Is Amazon Prime Worth It for Home and Kitchen Shoppers?
If you order household items, kitchen gear or holiday gifts online a few times a month, Amazon Prime can pay for itself. Here is what it includes, how to try it, and how to decide.
What you get
- Fast, free shipping on millions of eligible items, with no minimum order.
- Access to Prime-exclusive deal events, such as the fall and summer sales, which are a good time to buy appliances and gifts.
- Extras like Prime Video, Amazon Music and photo storage, included at no added cost.
How the free trial works
New members can usually start with a free trial. You get the full benefits during the trial, and it turns into a paid membership unless you cancel before it ends. Check the trial length and current price on Amazon before you sign up, and set a reminder if you only want it for the holidays.
Is it worth it for you?
Add up what you normally pay in shipping on orders under the free-shipping minimum. If that is close to the monthly membership price, or you plan to shop the big deal events and holiday gifts, Prime usually makes sense. If you order from Amazon only a few times a year, you may be better off skipping it or using the trial just for the holiday season.
Discounted options
Amazon offers reduced-price Prime for eligible students and young adults, and for people who receive qualifying government assistance. Check the Prime page to see if you qualify.
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