How to Watch Max (HBO Max) in Canada in 2023?

Are you looking to watch HBO Max in Canada? Officially, HBO Max that has rebranded as Max is not available in Canada due to content licensing restrictions. But don’t worry, I got you covered.

In this guide, I’ll share tried and tested, step-by-step guide to help you watch HBO Max in Canada. And I’ll also show you a proven method on how to sign up and pay if you aren’t living in the United States.

So without any further delay, let’s dive in:

How to Watch Max (HBO Max) in Canada (Actionable Steps)?

To watch HBO Max in Canada, you need two things:

• A reliable VPN
• HBO Max subscription

Once you have subscribed to a VPN, it’s time to subscribe to HBO Max in Canada.

How to Subscribe to HBO Max in Canada in 2023?

There is no straightforward method to sign up for HBO Max in Canada unless you have an American payment method such as US PayPal, credit/debit card linked to US bank etc. etc.

And since HBO Max no longer offers a direct free trial, you must pay for the subscription to stream the content.

How to get HBO Max subscription in Canada? If you don’t have an American payment method, you can use these 2 methods to get HBO Max in Canada:

1. Subscribe for Max (HBO Max) via US Virtual Prepaid Card (Recommended)
2. Get Max (HBO Max) Subscription using Apple ID or Google ID.

Method 1 – Using US Virtual Prepaid Card (Recommended)

Follow these step-by-step instructions to use US virtual prepaid card and get an HBO Max subscription in Canada:

1. First, head to the StatesPay website and click on the “Sign up” option to create a US virtual prepaid card.
2. Now enter all the relevant information to register your account.
3. Once you created your StatesPay account, now you can add funds through your master and visa debit or credit card or PayPal account.
4. Now connect to the US server using a VPN and head to the HBO Max website.
5. Click on the “Sign Up Now” button.
6. Now choose your plan.
7. Once you choose your plan, enter all the required information and click “Create Account.”
8. Now for payment visit account.statescard.com, sign in and click on “Show Card Details.”
9. Enter your US virtual card details on the HBO Max website and Voilà!

Note: Make sure that your billing address and shipping address are the same. Otherwise, HBO Max won’t let you sign up even with the US virtual prepaid card.

Method 2 – Using Apple ID or Google ID to Pay for HBO Max in Canada

After testing multiple methods, we found that Canadians can also get an HBO Max subscription via Android or IOS devices since the VoD doesn’t verify the region or country’s payment option.

Follow these steps to get an HBO Max account in Canada without a US payment method:

For iOS Users

1. First, log out from your existing Apple ID.
2. Now create your Apple ID and select the USA as your country and enter all the required details. For a phone number, you can use your Canadian since Apple doesn’t verify it.
3. Once your US Apple ID created, log in to your iPhone/iPad.
4. Now download the HBO Max app. You can easily find it on App Store as now you are using a US Apple ID.
5. Sign up and download a VPN on your iPhone/iPad if you don’t have it already and connect to the US server. We highly recommended ExpressVPN.
6. Now open HBO Max and sign up for it.

For Android Users

1. Download and sign up for VPN on your Android device if you don’t have it already.
2. Now launch the VPN app and connect to the US server.
3. Open the Google Play Store and tap on the menu and go to Account.
4. Now select your region or country and set it to the US.
5. Once your region changed to the U.S., download the HBO Max and sign up.

Once you subscribe to HBO Max in Canada by using one of the mentioned above methods, now it is straightforward to watch it in Canada.

Here’s how you can watch HBO Max in Canada:

1. Connect to the US server using a VPN.
2. Now make sure your device location is off.
3. Visit Max, sign in and start watching in Canada!

Can I Download Max (HBO Max) App on my Devices?

Yes, you can. If you’ve finally subscribed to a VPN service, you can easily download and watch HBO Max shows in Canada.

You can watch HBO Max on various devices, we’ve tested and written extensive guides on how to watch HBO Max on different devices.

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on Android smartphones, tablets, and Android TV

To watch HBO in Canada while using your Android device, all you need to do is:

• Subscribe to ExpressVPN
• Download the ExpressVPN app from the Google Playstore and sign up.
• From the list of servers, select the USA. .
• Now head to HBO Max and login or sign up for your account.
• There you go, enjoy limitless access to HBO Max’s content on Apple devices!

