# Low-Cost Audio Streaming Services The SiriusXM Essential Plan Offers Over 300 Channels By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-04-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siriusxm-essential References: [slashgear](https://www.slashgear.com/siriusxm-essential-streaming-plan-offers-300-radio-channels-19574203/) & [siriusxm](https://www.siriusxm.com) The SiriusXM Essential plan has been announced by the satellite radio service as a new option for consumers who are looking for a way to enjoy the best of music and entertainment audio from anywhere. Costing $8 per month, the streaming plan will provide subscribers with access to over 300 channels that range in category from the latest music hits to standup comedy and everywhere in between. This is positioned as a competitive edge for the streaming service as many other alternatives on the market are focused overwhelmingly on music to provide a balance for subscribers to appreciate. The SiriusXM Essential plan also provides subscribers with access to on-demand content from their mobile devices, for the freedom to listen at their leisure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Diversified Streaming Content:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in streaming services that offer a wide range of audio content beyond just music. - **Affordable Subscription Plans:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the audio streaming industry by offering cost-effective subscription options for consumers. - **On-demand Mobile Access:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation by providing on-demand access to audio content from mobile devices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Satellite Radio:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the satellite radio industry through the introduction of low-cost audio streaming services. - **Streaming Services:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the streaming industry by offering a diverse range of audio content at affordable prices. - **Mobile Entertainment:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the mobile entertainment industry through the integration of on-demand audio streaming services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Satellite Radio TV Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vizio-tv-app.md) - [Voice Assistant Music Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-music-voice-plan.md) - [Low-Cost Business EV Charging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chargepoint-essential-cloud-plan.md) - [HiFi Audio Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hifi-audio.md) - [Digital Radio Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radio-ocean.md) - [Low-Cost Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku-howdy.md) - [Live Audio Streaming Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-amp.md) - [Audiobook-Only App Subscription](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audiobooks-access.md) - [Low-Cost Media Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comcast-1.md)