10 Amazon Prime Benefits You Might Not Be Using

[@BrettInTech]

Availability of benefits may vary by region... What Prime benefit is your favorite? We have found since we don't order from Amazon as much as we used to that Prime Video is the primary benefit that keeps us renewing each year. Even with the membership increases, we think it's still a decent value overall. Your mileage may vary. 😃 Thanks for watching!

[@yulz_khepter]

Y sir? Y? Techgumbo is legend. Im used to hear 'techgumbo'

[@kinsmed]

Brett, I've had Prime benefits off and on. You've probably made me a lifelong member now. I've added 3 or 4 I didn't know I had access to.

[@BrettInTech]

Upon doing research there were a few I didn't know about. The free games seems cool.

[@tonecapone221]

Thanks!

[@BrettInTech]

You're welcome. Thank you!

[@gregbowen617]

Great info - I've been a prime member here in Australia for over two years and never knew about some of these! Thanks!

[@BrettInTech]

Cheers!

[@CJ-xe2wi]

Some of these perks will only be available in the U.S.A.

[@bradhood9080]

I don't believe Amazon household is available in Australia. I tried only to find out it is not available in Canada either

[@CJ-xe2wi]

@@bradhood9080 Thanks for checking 🇨🇦. Of course, they're not available. 🙄 Maybe I'm just in a lousy mood, butt Amazon sellers really take advantage of Canadians v Americans (probably others too).

[@TufferImages]

Last time I checked, Prime Photos unlimited storage wasn't available in Australia either. As an amateur photographer, this sux.

[@DJAYPAZ]

Excellent video. As prime subscriber I did not know about some of these services. Thanks for the information. Time to go and take a much close look at my Prime subscription. Thumbs up.

[@BrettInTech]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. A LOT OF OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM. GREAT VIDEO AND EDUCATION. THANKS FOR SHARING.

[@dplunk13]

It'd be nice to get the 2 day shipping like you're supposed.

[@BrettInTech]

That would be nice. It's hit or miss.

[@k9rescuer934]

Agree….I cancelled because it was taking 7 - 10 days on average to receive my orders.

[@surabaya5927]

And sometimes it takes 3? Oh no, the world is coming to an end!!!!

[@cdavila1142]

​@@surabaya5927Right? People complain and make a fuss bout everything!

[@soundguydon]

@@cdavila1142 It's not that people are "making a fuss about everything," it's that the service has drastically gone downhill over the past couple of years, yet the membership fees has gone up. I had Prime for years, but stopped paying the annual fee when I no longer got my shipments when I was supposed to. *Occasionally* I sub for a month if I know I'll be buying a few things that'll make up for the cost of shipping, but I won't do the yearly sub anymore.

[@JoshuaYoungsma]

Prime gaming is fantastic with all the free games and content! Make sure to be aware that the Luna games they advertise are only available to play until a certain date and after that require you to pay for Luna to play them further.

[@asan1050]

Thanks for pointing these options out.

[@BrettInTech]

You're very welcome!

[@shawnab1559]

Thanks! 👍I didn't know about some of these.

[@BrettInTech]

Cool!

[@chargerman165]

The new $179 price may not be worth it to me because I am supposed to get two day shipping and a lot of time I don't . USPS and Fed Ex are horrible about delays so why should I pay a higher price when they use those shipping services. They used to us UPS a lot and had no issue because UPS is generally on time. Mine comes due end of year so may not renew it.

[@JamesGraham-f7y]

As long as they don't jack up the price, I will remain a Prime member.

[@kinsmed]

Brett, please considering as a topic free memberships that give back a lot. Examples; Epic games, GOG, etc.

[@BenPanna]

absolutely

[@ForgottenDetails]

Thanks, Brett. I learned something new!

[@BrettInTech]

Cool!

[@greyghost9628]

Agree 2 day shipping as promised would be nice!

[@tattiepeelneil7658]

Clarksons farm. Best reality show ever made 👍

[@ASGSam1]

You should make a clip showing Amazon Prime Benefits for international users (non US)

[@afacelessname1378]

As this is different in every country it would be difficult to do.