For more details read our guide on How to watch HBO Max Android smartphones, tablets, and Android.

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on iPhone and iPad (iOS 12.2 or later)

To watch HBO in Canada on your iPad or iPhone all you need to do is:

• Signup to ExpressVPN
• Download the ExpressVPN app from the AppStore and log in.
• From the list of servers, select the USA. .
• Now head to HBO Max and login or sign up for your account.
• There you go, enjoy limitless access to HBO Max’s content on Apple devices!

For more details read our guide on How to watch HBO Max iPhone and iPad (iOS 12.2 or later)

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on Google Chromecast

1. Subscribe and install ExpressVPN.
2. Launch your VPN app and connect to the US server. 
3. Now, visit your Smart TV App Store and search and download ExpressVPN.
4. Sign in by entering all the necessary credentials and connect to the US server. 
5. Configure Chromecast on the device you are casting and on your Smart TV (ensure to connect all your devices on the same Wi-Fi).

For more details read our guide on How to watch HBO Max Google Chromecast

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on Roku (Roku OS 10.0 or later)

Watching HBO Max on Roku requires a lot steps and it can’t be explained in a few bullet points. I had to test different ways on how to watch HBO Max on Roku, you can check out our guide for more details.

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on Apple TV (2nd generation or later)

1. Install and subscribe to a top-notch VPN; Recommendation: ExpressVPN.
2. Look for your router’s IP address.
3. Sign in to your Wi-Fi router.
4. Now, set up your Wi-Fi router for a VPN connection. 

For more details read our guide on How to watch HBO Max Apple TV (2nd generation or later)

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on Amazon Firestick/Fire TV (Fire OS 5.1 or later)

1. Go to your device’s Home Menu.
2. Look for the Search tab and search for the HBO Max application.
3. Download the app and click to open it.
4. At this point, you will receive a geo-location error message since you are living in Canada.
5. Fire up ExpressVPN and connect to the US server to stream HBO Max.

For more details read our complete guide on how to watch HBO Max Amazon Firestick/Fire TV (Fire OS 5.1 or later)

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5

1. If you haven’t subscribed to ExpressVPN yet, it is the first thing you must do.
2. Tap PlayStation from the list of devices, and on the right, you will see PlayStation’s DNS server IP address.
3. Keep this window open, as you will need it shortly. 
4. Launch your PS4 and go to Settings. 
5. Go to network and choose Set Up Internet Connection.
6. Tap either use a LAN Cable or Use Wi-Fi, depending on how you connected your PS4.
7. Choose ‘Yes’ to use your existing Wi-Fi settings.
8. Tap’ Custom’ to set up the internet connection.
9. Enter your current Wi-Fi connection and password.
10. Press ‘Automatic’ for your IP Address Settings.
11. Choose ‘Do Not Specify’ for your DHCP Host Name.
12. Next, tap ‘Manual’ for your DNS Settings.
13. Choose Primary DNS and enter the IP address from that open window.
14. Press Done and tap Next.
15. Then, press ‘Automatic’ for MTU Settings.
16. Choose Do Not Use for your Proxy Server.
17. Tap’ Test Internet Connection’ for Internet Settings Updated.
18. Now, restart your PS4 for your DNS to take effect.

Go read our complete guide on how to watch HBO Max on PlayStation 4 and 5.

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S

1. Click the Windows button on the computer.
2. Enter “cmd” (command).
3. Right-click “Result List Entry Command” prompt.
4. Select “Run As An Administrator.”\
5. Enter “netsh WLAN show drivers” in the prompt window.
6. Click Enter.
7. Get your Xbox to the same network as your computer and connect the computer to the VPN.
8. That’s it! Your Xbox is connected to the VPN, and it will encrypt your private data and IP address

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on LG Smart TV (WebOS 4.0 or later)

1. Register your current IP address by visiting ExpressVPN DNS Settings Page.
2. After receiving a new MediaStreamer IP address, please do not close the window as you will need it. 
3. Now on the LG TV, visit Settings. 
4. Go to Advanced, then Network, and choose the network you are currently connected to.
5. Tap Edit and disable Set Automatically.
6. Enter the IP address from the window you left open earlier.
7. Press Connect, or you can reboot your LG TV if needed.
8. That’s it! Your MediaStreamer is successfully configured on the LG Smart TV.

