Tutankhamun, along with Mr Robot Season 3 coming in October.

Showmax also brings shows ‘Express from the US’, such as Younger (Season 4, episodes 11 and 12) and the brand-new Season 21 of South Park, shortly after it is aired in the USA.

It also offers several HBO series, with Big Little Lies launching in September, along with some BBC content, including shows like Call the Midwife and the Dr Who spin-off Class.

Showmax also offers some really exciting kids’ shows, including a new season of Transformers: Robots in Disguise.

Data-saving options

Showmax offers several data-saving options for its users, and you can limit the resolution you receive.

You can also estimate the amount of data you need to watch streaming video with Showmax’s handy online bandwidth calculator.

Showmax also supports adaptive bitrates, which automatically adapts your stream to the best quality your line will support, but if you want to save data, you can manually set limits on video quality.

You are also able to download up to 25 shows on Wi-Fi and watch offline on your Android or Apple smartphones and tablets.

Streaming is available on mobile devices as well as laptops, Apple TV, DStv Explora, Chromecast, Airplay and smart TVs – and now the Xbox One gaming console as well.

The Showmax app for the Xbox One is now available on the Xbox store, allowing you to stream online content directly to your TV screen.

Great affordability

Showmax is one of the best-value services available, and the full premium catalogue is still available at its launch price of $8.99 per month, giving you access to two simultaneous HD streams.

Pay without a credit card

Another standout feature is the fact that it’s priced in Rands (so no currency exchange surprises), and you can subscribe without a credit card.

Prepaid vouchers for Showmax are available to buy at selected Pick n Pay and CNA stores, Game, Makro, HiFi Corp and Incredible Connection stores in South Africa.

You can also pay with Pick n Pay Smart Shopper points, FNB eBucks vouchers, Standard Bank UCount Vouchers, and ABSA Rewards Vouchers (only in SA).

Furthermore, you can add Showmax to your Vodacom account whether you are a pre-paid or contract customer.

For more information or to sign up, go to Showmax.com.