[@RE_Roni]

if some people dont know if u connect your prime gaming account with your twitch account you get a free twitch sub u dont have to pay for for any streamer u want. if this was helpful please lave a Like ! `´

[@danthesquirrel]

For over 10 years I paid for Amazon Prime but I finally quit spending the outrageous $139 a year membership fee this past year. I find that waiting until I have $25 or more in an order to still get free shipping and waiting a few extra days to get stuff has been no big inconvenience. This month I am still getting a subscribe and save order because I still pay for a UPS box so I can use Amazon for big stuff but I am thinking of switching to using the free Amazon Lockers that only accept most small packages (and no subscribe and save). Many online retailers allow free pickup at their stores so I could still get big stuff, just not thru Amazon.

[@A.M.Independent.Consultant]

Okay, so letting go prime has worked for you? I am heavily thinking about letting it go. Was that the only benefit you were using?

[@A.M.Independent.Consultant]

So even without an account you can have them delivery to a pub ..? didn't know that. Thanks for this

[@dallas88b]

Here in Australia the price has been jacked up, again, plus there are advertisements inserted into movies and 'TV shows' now. The advertisements killed it for me. I cancelled.

[@ragingsilver]

In the U.K. we get deliveroo silver plan with prime

[@BrettInTech]

Good to know. 👍 Thought that was just an Audible benefit.

[@virginiahinners8520]

Thanks!

[@gk14914]

Does Amazon charge prime members before or after shipping?

[@floyd6545]

You know they are going to get their money before they ship anything.

[@td8778]

good stuff

[@gus473]

I still expected a "here on Tech Gumbo" outro! 🤦😅✌️

[@BrettInTech]

😁 Been working on new intro graphics. Should be ready for the video next Friday.

[@joe18750]

There shouldn't be any argument. Prime smashes Netflix.

[@redscorpian112]

Prime added adds/commercials. You have to pay to remove the adds.

[@joe18750]

@ it’s not clear what your point is. Netflix has commercials as well. Prime has content head and shoulders above the garbage on Netflix.

[@ZKRITTEX]

I'm a prime subscriber from the u.k and have to pay extra for music and ebooks, don't know if have to pay extra for the cloud storage though. I've used prime gaming and movies a lot

[@garethhanby]

There is a selection of a thousand eBooks and audiobooks included with prime that rotate regularly and also a lot of music, you also get free Deliveroo delivery.

[@ZKRITTEX]

@@garethhanby every time my kids go to Amazon music or audible I get a notification to pay for the subscription.

[@LayLow83]

I’ve ordered some gifts for Christmas however nothing got to my home in 2 days. But and a Big But, Amazing TV is Awesome. I’m going to reduce my Cable Plan and go with Amazon. I have already cancelled all streaming plans. Just Amazon TV alone worth it regardless of any other benefits. I had no idea Amazon TV is this good. I just hope the 30 day free trial is not different than the real Amazon TV being offered. That would be extremely disappointing and I would most likely cancel.

[@daltsav]

I've had prime for years, I don't understand why the movie selections are separated by free and pay. Seems like prime members shouldn't have to pay for any movies. Some are even old and they still charge. 🤨🤨🤨

[@janetwoodville3643]

Amazon is cutting back on packaging. Pull tab paper or plastic bags. I hardly ever saw a box. And never mind the 2 day shipping. They kept delaying a lot of my shipments. Amazon raised everyones membership fee but they cut back on shipping materials. Bags instead of boxes.

[@genghis_connie]

I’ve been a Prime Member since the beginning. I looked at the charges, and I see I’m paying for Ptime Video. Doesn’t make sense - and I still need to rent or buy most Amazon Videos and series. Am I doing something wrong? I’m in the U.S.

[@btx5740]

I don’t think I send $150 / yr on shipping this year I’m keeping track of

[@nyomcgirt1439]

Currently the Prime Membership is $139 up $20 from last year. I'd rather use the family sharing tool and keep one membership for 2 people. Makes more sense.

[@KikkiF]

Does that apply to all countries with Amazon or only in USA?

[@dArtagnan712]

It's good to know that there are other benefits, because I rarely get the actual 1 or 2-day delivery and when they give me a firm delivery date in, for example a week, they've rarely been on time, even for that. So, maybe it's the same with these other benefits; you don't actually get what they promise.

