10 Hidden Amazon Prime Benefits to Enhance Your Membership

Are you taking advantage of your Amazon Prime perks? Whether you’re already a Prime member or considering signing up, here are 10 Prime member benefits you should be using!

Once upon a time we had to make lists with paper and pen and physically go to stores when we needed things. Sometimes we’d have to go to several stores or even shopping malls for what we needed. Then one day, out of the heavens, came Amazon. For many of us, the free shipping perk and access to exclusive shows and movies is enough reason to fork over the $14.99 per month to get Prime. But if those reasons haven't been enough to entice you to join Prime, maybe some of these lesser-known incentives will tempt you to signup. Here are 10 of those perks.

Unlimited photo storage

Three words: Unlimited photo storage. I filled up my cloud eons ago, and while I could buy more storage, I’ve instead opted to move my pictures to Amazon Photo Storage. You’ll also get 5GB of video storage for free.

Free release-date delivery

Prime members also get free release-date delivery on video games, movies, books, music, and more. Just pre-order eligible items, then select release-day delivery. Most orders are delivered by 7:00 p.m. on the day of release.

Early access to lightning deals

Get early access to lightning deals. These bargains are only available for 4-12 hours and tend to sell out fast. But with Prime, you get a 30-minute jumpstart on these offers.

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A smart display device with Amazon Music HD playing a \“Sing-along Anthems\“ playlist, featuring a touchscreen interface.

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Up to 60% Off Black Friday Amazon Devices

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Up to 50% Off Beats by Dre

A white and blue robot toy with a screen face and movable limbs, featuring decals like \“Bot\“ and \“FutureX,\“ designed for programmable and remote-controlled interaction.

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Up to 50% Off Holiday Toys at Amazon

An iPad with a black bezel, button on the bottom, and a colorful wallpaper.

$200

$329

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Apple iPad $200

Magna-Tiles Grinch Set features double-sided, scratch-resistant tiles with \“Naughty\“ and \“Nice\“ designs of the Grinch. It's an interactive educational toy for ages 3-99, combining math, science, and creativity, with a warning for small parts.

$25

$48

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50% Off Magna-Tiles Grinch Set

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Up to 50% Off Yeti at Amazon

Scott ComfortPlus Toilet Paper, 12 Double Rolls packaging, stating the rolls equal 24 regular rolls and highlighting strength and comfort.

$12

Save 50%

12pk Scott ComfortPlus Toilet Paper $6

A corded upright vacuum cleaner with a detachable handheld vacuum, predominantly red and silver in color.

$120

$250

Save 52%

$130 Off Shark Rocket Vacuum

A 4-pack of Crest 3D White Advanced toothpaste in Luminous Mint flavor, claiming to remove 90% of surface stains and whiten teeth 2x faster.

$12

$15

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4pk Crest 3D White Toothpaste $12

A bottle and box of Active Seal & Grout Mold Stain Remover, 7 oz, formulated to deep clean, with text stating it cleans, deodorizes and refreshes surfaces.

$13

$19

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Active Deep-Clean Mold Remover $13

$350

$700

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50% Off Shark Matrix Robot Vacuum & Mop

The Bedsure Queen Duvet Cover features a textured, beige fabric with a subtle grid pattern and includes matching pillow shams. It’s styled on a teal headboard with a cozy, layered look, complemented by a wooden dresser with flowers.

$11

$20

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Bedsure Queen Duvet Cover $11 with Prime

Lighted birch tree decorations with warm white lights are placed on a mantel alongside green pine garland and pine cones.

$19

$29

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Set of 2' LED Birch Trees $19

A tablet displays various app icons, including social media, streaming services, and games.

$55

$100

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Newest 2024 Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet $55

Apple iPad featuring a 10.9-inch Retina display with a blue back casing and a camera on the top left corner.

$279

$349

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Apple 10.9" iPad $279

A black Farberware Meat Chopper with a textured handle and five wide blades designed to chop and stir ground meat while cooking.

$10

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Farberware Meat Chopper & Masher $6

It Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream is a moisturizing super cream for all skin types, featuring Anti-Aging Armour with a rejuvenating concentrate.

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40% Off IT Cosmetics Anti-Aging Cream

Blue tin of Royal Dansk Danish Butter Cookies, featuring an assortment of cookies in white paper cups with a variety of shapes like pretzels and swirls. The lid shows an image of a house and emphasizes no preservatives or colors are added.

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Royal Dansk Cookie Tin $4

$21

$36

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40% Off Kitchen Mama Can Openers

This is an Apple Watch with a black band and a square black display showing a digital time face with large numerals.

$329

$499

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Apple Watch Series 10 $329

A woman lounging on a gray upholstered bed with a blue lamp and white nightstand in the background.

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Up to 65% Off Mattresses at Wayfair

A person lies relaxed on a bed with dark green bedding, surrounded by pillows and a neutral knit blanket, set in a bright room with large windows.

$31

$50

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Soft-Washed Comforter Set $31

A soft green blanket is draped beside an open book and a coffee cup on a saucer, creating a cozy setting.

$10

$14

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Bedsure Fleece Blankets $10 or Less

Two purple bottles labeled Luseta Biotin & Collagen, one shampoo and one conditioner, both with pump dispensers.

$23

$32

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Thickening Shampoo & Conditioner $23

Free shipping with select merchants

Did you know that Prime members get free shipping at Woot! and shopbop? Plus Zappos will give you a free shipping upgrade when you checkout using your Amazon account.

Free access to podcasts and music

Amazon Prime members also enjoy free access to top podcasts and over 100 million songs when using shuffle. If you prefer your music on-demand, try a free 30-day trial of Amazon Music Unlimited. The cost goes to $8.99 per month if you decide not to cancel it.

Prime Gaming

Gamers are covered as well. Prime Gaming includes free games, in-game content, and even a free membership to a Twitch channel of your choice.

Free delivery options

Prime members can also have their finds delivered to an Amazon locker location for free. Would you rather save the trip and have your packages delivered in your garage? No problem, Prime offers that too. With the Amazon Key program, vetted drivers will have one-time access to your garage. This service is totally free once you pay for the initial start-up costs.

Try before you buy

One drawback to buying clothing, accessories, and shoes online is not being able to try it on before you buy it. Introducing try before you buy, exclusively for Prime members. Here’s how it works: Buy six qualifying items, return what you don’t want within seven days, and only pay for what you keep.

RXPass

Need generic medications? No insurance or poor coverage? Prime members have access to RXPass. Subscribers will get all eligible medications for the flat monthly fee of $5. This program includes over 50 generic drugs. If your meds are on this list, run, don’t walk.

Whole Foods discounts

Unfortunately the cost of groceries continues to rise. The advantages of Prime don’t end when you leave the online world. Whole Foods offers special in-store prices to Amazon Prime members who download the app.

Still not sold? There are a couple of ways to get Amazon Prime for free. Existing Prime members can share their Prime benefits with one member of their household at no additional cost. Also, if you haven’t been a Prime member for the past 12 months, you can sign up (again) for a free trial! Lastly, you may qualify for a discounted membership with Prime Access if you are receiving government assistance. College students who are currently enrolled may also qualify for a discounted membership with Prime Student. These memberships cost between $6.99-$7.49 per month.