Best Grocery Delivery · pricing · Updated June 2026
Amazon Prime pricing (2026)
Amazon Prime starts at $11.58/mo (Prime Annual), across 2 plans. Best for Households that already use Prime for shipping and streaming who want grocery delivery included. Every figure links to Amazon Prime's own page and the date we captured it.
At a glance
- Entry price: $11.58/mo (Prime Annual) · 23% off with annual billing
- Free tier: No · 30-day trial
- Compliance: HIPAA — · SOC 2 — · GDPR —
- Best for: Households that already use Prime for shipping and streaming who want grocery delivery included; Whole Foods shoppers seeking member pricing and free delivery; University students wanting the widest bundle (streaming + shipping + grocery) at half price via Prime Student
Amazon Prime plans & pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Billing | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Monthly | $14.99 | — | flat | $14.99/month. Includes Amazon Fresh grocery delivery (in eligible zip codes), Prime Video, Amazon Music, Prime Reading, free fast shipping, and more. 30-day free trial for new members. | dealnews.com |
| Prime Annual | $11.58 | −23% | flat | $139/year billed upfront (~$11.58/month). Annual price held at $139 since the February 2022 increase from $119. annualDiscountPct = (14.99-11.58)/14.99 rounded. | dealnews.com |
Last verified 2026-06-14. Official amazon.com/prime returned HTTP 503. Pricing re-verified 2026-06-14 against dealnews.com (How Much Is Amazon Prime, June 2026), which states the standard membership is $14.99/month or $139/year, with the $139 annual rate held since 2022. Amazon Fresh same-day grocery delivery is included with Prime in eligible zip codes. VERIFIER NOTE: the previously listed $12.99 monthly figure was the 2018 price and was stale; corrected to the current $14.99/month.
Capabilities
Integrations: Amazon Fresh (grocery delivery), Whole Foods Market (10% off sale items + Blue Tag deals), Prime Video, Amazon Music Unlimited, Prime Reading, Amazon Photos (unlimited photo storage), Rx Pass pharmacy.
Key features: Free same-day or next-day grocery delivery from Amazon Fresh (eligible zip codes); Extra 10% off Whole Foods sale items and exclusive Blue Tag deals for Prime members; Bundled streaming (Prime Video), music, reading, and unlimited photo storage; Prime Student plan at $7.49/month or $69/year (roughly half price) for university students; Free grocery delivery for government-assistance recipients at $4.99/month (no Prime required); Free 2-hour delivery from Whole Foods in many metros.
Plan limits: Amazon Fresh grocery delivery available only in eligible zip codes (not nationwide); Non-Prime grocery delivery add-on costs $9.99/month extra for orders $35+ from Fresh/Whole Foods; Amazon Fresh physical store locations closed January–February 2026; service is now delivery-only; 30-day free trial limited to new Prime members only; Prime Student ($7.49/month or $69/year) requires valid university enrollment.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Amazon Prime cost?
Amazon Prime starts at $11.58/mo (Prime Annual); it has 2 published plans. Verified 2026-06-14.
Is Amazon Prime cheaper billed annually?
Yes. Amazon Prime publishes a 23% discount for paying annually (on the Prime Annual plan). Verified 2026-06-14.
What are cheaper alternatives to Amazon Prime?
Cheaper grocery delivery than Amazon Prime (entry $11.58/mo) include Walmart+ at $4.08/mo, Target Circle 360 at $4.08/mo, Kroger Boost at $5.75/mo. Verified 2026-06-14.
Does Amazon Prime support HIPAA?
Amazon Prime HIPAA support: —. SOC 2: —. GDPR: —.
Does Amazon Prime have a free plan?
Amazon Prime free tier: No; 30-day free trial.
Amazon Prime vs alternatives
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Cheaper grocery delivery alternatives
- Instacart+ from $8.25/mo
- Shipt from $8.25/mo
- DashPass (DoorDash) from $8/mo
- Kroger Boost from $5.75/mo
- Walmart+ from $4.08/mo
- Target Circle 360 from $4.08/mo