[@tizfrreecharm]

I'm a Prime member and didn't know about some of the free benefits mentioned in your excellent vid. Thanks for posting! You may have also mentioned that there are discounts to the Prime membership based on economic status. I've been following you for a couple of years now, so keep up the good work (and no, this has not been a solicited comment! 😉)

[@BrettInTech]

lol! Thanks! That's a good tip. Also students can get a discount on membership as well.

[@BenPanna]

Amazon is also take dominate in AI and robotics areas

[@nyomcgirt1439]

Whole Foods charges a $9.99 delivery fee on their deliveries same day or not. FYI here in California.

[@johnlongford1734]

I have cancelled my Prime membership. Most of the so called benefits are of no use to me. The film/show content is bad and now adverts are added. There is very little free viewing anyway. As for their chuck it and leave delivery service…

[@janejetson2978]

Me,too! Not going back.

[@JamesGraham-f7y]

Prime reading is not available in Canada, as far as I know.

[@vampiregoat69]

Prime is not worth it now that they are putting ads in ALL movies

[@MICHAELBURKE-u1d]

Yet is is don’t buy it then and move on with your comments

[@msk3905]

Not all movies but i agree they have crept into more

[@332mm]

Agree 100%. This was the main benefit to me. Most disappointing.

[@citizenkimi]

In Netherlands, it's freaking EUR 2.99. It's pretty usable with a VPN, *just don't abuse it*

[@kathyfann]

Do you know the only thing about Amazon prime videos they need to add new content or they need to pick up some of the really old movies that we all loved I need to do something because I’ve watched pretty much everything Amazon had that I was interested in a while back who doesn’t like John Wayne movies McLintock bunch of others I mean if you want to laugh in these times we need some good old fashion comedies

[@dianastacey919]

well kindle just changed and I had to sign up for yearly instead of monthly charges for this service

[@HienNguyen-cw8st]

Boss soundbar 600

[@CrazyAboutVinylRecords]

I cancelled Amazon Prime yesterday. I'm just fed up with the constant missed deliveries and half the time when I order vinyl records they send the wrong album and I have to return it for a refund. I can't ask for a replacement because they will send the wrong item two or three or more times until the system will only allow you to return it for a refund. Funny how Amazon Prime 2-Day shipping turns into Amazon 7-Day shipping. The last straw for me was last night when I ordered something and on the item page it said delivery by Sunday 1/19 if ordered in the next 4 hours. I placed an order and then twenty minutes later the order page said "Delivery expected January 29th." Amazon had already charged my card and would not allow me to cancel the order. Enough already.

[@mohammedayaanghugharia]

Why the name change?

[@BrettInTech]

Just got tired of it and when people address me, it's best they know my name.

[@22symoo]

good

[@MinnPinny]

Jelery! 💍

[@daltsav]

It sucks royally rhat Prime member still have to pay to rent or buy some movies. Even old ones they charge for. Not only that but the selection of free movies is dismal unless you enjoy oreign films. Ive also noticed that you could start a series only to find out it was only the first season that's free if you want to watch the rest you have to pay. 😡😡

[@bradwillis2274]

Where is your..da da da di dint opening music ???????

[@BrettInTech]

The new opening graphics with music will be in the video this Friday.

[@wayneg296]

👍👍😎✌️🤟

[@socratesrocks1513]

Many of these might be available to US Prime Members, but not to those overseas who have to pay extra. I'm afraid most of us outside the US will be disappointed. For example, Amazon music is 3 months free, then £8.99 a month.

[@BrettInTech]

Good point. It would be nice if Prime benefits were the same for all countries.

[@AnilAtluriWord]

Most of the Prime features seem to be open to Prime Subscribers in the US market and are not available in India. :-). Next time when you are making such programs, you better inform your viewers that, "some of the features / benefits may not be available in your geographical area / markets." :-)

[@BrettInTech]

Thanks! Will do. Wasn't aware that Prime benefits varied by country.

