Quick take
Who Prime Video is best for
Included with Amazon Prime, Thursday Night Football, growing originals library
Subscriber context: 200M+ Prime members
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Prime Video subscription cost
Included with Amazon Prime, Thursday Night Football, growing originals library
Default planAmazon Prime membership · $14.99/mo
Starting price$8.99/mo
Official sourceLinked below
Pricing snapshot
What you should know before paying
Starting price: $8.99/mo
Free trial or free tier: 30-day free trial.
Student pricing: $7.49/mo. Prime Student.
Current pricing
Current plans and prices
Primary source:Prime Video official pricing
Prices verified: March 30, 2026
Prices change: Prices and promotions can change quickly, so always confirm the current terms on the official provider page before you subscribe, upgrade, or cancel.
Student pricing: $7.49/mo. Prime Student.
Plan option
Prime Video standalone
$8.99/mo
No public annual price highlighted
Prime Video catalog • Limited ads
What changes on this plan
- Prime Video catalog
- Thursday Night Football and sports hub access where available
- X-Ray
- Limited ads by default
Most popular
Amazon Prime membership
$14.99/mo
$139.00/year
Prime Video + shipping + Prime perks
What changes on this plan
- Prime Video with limited ads
- Fast free shipping
- Prime member deals
- Prime Music and Amazon Photos
Deals to check
Deals, discounts, and billing hooks to check
Promotions can move quickly. Use these notes as prompts, then confirm the live offer on the official pricing page.
- 30-day free trial.
- Student pricing: $7.49/mo. Prime Student.
Billing notes
Free trial, annual billing, and discounts
Free trial or free tier: 30-day free trial.
Annual comparison: Amazon Prime membership is available on annual billing. Check the official pricing source to confirm the current annual savings versus monthly billing.
Student pricing: $7.49/mo. Prime Student.
Before you subscribe
What to double-check on the official page
Prices and promotions can change quickly, so always confirm the current terms on the official provider page before you subscribe, upgrade, or cancel.
Check billing frequency, cancellation terms, and whether any limited-time discounts are still active.
Closest competitors
Services that are closest to this one
Max
$16.99/mo default plan
HBO originals, prestige drama, Warner Bros films, CNN, Discovery content
Netflix
$17.99/mo default plan
Largest original library, international content, broad appeal across all demographics
Hulu
$11.99/mo default plan
Next-day TV episodes, FX originals, strong reality and network content
Lower-cost options
Cheaper substitutes worth checking
Crunchyroll
$7.99/mo default plan
Anime — largest library of simulcast and catalog anime anywhere
Paramount+
$7.99/mo default plan
CBS shows, Showtime, NFL, Champions League, Star Trek, Yellowstone
Peacock
$7.99/mo default plan
NBC shows, Premier League, WWE, classic sitcoms like The Office and Parks & Rec
FAQs
Common questions
What is the cheapest Prime Video plan and is it worth it?
Prime Video's lowest paid plan is Prime Video standalone at $8.99/mo. Prime Video catalog • Limited ads Compare this against alternatives in Streaming Video to see if the price-to-feature tradeoff makes sense for your use case.
How much does Prime Video cost per year?
With annual billing, Amazon Prime membership costs $139.00 per year, saving you $40.88 compared to paying monthly. Without annual billing, the same plan would cost $179.88 per year.
Does Prime Video have a free trial or free tier?
30-day free trial.
How many plans does Prime Video have and what is the difference?
Prime Video offers 2 plans ranging from $8.99/mo to $14.99/mo. The main differences between plans typically include content quality, concurrent streams or seats, and whether ads are shown. See the full plan comparison above for details.
Is Prime Video worth the price compared to alternatives?
Included with Amazon Prime, Thursday Night Football, growing originals library Closest competitors in Streaming Video include Max, Netflix, Hulu. Compare features and pricing to find the best fit for your needs.
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