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Walmart+ vs. Amazon Prime: Which Shopping Subscription Service Is Better?

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Written byHolly D. Johnson – Edited by Lisa Carrasquilo

Key Takeaways
* Walmart+ and Amazon Prime are two of the most popular subscription shopping services available today.
* Both memberships let you get free shipping on eligible products, free grocery delivery and discounts on certain products and services.
* While Amazon Prime costs more than Walmart+, Prime memberships come with more entertainment benefits and features overall.

Major retailers are always looking for ways to increase their market share, and subscription shopping services are one way they accomplish this goal. Some commonly used services have even become household names that families rely on, including Amazon Prime and Walmart+.

Both subscriptions help people get the items they need without having to constantly head out to the store, and they come with other benefits that can make their annual fees worth it in the long run. But, which of these subscription services should you go with?

Here are the differences between Amazon Prime and Walmart+, as well as which perks each service offers and how they compare in terms of cost.

Walmart+ and Amazon Prime overviews

Both Walmart+ and Amazon Prime offer free delivery on eligible purchases including groceries, plus a range of entertainment options and additional benefits. Both programs also include discounts on a number of different products and services.

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The chart below provides an overview of both programs and the main benefits they include.

Walmart+ Amazon Prime
Cost $12.95 per month or $98 per year $14.99 per month or $139 per year
Delivery benefits Free delivery as soon as the same day for orders of $35 or more
  • Free one-day and two day delivery on millions of items
  • Free same-day delivery on eligible purchases that reach a specific threshold (usually $25 in eligible items)
In-store benefits
  • Walmart+ mobile scan-and-go access
  • Gas discount at 13,000+ gas stations
  • Benefits in-store at Whole Foods, including discounts on sale items (excluding alcohol) and special seasonal discounts throughout the year
  • Fuel savings at more than 7,500 gas stations across the U.S.
Entertainment benefits Paramount+ Essential plan included Access to Prime Video, Prime Video channels, Prime Music, FreeTime Unlimited game options, Prime Gaming content, photo storage and more
Major additional benefits
  • Free pharmacy delivery
  • Free online petcare benefits
  • Savings at Burger King
  • Walmart Auto Care Center benefits
  • Discounts at Amazon Fresh
  • Free GrubHub+ membership with $0 delivery fees and additional savings
  • Medical care and prescription benefits

 

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