Unlock all the Amazon Prime perks you didn’t know you have, from cheaper gas to addictive games.
Let’s address the elephant in the room: Amazon Prime membership costs aren’t getting any cheaper. My credit card just took the hit from the yearly auto-renewal.
As I reminisce about the $79 annual fee in 2005—now inflated to $139—I can’t help but ask, “Why am I paying so much for two-day shipping and a video service?”
But Amazon has crammed the membership with enough perks to justify the price and then some. The catch? Many people aren’t aware of all the options available to them.
Here’s a look at some of the lesser-known perks you should be taking advantage of.
Free Grubhub+
Did you know Prime members get fee-free restaurant delivery as part of their membership? This perk is dangerously convenient, and now you’re in the loop.
Through Amazon’s partnership with Grubhub+, you can enjoy meal discounts, earn credits for future orders, and skip delivery fees at participating restaurants. Just link your Amazon Prime account to Grubhub and start feasting.
RxPass: $5 Unlimited Prescriptions
Amazon’s RxPass charges a flat $5 monthly fee for unlimited generic medications. Yes, that’s $5 total, not per prescription.
With more than 50 eligible medications, you can bypass the insurance maze as long as you have prescriptions from your doctor. This service is available in most U.S. states, except California, Texas, and Washington.
10 Cents Off Per Gallon of Gas
Prime’s fuel savings program lets members save 10 cents per gallon at over 7,000 gas stations nationwide.
Link your Amazon account to the Earnify app to find participating BP, Amoco, and AM PM stations. Use the savings on gas to indulge in fountain sodas and carb-heavy snacks from the convenience store.
Gaming Galore
Every month, Prime Gaming delivers free full-game downloads, exclusive in-game content, and Twitch channel subscriptions. And at least one game each month is top-tier.
The value of the games alone can easily cover the yearly cost of Prime. Plus, Amazon’s Luna cloud gaming service lets you stream popular titles straight to your Fire TV or Fire Stick. No need for an expensive console—just grab a controller and play on the big screen.
Unlimited Photo Storage
Why pay for cloud storage when Prime offers unlimited full-resolution photo backups? Forget about deleting photos. Snap away with reckless abandon.
This feature includes automatic backups across devices, family sharing options, and advanced organization tools through the Amazon Photos app. Download the app, enable auto-backup, and rest easy knowing your memories are safely stored.
Maximize Your Membership
Amazon Prime is more than just speedy shipping and streaming. With benefits like free food delivery, cheap prescriptions, and gaming perks, the membership can pay for itself several times over. Start exploring these hidden gems today and get the most out of your subscription.
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