Amazon Prime or Prime Student: differences, price and savings
In short
Prime Student includes the same benefits as Amazon Prime and costs half as much: €2.49 a month or €24.95 a year, against €4.99 and €49.90. It also has a 90-day free trial instead of 30. Students of any age and people aged 18 to 24 can get it, for a maximum of four years.
Key points
- Benefits: the same on both plans.
- Price: Prime Student costs half.
- Trial: 90 days against 30.
- Requirement: being a student or aged 18 to 24.
- Saving: €99.80 over four years on the annual plan.
Comparison table: Amazon Prime against Prime Student
| Amazon Prime | Prime Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per month | €4.99 | €2.49 |
| Price per year | €49.90 | €24.95 |
| Free trial | 30 days | 90 days |
| Who can sign up | Any customer | Students of any age and people aged 18 to 24 |
| Verification | Not needed | Official document for age, or academic verification |
| Maximum length | No limit | Four years |
| Fast delivery at no extra cost | Yes | Yes |
| Prime Video and Amazon Music Prime | Included | Included |
| Lock-in | No | No |
Prices checked in October 2026. Eligibility according to Amazon's announcement of June 2025.
What they have in common
The benefits are the same. According to Amazon, both plans include fast delivery at no extra cost, Prime Video, Amazon Music Prime, Amazon Photos and access to exclusive deals such as Prime Day.
How they differ
- Price: Prime Student costs exactly half.
- Free trial: 90 days on Prime Student and 30 on Prime.
- Eligibility: Prime Student requires you to verify your age or your studies.
- Length: the reduced price lasts a maximum of four years.
- Extras: the June 2025 announcement mentioned 10% off selected fashion and two months of Kindle Unlimited for Prime Student.
How much you save with Prime Student
| Period | Amazon Prime | Prime Student | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| One month | €4.99 | €2.49 | €2.50 |
| One year, paid monthly | €59.88 | €29.88 | €30.00 |
| One year, paid annually | €49.90 | €24.95 | €24.95 |
| Four years, paid annually | €199.60 | €99.80 | €99.80 |
Our own calculation from the published prices. Add the trial to that: three months free instead of one.
Who can get Prime Student
- Students of any age, through Amazon's academic verification.
- People aged 18 to 24, studying or not, by verifying their age with an official document.
If you meet neither condition, your plan is Amazon Prime.
Examples
You are 19 and working
You can get Prime Student on age, even if you are not studying. You would pay €24.95 a year instead of €49.90.
You are 30 and doing a master's degree
You can get Prime Student as a student, because the academic requirement has no age limit.
You are 26 and not studying
You do not qualify. With Amazon Prime, paying annually saves you €9.98 compared with monthly.
What happens when Prime Student ends
After four years, or when you stop meeting the requirements, the subscription moves to the standard Prime rate. It is worth noting the date and deciding then whether to continue.
Which one to choose
If you qualify, Prime Student: same benefits, half the price and a trial three times longer. If not, Amazon Prime. Either way, the free trial calculator gives you the last day at no cost.
Frequently asked questions about Amazon Prime and Prime Student
What is the difference between Amazon Prime and Prime Student?
The benefits are the same. Prime Student costs half, has a 90-day trial instead of 30 and lasts a maximum of four years.
How much does Prime Student cost compared with Amazon Prime?
Prime Student costs €2.49 a month or €24.95 a year. Amazon Prime costs €4.99 a month or €49.90 a year.
Does Prime Student include Prime Video?
Yes. Prime Student includes Prime Video, just like Amazon Prime.
Does Prime Student include Prime fast delivery?
Yes. Prime Student includes the same fast delivery at no extra cost as Amazon Prime.
Who can get Prime Student in Spain?
Students of any age and people aged 18 to 24, according to Amazon's announcement of June 2025.
Can I have Prime Student if I am not studying?
Yes, if you are aged 18 to 24. In that case your age is verified with an official document.
Can I have Prime Student if I am over 24?
Yes, if you are a student. The academic requirement has no age limit.
How long is the Prime Student free trial?
90 days. The Amazon Prime free trial lasts 30 days.
How much do you save with Prime Student in a year?
€24.95 on the annual plan: €24.95 against €49.90.
How much do you save with Prime Student over four years?
€99.80 on the annual plan: €99.80 against €199.60.
How long does the Prime Student price last?
A maximum of four years. After that, the subscription moves to the standard Prime rate.
What happens to Prime Student when I turn 25?
If you are not a student, you no longer meet the age requirement and the subscription moves to the standard Prime rate.
How is age verified for Prime Student?
With an official identity document, according to Amazon's announcement of June 2025.
How do I prove I am a student for Prime Student?
Through Amazon's academic verification process. It helps to have your institution details and academic email to hand.
Can I switch from Amazon Prime to Prime Student?
If you qualify, you can apply for Prime Student from its page. Amazon explains there how the change applies to your account.
Does Prime Student have a lock-in?
No. Prime Student can be cancelled at any time, just like Amazon Prime.
Does Prime Student renew automatically?
Yes. When the 90-day trial ends it becomes paid, unless it is cancelled first.
Does Prime Student have benefits that Prime lacks?
Amazon's June 2025 announcement mentioned 10% off selected fashion and two months of Kindle Unlimited. It is worth checking whether they still apply.
Is Prime Student better monthly or annually?
The annual plan costs €24.95 against €29.88 for twelve monthly payments. It pays off if you will use it all year.
Is Prime Student worth it?
If you qualify and place several orders during the academic year, yes: it has the Prime benefits at half the price.
Sources and date checked
- Amazon: Prime at half price for young adults and students, announcement of June 2025 (in Spanish)
- Terms published by Amazon.es for Amazon Prime and Prime Student, 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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