How to watch Max (HBO Max) on Samsung Smart TV (2016 or later models)

• Click the MediaStreamer option.
• Locate the MediaStreamer DNS server IP address and keep this window open.
• Make sure to select the US server.
• Take your Samsung TV remote and press Menu.
• Navigate and select Network and then press Network Status.
• The TV will check for an internet connection and will display four options on the screen.
• Click IP Settings.Now, press DNS Setting under the IP Settings Menu and press “Enter Manually.”
• Enter the MediaStreamer IP addresses from the browser window you were told to open.
• Press Enter on the remote to save the settings and then click OK.
• If you have not entered the correct DNS server address, the screen will display you no internet connection.
• And vice versa. 
• Once you are screen displays that you are connected to the internet, press Close. 

For more details read our in-depth guide on how to watch HBO Max Samsung Smart TV (2016 or later models).

How to watch HBO Max Vizio Smart TV (2016 or later models)

What is HBO Max (Max)? (Complete Overview)

From 23rd May, HBO Max will be rebranded as Max with the new tagline “The One to Watch”.

It’s yet another standalone streaming service by WarnerMedia and Discovery where you can watch 10,000 hours of premium content of HBO originals plus content from Discovery Plus and Warner Bros.

Max (previously HBO Max) library also includes content from DC, Adult Swim, Studio Ghibli, TCM, Cartoon Network, Looney Tunes, Sesame Workshop, Cartoonito, HGTV, TLC, Food Network, CNN Originals, Magnolia Network, Travel Channel, Wizarding World and more.

Also, from October 2023, Max is going to offer live sports streaming including NHL, NBA, MLB, NCAA and more under Bleacher Report Sports add-on.

And it will be free until February 29th, 2024 and after that, the sports add-on will cost US $9.99 or CA $14 per month.

The best thing if you already have an HBO Max subscription, you don’t need to sign up for Max separately.

The streaming service will automatically upgrade with the new logo, features, and catalog and customers will see the changes when opening the app after 23rd May.

Or subscribers will get the notification to update their app. If you want to change your subscription plan, you can do so through your billing provider.

HBO Max/Warner-billed subscribers can switch plans in the settings section on their profile.

How Much Does (Max) HBO Max Cost in Canada?

How much is HBO Max in Canada? Max offer 3 pricing plans starting from $9.99/months. You can save up to 20% by choosign your desired monthly or yearly plan. Details of plans are as follows:

Max/HBO Max without Ads Plan

HBO Max in Canada available at cost $15.99 (CAD 22.05) per month without ads, with the addition of taxes.

In this plan of HBO Max, you will get ad-free access to all HBO, Max originals and content from different studios such as Studio Ghibli, Adult Swim, Cartoon Network, Sesame Street, and more.

Also, you can stream Warner Bros movies the same as they hit theaters, including Dune, The Matrix Resurrections, King Richard, Wonder Woman, and others.

With this HBO Max plan, you can stream on three screens simultaneously and create up to five user profiles on a single account.

And you can stream HBO Max on almost every streaming device such as Smart TVs, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon FireStick, Gaming Consoles, iPhone/iPad, and Android smartphones and tablets.

Max/HBO Max with Ads Plan

If you are looking for a more affordable plan, you can subscribe to HBO Max with ads that will cost you $9.99 (CAD $13) per month.

Will this HBO Max plan, you will see ads before and between the content. According to HBO Max, users will get four minutes of ads on every hour of streaming.

However, all the content which is labeled as HBO Original won’t get ads, such as Westworld, Game of Thrones, Lovecraft Country, The Nevers and so much more.

Also, you won’t get access to Warner Bros movies premiere on the same day of theater release if you opt for this plan.

Plus, you can upgrade or downgrade HBO Max plans anytime based on your experience and usage.

