Let's be honest — when most parents hear "Roblox subscription," their first thought is "how much is this going to cost me?" Fair. Totally fair.
But Roblox Premium wasn't just a way to drain your wallet faster. It was a full economy membership. It gave players monthly Robux, access to trading rare items, and the ability to sell their own creations. For serious players, it actually saved money over time.
Now, in mid-2026, the landscape has shifted. Roblox announced Roblox Plus on April 30 as the official successor. We'll cover exactly what changed, what stayed, and whether any of it is worth your money.
What Was Roblox Premium?
Roblox Premium launched in September 2019 as the direct replacement for Builders Club — the original paid membership going back to the early days of Roblox. The rebrand was mostly cosmetic at first, but over time Premium became the backbone of the Roblox economy.
It had three tiers. Each gave you the same features — the only difference was how many Robux you received every month.
- Premium 450 — 450 Robux/month, $4.99/month
- Premium 1000 — 1,000 Robux/month, $9.99/month
- Premium 2200 — 2,200 Robux/month, $19.99/month
Core Benefits (All Three Tiers)
- Monthly Robux stipend — automatically deposited at renewal
- 10% bonus on extra Robux — buying Robux outside the subscription cost less per unit
- Item trading — access to Roblox's Limited item trading system
- Marketplace selling — list avatar items and game passes for sale
- Developer Exchange eligibility — convert Robux to real money
- Expanded group membership — join more Roblox groups simultaneously
- Premium-exclusive games — some experiences required an active Premium membership
Was the Value Actually Good?
At the $4.99 tier, buying 450 Robux outright cost more than $4.99 at standard rates. Premium gave you a better deal per Robux plus all the above features on top.
Robux Value: Premium 450 vs Standard Purchase
Roblox Premium Subscription Pricing (Historical)
These were the official prices before Premium was discontinued on April 30, 2026. UK pricing mirrored the tiers in pounds.
| Tier | Monthly Robux | US Price/Month | UK Price/Month | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium 450 | 450 | $4.99 | £4.99 | Casual players who want to dip into trading |
| Premium 1000 | 1,000 | $9.99 | £9.99 | Regular spenders and item creators |
| Premium 2200 | 2,200 | $19.99 | £19.99 | Serious traders and developers |
How Did You Get Roblox Premium? (Step-by-Step)
Before April 30, 2026, signing up was genuinely straightforward. Here's how it worked — worth knowing if you're still an active subscriber managing your account.
- Go to roblox.com — log in to your account
- Click on the Robux icon in the top navigation bar
- Select "Robux" or navigate directly to roblox.com/premium/membership
- Choose your tier — 450, 1000, or 2200
- Enter payment details — credit card, PayPal, or app store billing
- Confirm subscription — your Robux stipend arrives immediately
How to Cancel Roblox Premium
- Go to Settings → Subscriptions on Roblox.com
- Select your active Premium plan
- Click "Cancel Renewal" and follow the on-screen steps
- You keep all benefits until the current billing period ends
- Roblox does not offer refunds for unused Premium time
What Replaced Roblox Premium? Meet Roblox Plus (2026)
Here's where things get interesting. On April 30, 2026, Roblox launched Roblox Plus globally at $4.99/month — the same base price as Premium 450, but with a completely different benefit model.
Enrico D'Angelo, Roblox's Chief Business Officer, stated: "Roblox Plus is designed to reward our most engaged users while ensuring that creators continue to benefit as the platform grows." (Source: Roblox Investor Relations)
The biggest shift? The base plan no longer includes a monthly Robux stipend. Instead, you get discounts and platform perks.
