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30 days free · $14.99/mo after

Exit grade D: No easy self-serve cancel: expect a retention gauntlet or a phone call to close the account.

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The Amazon Prime free trial runs 30 days, then bills $14.99/month. A credit card is required to start. Cancelling is easy. Our take: Standard benchmark; use during a heavy-shipping month and stack Prime Video binges.

Last verified: July 22, 2026

Our take

Standard benchmark; use during a heavy-shipping month and stack Prime Video binges. (30-day free trial (new accounts only))

The honest data

By the numbers

Trial length
30 days
Price after
$14.99 / mo
Card required
Yes
Cancellation
Easy

What’s new with Amazon Prime

  • RegulationSep 25, 2025

    Amazon must offer easier Prime cancellation under its FTC settlement

    As part of its FTC settlement, Amazon is required to add a clear option to decline Prime at signup, disclose pricing and renewal terms upfront, and let members cancel using the same method they used to enroll.

    via Federal Trade Commission

  • SettlementSep 25, 2025

    Amazon Prime settlement refund claims are open through July 27, 2026

    Amazon reached a settlement with the FTC over Prime enrollment and cancellation practices. Eligible members who did not already receive an automatic payment can file a claim for up to $51 through July 27, 2026.

    via Federal Trade Commission

Amazon Prime free trial - frequently asked

Is the Amazon Prime free trial really free?
Yes - the Amazon Prime free trial is free for 30 days. A credit card is required, so it renews at $14.99/month unless you cancel first.
How much does Amazon Prime cost after the trial?
After the free trial, Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month.
Do I need a credit card for the Amazon Prime trial?
Yes - Amazon Prime requires a credit card to start the free trial, so note the renewal date - day 30 - if you only want the trial.

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