Amazon Prime
Streaming Video
$14.99/month
Prime Monthly. People who use Amazon shipping benefits often enough that Prime Video effectively becomes a bundled bonus rather than a standalone streaming cost.
Streaming Video head-to-head
Amazon Prime vs Netflix
Side-by-side comparison of Amazon Prime and Netflix subscription plans, pricing, and features.
Amazon Primefrom $11.58/mo
Netflixfrom $7.99/mo
Monthly difference$3.00
Plan comparison
Default plan pricing at a glance
Netflix
Streaming Video
$17.99/month
Standard. Largest original library, international content, broad appeal across all demographics
Feature matrix
Key differences between Amazon Prime and Netflix
| Detail | Amazon PrimePrime Monthly | NetflixStandard |
|---|---|---|
| Default plan | Prime Monthly | Standard |
| Monthly price | $14.99 | $17.99 |
| Annual cost | $179.88 | $215.88 |
| Plans available | 2 | 3 |
| Free tier | No | No |
| Annual option | Yes | No |
Amazon Prime is $3.00/mo cheaper on the default plan. That is $36.00 saved per year.
Amazon Prime plans
All Amazon Prime plans
Prime Annual
$11.58/moLower effective monthly cost • Same Prime bundle benefits
- Lower effective monthly cost
- Same Prime bundle benefits
- Best full-membership benchmark
- Note: Paid upfront
Prime Monthly
$14.99/moPrime Video included • Free shipping benefits
- Prime Video included
- Free shipping benefits
- Prime Music and Prime Gaming perks
- Note: Prime Video includes ads by default
Netflix plans
All Netflix plans
Standard with Ads
$7.99/mo1080p • 2 streams
- 1080p
- 2 streams
- Downloads
- Most content
Standard
$17.99/mo1080p • 2 streams
- 1080p
- 2 streams
- Downloads
- Option for 1 extra member
Premium
$24.99/mo4K + HDR • 4 streams
- 4K + HDR
- 4 streams
- Downloads on 6 devices
- Netflix spatial audio
FAQs
Common questions about Amazon Prime vs Netflix
Is Amazon Prime or Netflix cheaper?
Amazon Prime is $3.00 per month cheaper on the default plan (Prime Monthly at $14.99/mo). Over a year, that is $36.00 in savings.
What are the main differences between Amazon Prime and Netflix?
Amazon Prime: People who use Amazon shipping benefits often enough that Prime Video effectively becomes a bundled bonus rather than a standalone streaming cost. Netflix: Largest original library, international content, broad appeal across all demographics
Can I try Amazon Prime and Netflix for free?
Amazon Prime: Check the official page for trial availability.. Netflix: Check the official page for trial availability.
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