Amazon Prime Price History & How to Cancel
Amazon Prime remains $14.99 per month or $139 per year, and removing Prime Video ads costs another $2.99 per month.
How much does Amazon Prime cost?
| Plan | Current price |
|---|---|
| Monthly | $14.99/mo |
| Annual | $139/yr |
| Prime Video ad-free add-onPrime Video shows ads unless you pay this extra. | $2.99/mo |
US list prices; taxes, promotions, and app-store billing may differ. Last reviewed July 10, 2026.
Verify on the official pricing pageAmazon Prime price history
January 2024
Ads arrived on Prime Video; ad-free now costs $2.99/month extra.
February 2022
Annual price rose $119 → $139; monthly $12.99 → $14.99.
How to cancel Amazon Prime
- 1Go to amazon.com → Accounts & Lists → Prime.
- 2Click Manage Membership → End Membership.
- 3Amazon will show several retention screens, keep clicking through to confirm.
- 4Choose whether to end now (possible partial refund if benefits unused) or at renewal.
What to know before you cancel
Paying monthly costs $179.88/year, $40 more than the annual plan for the same thing. Amazon is unusually refund-friendly: end membership right after a renewal you didn't use and you can often get that charge back. If you only want Prime Video, it's available standalone for $8.99/month.
Free trial policy
30-day free trial for new members; students get 6 months.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Amazon Prime?
Current US list prices for Amazon Prime are Monthly: $14.99/mo · Annual: $139/yr · Prime Video ad-free add-on: $2.99/mo. Taxes, promotions, bundles, and third-party billing can change the final price.
How do I cancel Amazon Prime?
Start here: Go to amazon.com → Accounts & Lists → Prime. Complete the remaining confirmation steps before leaving the account page, and save the cancellation email or screenshot.
Can I get a refund when I cancel Amazon Prime?
Often, yes. If you haven't used Prime benefits since the last charge, Amazon typically offers a full or partial refund when you end membership. The cancellation flow tells you the refund amount before you confirm.
Is annual Amazon Prime cheaper than paying monthly?
Yes. Twelve monthly payments cost $179.88, while the annual membership is $139. Paying annually saves $40.88 if you keep Prime for the full year.
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