🏛 Roblox Premium Discontinued
- Monthly Robux stipend ✅
- 10% bonus on Robux purchases ✅
- Item trading ✅
- Marketplace selling ✅
- Premium profile badge ✅
- Private servers — ❌ (paid separately)
- Robux transfers — ❌ (not available)
✨ Roblox Plus Current
- Monthly Robux stipend ❌ (base plan)
- 10% discount on in-game purchases ✅
- 20% discount after 3 months ✅
- Free unlimited private servers ✅
- Zero-fee Robux transfers ✅
- Item trading ✅
- Marketplace selling ✅
Roblox Plus Pricing & Bundles
| Plan | Price/Month | Monthly Robux | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roblox Plus (base) | $4.99 | None | Discounts, private servers, Robux transfers |
| Plus 500 Bundle | Higher than $4.99 | 500 | All Plus features + 500 Robux/month |
| Plus 1000 Bundle | Higher | 1,000 | All Plus features + 1,000 Robux/month |
| Plus 2000 Bundle | Higher | 2,000 | All Plus features + 2,000 Robux/month |
Who Actually Benefits From Roblox Premium (or Plus)?
Not everyone needs a subscription. Here's how to figure out if it makes sense for your situation.
A Subscription Is Worth It If You:
- Buy Robux regularly — discounts will cover the subscription cost over time
- Trade limited items — both parties need Premium/Plus access for this
- Run private servers in multiple games — Plus now bundles this for free, saving per-game fees
- Create and sell avatar items, game passes, or clothing
- Want to send Robux to friends without paying transaction fees
- Are a developer aiming for the Developer Exchange (DevEx) program
Skip It If You:
- Mostly play free games and rarely buy anything
- Don't trade items or create content
- Only log in occasionally — casual players won't notice the difference
What Happens to Existing Roblox Premium Subscribers?
If you were already subscribed before April 30, 2026, Roblox isn't kicking you out. But a few things are changing.
| Change | Date | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| New Premium sign-ups closed | April 30, 2026 | Can't subscribe fresh — only Roblox Plus available now |
| 10% Robux purchase bonus removed | May 30, 2026 | Existing members lose the extra Robux bonus on top-ups |
| Premium profile badge discontinued | May 30, 2026 | Cosmetic change only — no functional impact |
| Monthly Robux stipend continues | Ongoing | Existing members still receive their stipend while subscribed |
| Free 1-month Roblox Plus trial offered | From April 30 | Existing members can stack Plus on top of Premium for one month |
Roblox Plus and Creators: What's New?
Roblox isn't just changing the player experience — it's also reshaping how creators earn.
- Robux bonus per subscriber: If a player subscribes to Roblox Plus from inside your game using the new API, you earn 250 Robux/month for each new subscriber — for the first three months.
- Maximum per subscriber: Up to 750 Robux total per new subscriber you attract (3 months × 250).
- Creator discount protection: Roblox covers the subscriber's 10–20% discount. Creators always receive the full item price.
- Private server earnings: Creators continue to earn from private servers, even though subscribers now get them bundled for free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still buy Roblox Premium?
No. Roblox stopped new Premium sign-ups on April 30, 2026. The replacement is Roblox Plus at the same $4.99/month starting price.
Does Roblox Plus include Robux every month?
The base $4.99 plan does not include a Robux stipend. If you want monthly Robux, you need one of the Plus Bundles (Plus 500, 1000, or 2000).
Is item trading still possible without Premium?
Trading limited items requires an active membership. Under the new system, Roblox Plus subscribers retain trading access. Both trading parties need an active subscription.
How do I find my subscription on Roblox?
Go to Settings → Subscriptions on roblox.com. From there you can view your active plan, update your payment method, or cancel.
Does Roblox Premium work in all countries?
Roblox Plus is available globally from launch. When Premium existed, pricing varied by region — UK pricing matched the US tiers in GBP (£4.99, £9.99, £19.99).
Can I gift a Roblox subscription?
Roblox doesn't offer direct subscription gifting. You can buy Robux gift cards, and the recipient can apply those toward a Plus subscription themselves.
🎯 Final Verdict: Is It Worth Paying?
For most regular players, yes — but it depends entirely on how you use Roblox. Here's the simple breakdown:
- Trade items or sell content? Get Plus. It unlocks the economy.
- Run private servers in multiple games? Plus pays for itself fast.
- Spend Robux regularly? The 10–20% discount adds up quickly.
- Casual player who just plays free games? Skip it. You lose nothing.
Roblox Premium served millions of players well from 2019 to 2026. Roblox Plus is the logical next step — and if you stay subscribed long enough to hit month three, that 20% discount becomes legitimately valuable.
