Amazon Prime offers seemingly endless benefits for families, medication users, and everyday shoppers. At $15 a month, it's a no-brainer, but it's valid to be skeptical. After all, what if you don't use any of the perks? That's where the retailer's sweet free trial comes in.
Newcomers can try Prime for free for 30 days before committing to the monthly subscription. If you're reading this in late June, you've come at the perfect time to use one of the best perks of membership, too: access to all of the retailer's Prime Day deals.
Amazon Prime membership usually costs $14.99 a month, plus tax. Alternatively, you can opt for plans including Prime Annual at $140 a year, Young Adults Prime at $7.49 a month, and Prime Access at $6.99 a month. College students and young adults can even enjoy an extended free trial period of six months.
| Plan | Price | Who is eligible |
| Prime Monthly | $14.99 a month | Anyone |
| Prime Annual | $139 a year | Anyone |
| Prime for Young Adults | $7.49 a month | 18-24 year olds; students |
| Prime Access | $6.99 a month | Qualified low-income or government assistance recipients |
According to JP Morgan, the estimated annual value is $785, so signing up pays for itself. As a longtime Prime member myself, I definitely see the value in it — each month I save at least $40 in shipping alone. When I factor in the cost of an additional streaming service, music streaming, and grocery delivery, plus the savings I score on exclusive deals, it's a priceless must-have in my life. However, before deciding whether it's worth it for you, I recommend trying the free 30-day trial.
The freebie period is open to new members. Cancellation is easy and can be done at any time through your membership settings. If you haven't used your benefits at all, you may even be eligible for a refund.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
Prime Day is only days away, returning for shoppers on June 23 through 26. The four-day event promises all-time lows and incredible savings. Keep tabs on the best deals by following our Prime Day coverage.
Can I shop Prime Day deals during my Amazon Prime free trial?
Thankfully, Amazon doesn't limit Prime Day savings to paid members. That's right, free-trial sign-ups can also score all the event's limited-time savings. With the event only days away, now is a great time to sign up, since the 30-day period will overlap with the sale.
See more: How to sign up for Amazon Prime | Best Amazon Prime benefits | How to tell if a Prime Day deal is good | How to find Lightning Deals | Walmart's Prime Day sale
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