[@Fr0styPage]

Worst thing for anyone to use their money on, Amazon prime

[@Starmanfansunofficial]

❤❤

[@joannebies3879]

Amazon prime does not offer free shipping. Their pricing is at minimum 3.00 more than other places. It’s been that way since the inception. The timing of deliveries are not 2-3 days. It’s very sloppy compared to when Jeff Bezos ran it. But they do have some good shows and they keep getting new good programs…. So I’m not sure I’ll decide year to year if I keep it.

[@floristics.71]

🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@Yoop88]

Prime music used to be great but now all albums shuffle play instead of playing in order

[@mikeabc5355]

The only "benefit" I wanted from Amazon was for them not to charge me for a Prime membership when I did not ask for it but they did it twice without my authorization so I will not shop at Amazon anymore.

[@karenbachar5253]

I know I'm not using them because I got rid of Amazon prime four years ago and I'm a happy camper!!!

[@peterwelsh7491]

l joined prime NO Advertising . Now its started . IM not going to continue with Amazon Prime . With adverts and pay no way. Good bye

[@DanaX09]

Great information but you triggered my Alexa multiple times while trying to watch this video.

[@greentombdive]

Is anyone else getting no response when hitting ‘End membership’?

[@sharptongue1190]

Unlimited music is $11.99

[@michaelmeyers514]

LMAO I never got 2 day shipping that's why I cancelled my prime

[@southwest7977]

Prime music got worse. I used to have playlists for most songs. I could buy ones not included. Now they want $8.99 or they randomly play songs somewhat in the same genre. I refuse to pay to get back what I had.

[@techbulb3440]

Yea, they made a bad move.

[@patcummings6950]

Membership rate increased...ads increased on videos unless you pay an additional $2.99 a month to block ads. Delivery times are lengthening. I rarely find anything worth watching on prime video. Maybe 2 or 3 shows a month. I'll miss Reacher, but canceled my Prime acct today. Just not worth it for me.

[@ZenHulk]

Benefits suck. The 2 day delivery thing is very rarely 2 days, but the worse is there drivers driving the wrong way down our street on a 2 lane road because where he's from that's how they drive. Head on with cars in a state with the worse drivers ever. I HATE AMAZON and wish the US gov would break it up into companies that can be enforced try calling anyone about anything specially their drivers driving.

[@pietvx532]

Half of these only available for us people

[@m.51373]

I found better movies on You Tube

[@Marivelle-ib4op]

I don't subscribe but they charges me every month

[@rodeowerewolf3004]

None of the things shown here are guaranteed or as advertised. From regularly failed on time shipping to ads on all prime video offers. Prime is less valuable than ever. I for one am cancelling. Tired of the increasing cost and increasingly failing services.

[@allcore5172]

Amazon prime is a sell out and won’t be getting my support. Charge people more to not have commercials, the entire point of streaming is to not have them. Then my (extra) channel I pay extra for has a show that is included, randomly upon logging in and out it will try to make me buy the episodes or season. Straight joke. Netflix has my support and once they do the same I’ll use another one.

[@ValdezJu]

Amazon blows!

[@pavernater]

I have Amazon prime, get free movies, if your a liberal it's great, if your a conservative it fucking sucks

[@jimfaust6342]

Amazon Prime video is a nightmare. Horrible format imo. They don't tell you straight up what your paying for. They also try to sell you movies and tv episodes. Or you can rent them. What are we paying for then?

[@GrayHand-jz6ie]

WHERE DID MY MOVIES GO???????????????????????????? This is why everyone HATESD Amazon. I absolutely hate everything about the new format and you DELETED MY PURCHASED MOVIES A$$HOLES! Done with Amazon. Finding other sources since I don;t have free shipping since I CANCELED over crap like this. Amazon is not worth it without free shipping and Prime Movies is insulting!!!

[@Din9mir]

Nothing significant…

[@davidquee8728]

Prime Video is simply not worth the cost. To access a significant portion of its content, you need multiple additional subscriptions, including Paramount, Showtime, HBO, and Starz. Furthermore, most of the 'free' content now comes with ads, which is frustrating. At this point, you might as well just subscribe to a traditional cable service instead.

[@MARC1TIM]

Brett thanks for the info. 1 year of Grubhub+ free got me excited; until I realized the driver "tip" is mandatory, as is the Service Fee. Don't get me wrong, I usually tip delivery drivers anyway. But taking away my choice is just BullSh!t