Xbox Game Pass or EA Play? 2026 Comparison of Plans and Prices

Xbox Game Pass and EA Play are two of the most popular gaming subscriptions. Hundreds of games on console, PC and cloud. EA games, early trials and member discounts. Here is how they compare in 2026.

Quick answer

• EA Play is cheaper to start with: $5.99 vs $9.99 per month ($4 less).
• Xbox Game Pass offers more plan options (3 vs 2).
• Both can be bought with crypto on AIOFFER below the official price.

Side by side

	Xbox Game Pass	EA Play
Made by	Microsoft	Electronic Arts
Cheapest plan	Xbox Game Pass Essential — $9.99 per month	EA Play EA Play — $5.99 per month
Top plan	Ultimate — $29.99/mo	EA Play Pro — $16.99/mo
Plans available	3	2
Yearly billing	No	No

Xbox Game Pass

Xbox Game Pass gives you a rotating library of hundreds of games, day-one releases on Ultimate, online multiplayer and cloud gaming.

• Hundreds of high-quality games
• Day-one releases on Ultimate
• Cloud gaming
• Online multiplayer

See Xbox Game Pass plans →

EA Play

EA Play gives you a collection of EA titles, early trials of new releases and 10% off EA digital purchases; Pro adds the newest games.

• EA game collection
• Early trials
• 10% member discount
• New releases on Pro

See EA Play plans →

Which should you choose?

Choose Xbox Game Pass if you want hundreds of high-quality games.

Choose EA Play if you want ea game collection, at the lower entry price.

Annual gaming memberships are much cheaper per month than monthly billing.

Xbox Game Pass vs EA Play — FAQ

Is Xbox Game Pass cheaper than EA Play?

No — EA Play starts at $5.99 per month vs $9.99 for Xbox Game Pass (official prices).

Can I use both Xbox Game Pass and EA Play?

Yes, they are separate subscriptions. Many people keep one as their main tool and try the other for a month before deciding.

Where can I buy Xbox Game Pass or EA Play with crypto?

On AIOFFER — top up your wallet with Bitcoin or USDT and buy either plan below the official price.