Max Ultimate Ads Free Plan

This is the new plan offered by the company after the rebranding of HBO Max as Max. It will cost $19.99 (CAD $25) a month.

With this plan, users get access to all the same content that is available with the basic ad-free plan in UHD and 4K streaming quality, 4 simultaneous screens, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos sound quality, and an astounding 100 downloads per month. 

Though if you go down the VPN route – there’ll be a small addition to your HBO Max price in Canada.

Why is Max (HBO Max) Streaming not Available in Canada?

Max streaming service Canada is not available due to official rights and licensing restrictions. What channel is HBO Max on Bell? Warner Media made an agreement with Bell Media that does not allow HBO Max to be broadcast in Canada.

However, you can watch some HBO Max shows on Crave (owned by Bell Media) in Canada.

But sadly, even with Crave, you don’t have full access to the HBO Max content library in Canada, especially Max movies.

Is Max coming to Canada? Due to these content licensing and agreements, HBO Max has no plans to officially launch its streaming platform in Canada.

What is the Difference between Max and HBO Max?

On 23rd May 2023, HBO Max rebranded as Max in the United States. Max is a home of HBO and HBO Max programming plus an additional library that includes new-to-you reality, lifestyle, food, and true-crime series.

Will all of HBO be available on Max?

Yes, Max offers access to complete HBO popular TV shows and documentaries including Game of Thrones, Succession, The Wire, West Wold, The Last of Us, Watchmen, Euphoria, Our Flag Means Death and more.

Are HBO and Max the Same?

HBO is a TV channel network that offers programming of HBO originals for decades, including shows, documentaries and award-winning movies.

Max, on the other hand, is a VoD streaming service that offers all the HBO Max content, including HBO plus new shows across reality, food, lifestyle, true crime, and more.

Another difference between both is HBO TV channel is accessible through cable TV providers or streaming TV services. While Max is accessible through its official website and official apps on mobile and streaming devices like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, ESPN+ and more.

Does Max Come With HBO?

Yes, Max comes with HBO complete programming without any additional cost. You can access all the HBO shows, movies, and documentaries on the Max website or app by selecting the HBO category.

Is Crave a better option for watching HBO Max in Canada?

Does Crave have HBO Max? Yes, but in our opinion, Crave is readily available in Canada and through its subscription you can watch HBO Max originals, but you still won’t have access to its full library.

The Crave video quality is also not as good as HBO Max. You can feel the videos dropping a frame or two. The low frame rate hampers the viewing experience.

Another annoying issue is that usually the subtitles don’t keep up with the dialogues. You’d be hearing something but reading something else. This is probably because of the low frame rate.

Overall, HBO Max has a much better quality and viewing experience. In our opinion, Getting HBO Max with a VPN is a much better option.

What are the Best Shows and Movies on Max in Canada?

What to watch on HBO Max in Canada? Here is the list of best shows and movies that you can watch on HBO Max right now:

Best Shows to Watch on Max

• Doom Patrol
• The Wire
• The Flight Attendant
• Gossip Girl
• The Office
• Succession
• House of the Dragon
• Raised by Wolves
• The Big Bang Theory
• Friends
• South Park
• DC Titans
• The Sopranos
• Game of Thrones
• Silicon Valley
• Big Little Lies
• Westworld

Best Movies on Max

• Shazam!
• Parasite
• Heartbreakers
• Crazy Rich Asians
• The Silence of the Lambs
• All The Beauty and The Bloodshed
• Mortal Kombat
• Black Adam
• Suicide Squad (2021)
• Wonder Woman (2017)
• The Batman (2022)
• The Last Duel
• The Exorcist (1973)
• The Jurassic Park Trilogy (1993-2001)
• Spawn
• Men In Black Trilogy

What’s New Coming on Max Streaming Service in December 2023?

Here are the best shows and movies coming on HBO Max in December 2023:

• Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning
• Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?
• Time Bomb Y2K
• Elmo & Tango Holiday Helpers
• Boom Boom Bruno
• Oprah and The Color Purple Journey

Check here for a complete list of shows and movies coming on HBO Max.