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Let's be honest — when most parents hear "Roblox subscription," their first thought is "how much is this going to cost me?" Fair. Totally fair.
But Roblox Premium wasn't just a way to drain your wallet faster. It was a full economy membership. It gave players monthly Robux, access to trading rare items, and the ability to sell their own creations. For serious players, it actually saved money over time.
Now, in mid-2026, the landscape has shifted. Roblox announced Roblox Plus on April 30 as the official successor. We'll cover exactly what changed, what stayed, and whether any of it is worth your money.
What Was Roblox Premium?
Roblox Premium launched in September 2019 as the direct replacement for Builders Club — the original paid membership going back to the early days of Roblox. The rebrand was mostly cosmetic at first, but over time Premium became the backbone of the Roblox economy.
It had three tiers. Each gave you the same features — the only difference was how many Robux you received every month.
- Premium 450 — 450 Robux/month, $4.99/month
- Premium 1000 — 1,000 Robux/month, $9.99/month
- Premium 2200 — 2,200 Robux/month, $19.99/month
Core Benefits (All Three Tiers)
- Monthly Robux stipend — automatically deposited at renewal
- 10% bonus on extra Robux — buying Robux outside the subscription cost less per unit
- Item trading — access to Roblox's Limited item trading system
- Marketplace selling — list avatar items and game passes for sale
- Developer Exchange eligibility — convert Robux to real money
- Expanded group membership — join more Roblox groups simultaneously
- Premium-exclusive games — some experiences required an active Premium membership
Was the Value Actually Good?
At the $4.99 tier, buying 450 Robux outright cost more than $4.99 at standard rates. Premium gave you a better deal per Robux plus all the above features on top.
Robux Value: Premium 450 vs Standard Purchase
Roblox Premium Subscription Pricing (Historical)
These were the official prices before Premium was discontinued on April 30, 2026. UK pricing mirrored the tiers in pounds.
| Tier | Monthly Robux | US Price/Month | UK Price/Month | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium 450 | 450 | $4.99 | £4.99 | Casual players who want to dip into trading |
| Premium 1000 | 1,000 | $9.99 | £9.99 | Regular spenders and item creators |
| Premium 2200 | 2,200 | $19.99 | £19.99 | Serious traders and developers |
How Did You Get Roblox Premium? (Step-by-Step)
Before April 30, 2026, signing up was genuinely straightforward. Here's how it worked — worth knowing if you're still an active subscriber managing your account.
- Go to roblox.com — log in to your account
- Click on the Robux icon in the top navigation bar
- Select "Robux" or navigate directly to roblox.com/premium/membership
- Choose your tier — 450, 1000, or 2200
- Enter payment details — credit card, PayPal, or app store billing
- Confirm subscription — your Robux stipend arrives immediately
How to Cancel Roblox Premium
- Go to Settings → Subscriptions on Roblox.com
- Select your active Premium plan
- Click "Cancel Renewal" and follow the on-screen steps
- You keep all benefits until the current billing period ends
- Roblox does not offer refunds for unused Premium time
What Replaced Roblox Premium? Meet Roblox Plus (2026)
Here's where things get interesting. On April 30, 2026, Roblox launched Roblox Plus globally at $4.99/month — the same base price as Premium 450, but with a completely different benefit model.
Enrico D'Angelo, Roblox's Chief Business Officer, stated: "Roblox Plus is designed to reward our most engaged users while ensuring that creators continue to benefit as the platform grows." (Source: Roblox Investor Relations)
The biggest shift? The base plan no longer includes a monthly Robux stipend. Instead, you get discounts and platform perks.
