Amazon Music Prime or Music Unlimited: differences and which to choose
In short
Amazon Music Prime is included in the Amazon Prime subscription at no extra cost. Amazon Music Unlimited is a separate subscription at €12.99 a month, with a 30-day free trial. The main difference is control: Music Unlimited lets you pick each song and download it; the music included with Prime works more like a radio station.
Key points
- Music Prime: included in Prime, at no extra cost.
- Music Unlimited: €12.99 a month, separate from Prime.
- Key difference: picking each song and downloading it.
- Both play without adverts.
- Music Unlimited trial: 30 days free.
Comparison table: Music Prime against Music Unlimited
| Amazon Music Prime | Amazon Music Unlimited | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Included in Amazon Prime | €12.99 a month (individual plan) |
| Family plan | None | €22.99 a month |
| Free trial | The Prime one: 30 days | 30 days |
| Adverts | No adverts | No adverts |
| Listening mode | Like a radio station, with a selection of on-demand playlists | On demand: you pick each song, album or playlist |
| Offline downloads | Limited to a selection of playlists | Yes, across the whole catalogue |
| Voice control with Alexa | Yes | Yes |
| Requires Prime | Yes | No |
Music Unlimited prices according to the trade press in February 2026. Amazon sets the features of each plan and may change them: check them in the app.
What Amazon Music Prime is
Amazon Music Prime is the music service included in Amazon Prime. According to Amazon, it offers more than 100 million songs and podcasts without adverts. It is not paid separately: it comes with the Prime fee.
What Amazon Music Unlimited is
Amazon Music Unlimited is Amazon's paid music service. It lets you pick any song, album or playlist, listen without adverts and download music to play offline. It is independent of Prime.
The difference that matters: control
- With Music Prime you choose an artist or playlist and related music plays.
- With Music Unlimited the exact song you ask for plays.
- With Music Unlimited you download your playlists to travel or train without coverage.
What Music Unlimited costs per year
| Plan | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | €12.99 | €155.88 |
| Family | €22.99 | €275.88 |
| Annual Prime + individual Music Unlimited | — | €205.78 |
Our own calculation: monthly fee times twelve. The family plan split between six people works out at €3.83 a month each.
Examples
You play background music while you work
Music Prime is usually enough: you do not need to pick each song and it is already included in Prime.
You listen to whole albums and build your own playlists
Music Unlimited fits better: you choose each song and the order.
You often travel by plane or underground
Music Unlimited downloads make the difference. We explain it in offline music for travel.
Which one to choose
If you are already a Prime member, use the included music first. If you miss picking each song or downloading it, try Music Unlimited for 30 days and decide on day 23. The guide Amazon Music Unlimited: what it offers and who it suits goes deeper.
Frequently asked questions about Amazon Music Prime and Music Unlimited
What is the difference between Amazon Music Prime and Music Unlimited?
Music Prime is included in Amazon Prime. Music Unlimited is a separate subscription that lets you pick each song and download it.
Is Amazon Music Prime free?
It has no extra cost for Amazon Prime members: it is included in the Prime fee.
How much does Amazon Music Unlimited cost?
The individual plan costs €12.99 a month and the family plan €22.99, according to the prices published in February 2026.
Is Amazon Music Unlimited included in Prime?
No. Prime includes Amazon Music Prime. Music Unlimited is paid separately.
Do I need to be a Prime member to have Music Unlimited?
No. Amazon Music Unlimited is a subscription independent of Amazon Prime.
Does Amazon Music Prime have adverts?
No. According to Amazon, Music Prime offers songs and podcasts without adverts.
Can I pick any song on Amazon Music Prime?
The music included with Prime works more like a radio station. Music Unlimited is the one for picking each song.
Can I download music with Amazon Music Prime?
Music Prime downloads are limited to a selection of playlists. Music Unlimited lets you download the whole catalogue.
How many songs does Amazon Music Prime have?
More than 100 million songs and podcasts, according to Amazon's announcement of June 2025.
Does Amazon Music Unlimited have a free trial?
Yes. The Amazon Music Unlimited free trial lasts 30 days.
How much does Amazon Music Unlimited cost per year?
Twelve monthly payments of the individual plan come to €155.88.
How much is the Amazon Music Unlimited family plan?
€22.99 a month, according to the prices published in February 2026. That is €275.88 a year.
Is it worth moving from Music Prime to Music Unlimited?
If you listen to music daily, want to pick each song and need downloads, yes. For background music, Music Prime is usually enough.
Does Music Unlimited work with Alexa?
Yes. Amazon Music Unlimited lets you ask for songs, albums or playlists by voice.
Does Music Prime work with Alexa?
Yes. The music included with Prime can also be requested by voice on Alexa devices.
Can I have Music Prime and Music Unlimited at the same time?
If you are a Prime member and subscribe to Music Unlimited, you will use Music Unlimited, which includes everything in Music Prime plus more features.
Does Amazon Music Unlimited renew automatically?
Yes. When the trial ends it renews every month until it is cancelled.
How do I cancel Amazon Music Unlimited?
In the subscriptions section of your Amazon account, or in the app store if you subscribed from your phone.
What happens to my downloads if I cancel Music Unlimited?
Downloads stop being available when the subscription ends, because they are part of the service.
Which is better for background music?
Amazon Music Prime is usually enough, because you do not need to pick each song and it is already included in Prime.
Sources and date checked
- Amazon: description of Amazon Music Prime in its June 2025 announcement (in Spanish)
- Trade press: Amazon Music Unlimited prices in Spain, February 2026 (in Spanish)
- Terms published by Amazon.es for Amazon Music, checked in October 2026
The practical advice, examples and calculators are the work of Global Store Afiliados. Facts last checked: 10 October 2026. How we check the facts: editorial methodology.
How to cite this page. You may cite these figures by naming the source “Global Store Afiliados”, the page address and the date the facts were checked (11 October 2026).
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