Best VPNs That Works With HBO Max in Canada

If you’ve finally decided to switch to a VPN to watch HBO in Canada – it’s time to choose a VPN service. Unfortunately, not all of them are the best for bypassing HBO’s restrictions. Here’s our list of some of the best VPN services you can subscribe to right away:

ExpressVPN – Recommended to Stream Max in Canada

After testing several VPNs, ExpressVPN tops our list to watch HBO Max in Canada, thanks to its ultra-fast servers, superb unblocking capabilities, and easy-to-use apps.

This provider offers 3000+ servers in 90+ countries and 1000+ US blazing fast servers to unblock HBO Max and other popular services like YouTube TV in Canada.

Does ExpressVPN work with HBO Max? We tested 57 of its American servers to access Max in Calgary, Canada. 55 out of 57 servers successfully unblocks HBO Max and allows us to stream in HD, UHD, 4K, HDR, and Dolby Atmos on different devices and titles.

Besides HBO Max, we tested ExpressVPN to unblock Peacock TV and other popular geo-blocked streaming services such as Hulu, US Netflix etc and it works like a charm.

And it did work very well in unblocking all these geo-blocked streaming services without any video lags and buffering issues.

ExpressVPN offers five simultaneous connections on a single subscription. And you don’t have to worry about device selection as this provider offers apps for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Amazon Firestick, Fire TV, and Fire tablets.

This provider also offers MediaStreamer (Smart DNS) and router set up for devices that do not support VPN directly such as Roku, Apple TV, Smart TV (without Android), PlayStation, and Xbox.

In short, if you want to enjoy hassle-free streaming of your favorite movie or TV show on Max in Canada, ExpressVPN is the excellent choice for you.

And it is totally risk-free to use ExpressVPN as it offers a 30-day money-back guarantee.

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NordVPN – Best VPN to Watch HBO Max in Canada

NordVPN is another fine option to access HBO Max in Canada. This provider offers 5000+ servers in 60 countries, including 1500+ US servers.

We tested, this provider’s 50 American servers to unblock HBO Max in Calgary, Canada. 37/50 unblocks HBO Max for us in HD without any buffering issues.

NordVPN offers six simultaneous connections on a single account and offers apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and Amazon Firestick.

If you are looking for a budget-friendly option, NordVPN is a good choice to watch HBO Max and stream Sling TV in Canada.

Offers 30-day money-back guarantee!

PrivateVPN – Work with HBO Max in Canada

Though PrivateVPN has a small network of servers it does work great when it comes to unblocking US geo-blocked streaming services such as Max in Canada.

The most distinctive feature of this provider is that it offers pre-configured apps for streaming geo-blocked content.

For example, you need to search for the streaming service instead of the server in the PrivateVPN’s app and it will show the list of best working servers.

We tested all six PrivateVPN servers that we get when we search for the HBO Max. And four out of 6 six servers successfully unblock HBO Max in HD.

This provider offers apps for Windows, iOS, Android, and Max and offers six simultaneous connections on a single account.

If you are looking for a preconfigured VPN for streaming, PrivateVPN is for you.

Offers 30-day money-back guarantee!

Why do we recommend these VPN for HBO Max? They don’t just get the job done, i.e. get you unrestricted access to HBO Max in Canada – they’re the ‘best’ at it.

With the provision of hundreds of servers across the United States and blazing fast speeds, you wouldn’t notice using a VPN at all.

Pair it with the ability to establish multiple connections, use it with multiple devices, and a money-back guarantee – it’s a win-win situation!

How VPN Allows you to Stream Max (HBO Max) in Canada?

As soon as you hit the ‘Connect’ button on your VPN app, a few things come to motion here.

We’ll take a quick non-technical look at how it gets the job done. First thing’s first – your identity has got to change to you being in the States.

How is that? 

Your IP address! It’s changed to that of the VPN server so that HBO Max can’t hit you with their snappy geo-restrictions.

FAQs – HBO Max Canada

Final Thoughts

That concludes our article on how you can stream Max (HBO Max) in Canada without their restrictions. Premium VPN like ExpressVPN can help you stay private over the network while allowing you to seamlessly enjoy streaming TV shows online. So, what are you waiting for? Get to streaming now!