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  • Writer's pictureRohan Gupta

Amazon Prime👑: Is It Even Worth It?

Updated: Nov 1, 2023

Prime is great subscription-based loyalty program offering from Amazon that comes with many perks and benefits, but does it justify its price or worth subscribing? In this post will dive into the benefits and service offerings of Amazon Prime and whether they are useful or most of them are just marketing gimmick. We’ll explore everything from fast shipping to ad-free streaming, exclusive deals, and more. We will talk about current pricing and plans and then we will delve into benefits and features of Prime.



Amazon Prime offers two types of memberships: Prime and Prime Lite. Depending on your requirements and subscription duration, you can opt for either. The Lite membership includes all the key benefits of Prime, with the exception of Prime Music, Prime Reading, Prime Gaming, Prime Advantage, Amazon Family offers, and it displays ads.


As of 2023, the Amazon Prime membership plans in India are as follows:

  • Monthly Prime (1 month): â‚č 299

  • Quarterly Prime (3 months): â‚č 599

  • Annual Prime (12 months): â‚č 1499

  • Annual Prime Lite (12 months): â‚č 999


Prime

Prime Lite

  • Free one or two-day deliveries.

  • Prime Video

  • No Ads

  • Includes Prime music, Prime Reading, Prime Gaming, Prime Advantage, Amazon Family offers.

  • Free one or two-day deliveries

  • Prime Video

  • Have Ads

  • Doesn't Include Prime music, Prime Reading, Prime Gaming, Prime Advantage, Amazon Family offers.

Amazon Prime offers a multitude of benefits to its members:

  1. Free Delivery: Prime members get unlimited free One-Day and Two-Day Delivery on eligible items. Prime members also enjoy discounted Same-Day and Morning Delivery to pin-codes in select cities across India and exclusive 2-hour Express Delivery to eligible pin-codes in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore & Hyderabad via the Prime Now App.

  2. Prime Video: Unlimited ad-free video streaming of the latest movies, award-winning Amazon originals, Live sports and TV shows from India and around the world.

  3. Prime Music: Enjoy ad-free music streaming with unlimited offline downloads across multiple languages.

  4. Prime Reading: Borrow eBooks, comics, and more from the Prime Reading catalog.

  5. Amazon Pay ICICI Bank Credit Card: Eligible Prime members earn 5% cashback on Amazon.in purchases through Amazon Pay ICICI Card.

  6. Prime Early Access & Exclusive Deals: Early access to Lightning Deals on Amazon.in.

  7. Prime Gaming: Prime members get access to free in-game content like power-ups, exclusive collectibles, characters, outfits, skins, themes, in-game currency and more across popular mobile games.


In conclusion, Amazon Prime presents a subscription service that caters to a broad spectrum of needs, from entertainment to shopping. However, the value of Amazon Prime is subjective and hinges on individual usage and preferences. If you frequently shop online on Amazon, Prime could be a good fit for you. On the other hand, if you’re indifferent to benefits like Amazon Music, Prime Reading, and Prime Gaming, you might consider the Lite membership, which is available only as an annual plan. It’s crucial to assess your specific needs, usage patterns, and the benefits that matter most to you. Ultimately, the decision rests on whether these benefits justify the cost for you. Happy shopping and streaming! 😊

Tapatap Tip:


If you’re a student or under 24 years of age, consider buying a Prime membership under the Youth program which offers a 50% cashback in the form of Amazon Pay Balance. To Buy Under Youth Program Click here!

If you’re not eligible for the Youth Program, don’t fret! You can still save some bucks by purchasing a prime membership voucher/gift card from platforms like Woohoo, Paytm, MagicPin. You could save around 10-25% depending on the ongoing offers on these platforms.


Please note that the benefits can change over time. It’s always a good idea to check the Amazon site for the most current information.

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