Simple Tips On How To Save Money With Amazon
Buying from Amazon is convenient for so many of us, but how do you make sure you’re getting the best deals?
I want to show you how to save money with Amazon shopping, so you don’t have to worry about spending more than you need to.
With the cost of living still stretching household budgets, knowing how to make the most of every Amazon purchase is more useful than ever.
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Amazon Prime Membership
I thought for a long time that Amazon Prime wasn’t worth the money, until I actually tried it.
I took advantage of the free 30-day trial and I was hooked.
You can pay in two different ways: monthly or annually. I opt for the annual payment as it works out a little cheaper overall. The monthly option does mean you can cancel at any time, which is handy if you only need it short-term.
In the US, Prime is $14.99/month or $139/year. In the UK, it’s £8.99/month or £95/year. (2026 prices)
But there is far more to Amazon Prime than free fast delivery!
Prime also includes Amazon Prime Video, a streaming service packed with films, box sets, and Amazon Original shows at no extra cost. For me, this alone makes it worthwhile.
But there is so much more including Prime Days. These are amazing days where if you are a Prime member you get access to deals that are mind-blowing.
Then there is:
- Amazon groceries
- Amazon music
- Amazon photos
- Prime fuel savings (US only)
- Grubhub+ savings
- Prescriptions (US only)
Trying Out Amazon Prime
What’s great is that you can try the whole service free for 30 days. If you decide it’s not for you, just cancel before your renewal date and you won’t be charged a penny.
You can even choose your delivery window at checkout, though if your basket is under a set amount, there may be a small delivery fee.
Young Adult Amazon Prime Deals
If you’re a student (or aged 18–24), there’s an even better deal. You can get Amazon Prime Young Adult for half the usual price, and the free trial is a generous six months rather than one.
In the US that’s $7.49/month or $69/year after the trial; in the UK it’s £4.49/month or £47.49/year. (2026 prices)
If you don’t want to continue after the trial, make sure you cancel before the six months is up to avoid being charged.
There are other perks available to students too, so it’s well worth checking those out before you sign up.
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Not In A Hurry
If you’re an Amazon Prime member and don’t need your order urgently, choosing the No-Rush Shipping option at checkout earns you a digital reward credit. This can be used toward Kindle books, Prime Video purchases, digital music, and Amazon app purchases.
It’s a simple way to get a little something back just for being patient — and it adds up over time.
What Is Amazon Haul?
You might have heard of Amazon Haul and wondered what it actually is.
The simple answer: It sells the end of line items and at a reduced rate.
Yes, there’s more of a risk with these items, and if you buy pre-owned, you typically won’t have a manufacturer’s warranty, so think carefully about the item before you purchase. But for the right things, the savings can be significant.
What Is Subscribe And Save
This is one of my favourite things about Amazon. If you buy something regularly, cleaning products, toiletries, pantry staples, you can set up a subscription through Subscribe and Save.
You’ll get at least 5% off the price, and you choose how often you want it delivered, from monthly up to every six months.
If you have 5 or more items active in a single month, that discount increases to 15%, which is a really decent saving on things you’d be buying anyway.
If you ever want to stop, you can cancel individual items from your subscription at any time. Amazon also sends a heads-up notification if the price of an item goes up, so you’re never caught off guard.
Clipping Coupons Digitally
Amazon has its own digital coupons section, and it’s worth checking regularly. You’ll often find discounts on everyday items you’re already buying.
To use one, simply click the button under the coupon to clip it to your account, the saving is then applied automatically when you add that item to your cart.
Daily Deals
Amazon runs deals every single day, not just at major sales events. If you enjoy a bargain, it’s worth checking in on the Daily Deals page regularly, you never know what might come up.
Just remember: it’s only a good deal if it’s something you actually need. Don’t buy something just because the price is reduced!
Shopping From A Small Businesses
Amazon gives smaller, independent businesses a platform to reach a much wider audience than they could on their own. When you shop through Amazon, you’re often buying directly from one of these smaller sellers — you can usually tell because the delivery may come from a different location than your usual Amazon parcels.
The good news is that Amazon’s returns and refund policies still apply, so you get the same level of protection you’d expect from any Amazon purchase.
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So, How Do You Save Money?
Saving money with Amazon doesn’t have to be complicated, there are so many ways to do it once you know where to look.
Amazon Prime Day is the one I look forward to the most, but I also clip digital coupons, check the daily deals, and pop into Amazon Haul every now and then to see if anything catches my eye.
My personal favourite? Subscribe and Save. It’s genuinely simple to set up and can save you up to 15% on the everyday items you’d be buying regardless.
