Amazon ranks among the top shopping destinations, ideal for locating items across virtually every category without leaving home. It’s a one-stop marketplace for nearly anything you might need, but prices can vary wildly. Looking for ways to cut costs on Amazon? We’ve got you covered.
The great thing about the platform is that you can find numerous complimentary offers that help trim your expenses and keep your budget healthy. Curious how to get free stuff on Amazon? Below is a roundup of 11 popular freebies.
Free goodies are out there! Sign into Amazon and hunt for these excellent no-cost perks provided by the retailer.
1. Amazon Prime Free Trial
To unlock many of Amazon’s best deals, you’ll likely need Amazon Prime. You can start with a 30-day free trial. After that, you can choose monthly billing at $14.99 or pay annually. If you’re a student or receiving government assistance, you may qualify for a 50% discount on the subscription.
2. Free Music
Amazon Music Unlimited offers a 30-day free trial, granting access to over 100 million tracks. This ad-free streaming service delivers uninterrupted listening. The trial is available to new subscribers; afterward it costs $9.99 or more per month. If you already have Prime, you can use Amazon Music Prime at no additional charge.
3. Kindle Unlimited
If you’re spending a lot on books and magazines each month, consider Kindle Unlimited. Prime members can try it free for 30 days before it renews at $11.99 per month. There’s also an introductory offer of two months for $4.99, then $11.99 monthly — a slightly better bargain. Log into your account and visit the Kindle Unlimited page to get started.
4. Free Shipping
A major benefit of Amazon is free shipping—often one- or two-day delivery—with a Prime membership. Shipping fees add up quickly, so knowing you won’t be charged for expedited shipping can relieve both stress and budget pressure.
Note: You don’t need Prime to score free shipping; orders of $35 or more typically qualify for no-cost delivery.
5. Free Items Using Points
If you frequently shop on Amazon, consider the Amazon Visa Card (or other credit and rewards programs) to earn cash back and additional perks. The card can deliver 5% back at Amazon.com and Whole Foods Market, 5% on Chase Travel purchases, plus rewards for dining, gas, rideshares and more. Those points accumulate — and you can use your rewards balance to purchase items on Amazon essentially for free.
6. Free Photo Storage
Your Prime membership includes unlimited full-resolution photo storage. You also receive 5 GB of video storage, so you can safely keep treasured moments in your account. Since those photos live in Prime Photos, ordering prints is simple (and ships free, of course).
7. Free Audible Trial
Fans of audiobooks can try Audible free for 30 days. That’s enough time to enjoy a few titles and decide if the $14.95 monthly fee is worth it for you.
8. Grubhub+
Prime members can get Grubhub+ at no cost. Along with lower food delivery prices, you’ll enjoy free delivery, 5% Grubhub+ credit back on pickup orders, and other exclusive offers.
9. Free Games With Luna
Amazon Prime includes access to free PC games via Luna, plus in-game items and more when you redeem the offer. If you watch Twitch, you also receive a complimentary Twitch channel subscription each month.
Games available through Prime include Encodya, Fortnite, Ride4 and others — a treasure trove of free content for gamers.
10. Amazon Try Before You Buy Program
If you’d rather not pay for clothing until you’re sure it fits and looks right, use the Prime Try Before You Buy program. Amazon ships apparel to your door, and you decide what to keep before you’re charged. It eliminates the hassle of returns and refunds by keeping the process simple.
11. Free Self-Publishing Platform
If you’ve always wanted to publish a book, you can produce and distribute your work for free via Kindle Direct Publishing. There’s no upfront cost unless your book sells, and you’ll receive royalties (up to 70%) without an upfront publishing bill — a solid route for a profitable side venture and getting your work out to readers.
Each of these complimentary offers can help you save a sizable amount each month, whether you’re an avid reader or a gamer trying new titles. Many of the freebies are tied to a Prime membership, but at a maximum of $139 per year, you’ll likely recoup more than you spend on the subscription.
