Can I buy the HP laptop after the subscription ends?

No. HP's laptop subscription has no buyout option. You never own the laptop. After 12 months, you can upgrade to a newer model or continue paying. The laptop must be returned when you cancel.

What happens if I cancel HP laptop subscription early?

You must pay the remaining months of your 12-month commitment as an early termination fee. For example, canceling the $129.99/month OMEN plan after month 2 costs approximately $1,299 in remaining fees, plus you still return the laptop.

Is the HP laptop subscription worth it?

For most people, no. You pay $420-1,560/year and never own anything. A comparable laptop purchase costs $800-2,000 once and is yours forever. The subscription only makes sense if you need the latest hardware annually and value the included support.

How to Cancel HP Laptop Subscription in 2026

Updated March 3, 2026 • 6 min read

🚨 You NEVER Own This Laptop

HP's laptop subscription has no buyout option. After paying $420-1,560/year, the laptop must be returned when you cancel. There is no path to ownership. Plus, canceling early triggers fees up to $1,429.

HP Laptop Subscription Plans

EliteBook 645: $34.99/month ($420/year)
OMEN 16": $49.99/month ($600/year)
EliteBook 865: $54.99/month ($660/year)
OMEN Max 16": $129.99/month ($1,560/year)

Each plan includes 24/7 support and an accidental damage coverage plan. After 12 months, you can upgrade to a new model.

The Cancellation Timeline

Within 30 Days (Free Cancellation)

You have a 30-day trial period. Cancel within this window and you get a full refund — no fees, no questions. Return the laptop within 14 days of cancellation.

After 30 Days (Early Termination Fee)

After the trial, you're locked into a 12-month commitment. Canceling early means paying all remaining months:

Cancel month 2 of OMEN Max: ~$1,299 in remaining fees
Cancel month 6 of OMEN 16": ~$299 in remaining fees
Cancel month 2 of EliteBook 645: ~$349 in remaining fees

And you still don't keep the laptop.

How to Cancel

Log in to your HP account
Go to Subscriptions
Select your laptop subscription
Click Cancel
Review the early termination fee (if applicable)
Confirm cancellation
Return the laptop within 14 days with tracking

Or call 1-800-474-6836 and request cancellation. Get a confirmation number.

⚠️ Return the Laptop With Tracking

You have 14 days to return the laptop after cancellation. If you don't return it, HP charges you the full retail price. Ship it with tracking and insurance. Photograph the laptop's condition before shipping.

The Math: Subscription vs. Buying

OMEN 16" subscription: $49.99/month × 24 months = $1,200 paid, laptop returned, you own nothing
OMEN 16" purchase: ~$1,200-1,500 one-time, laptop is yours forever, resale value $400-600 after 2 years
Refurbished equivalent: ~$700-900 from HP Outlet or Amazon Renewed

The subscription costs the same as buying but you never own anything. The only advantage is the upgrade option after 12 months and included accidental damage coverage.

Better Alternatives

Buy outright: Same laptop, you own it. Sell in 2-3 years and recoup 30-50%
0% financing: Many retailers offer 0% APR for 12-24 months — same monthly cost, but you keep the laptop
Refurbished: HP Outlet, Amazon Renewed, Back Market — save 30-50% on equivalent specs
MacBook (if applicable): Apple laptops hold value better — a $1,200 MacBook Air resells for $700-800 after 2 years

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