🏛 Roblox Premium Discontinued
- Monthly Robux stipend ✅
- 10% bonus on Robux purchases ✅
- Item trading ✅
- Marketplace selling ✅
- Premium profile badge ✅
- Private servers — ❌ (paid separately)
- Robux transfers — ❌ (not available)
✨ Roblox Plus Current
- Monthly Robux stipend ❌ (base plan)
- 10% discount on in-game purchases ✅
- 20% discount after 3 months ✅
- Free unlimited private servers ✅
- Zero-fee Robux transfers ✅
- Item trading ✅
- Marketplace selling ✅
Roblox Plus Pricing & Bundles
| Plan | Price/Month | Monthly Robux | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roblox Plus (base) | $4.99 | None | Discounts, private servers, Robux transfers |
| Plus 500 Bundle | Higher than $4.99 | 500 | All Plus features + 500 Robux/month |
| Plus 1000 Bundle | Higher | 1,000 | All Plus features + 1,000 Robux/month |
| Plus 2000 Bundle | Higher | 2,000 | All Plus features + 2,000 Robux/month |
Who Actually Benefits From Roblox Premium (or Plus)?
Not everyone needs a subscription. Here's how to figure out if it makes sense for your situation.
A Subscription Is Worth It If You:
- Buy Robux regularly — discounts will cover the subscription cost over time
- Trade limited items — both parties need Premium/Plus access for this
- Run private servers in multiple games — Plus now bundles this for free, saving per-game fees
- Create and sell avatar items, game passes, or clothing
- Want to send Robux to friends without paying transaction fees
- Are a developer aiming for the Developer Exchange (DevEx) program
Skip It If You:
- Mostly play free games and rarely buy anything
- Don't trade items or create content
- Only log in occasionally — casual players won't notice the difference
What Happens to Existing Roblox Premium Subscribers?
If you were already subscribed before April 30, 2026, Roblox isn't kicking you out. But a few things are changing.
| Change | Date | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| New Premium sign-ups closed | April 30, 2026 | Can't subscribe fresh — only Roblox Plus available now |
| 10% Robux purchase bonus removed | May 30, 2026 | Existing members lose the extra Robux bonus on top-ups |
| Premium profile badge discontinued | May 30, 2026 | Cosmetic change only — no functional impact |
| Monthly Robux stipend continues | Ongoing | Existing members still receive their stipend while subscribed |
| Free 1-month Roblox Plus trial offered | From April 30 | Existing members can stack Plus on top of Premium for one month |
Roblox Plus and Creators: What's New?
Roblox isn't just changing the player experience — it's also reshaping how creators earn.
- Robux bonus per subscriber: If a player subscribes to Roblox Plus from inside your game using the new API, you earn 250 Robux/month for each new subscriber — for the first three months.
- Maximum per subscriber: Up to 750 Robux total per new subscriber you attract (3 months × 250).
- Creator discount protection: Roblox covers the subscriber's 10–20% discount. Creators always receive the full item price.
- Private server earnings: Creators continue to earn from private servers, even though subscribers now get them bundled for free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still buy Roblox Premium?
No. Roblox stopped new Premium sign-ups on April 30, 2026. The replacement is Roblox Plus at the same $4.99/month starting price.
Does Roblox Plus include Robux every month?
The base $4.99 plan does not include a Robux stipend. If you want monthly Robux, you need one of the Plus Bundles (Plus 500, 1000, or 2000).
Is item trading still possible without Premium?
Trading limited items requires an active membership. Under the new system, Roblox Plus subscribers retain trading access. Both trading parties need an active subscription.
How do I find my subscription on Roblox?
Go to Settings → Subscriptions on roblox.com. From there you can view your active plan, update your payment method, or cancel.
Does Roblox Premium work in all countries?
Roblox Plus is available globally from launch. When Premium existed, pricing varied by region — UK pricing matched the US tiers in GBP (£4.99, £9.99, £19.99).
Can I gift a Roblox subscription?
Roblox doesn't offer direct subscription gifting. You can buy Robux gift cards, and the recipient can apply those toward a Plus subscription themselves.
🎯 Final Verdict: Is It Worth Paying?
For most regular players, yes — but it depends entirely on how you use Roblox. Here's the simple breakdown:
- Trade items or sell content? Get Plus. It unlocks the economy.
- Run private servers in multiple games? Plus pays for itself fast.
- Spend Robux regularly? The 10–20% discount adds up quickly.
- Casual player who just plays free games? Skip it. You lose nothing.
Roblox Premium served millions of players well from 2019 to 2026. Roblox Plus is the logical next step — and if you stay subscribed long enough to hit month three, that 20% discount becomes legitimately valuable.
