Is Amazon Prime Video better than Netflix?

For most people, Netflix is still the better standalone streaming service because it has a simpler “open it and find something” experience, a large original-content library, and broad global appeal. Amazon Prime Video is better value if you already use Amazon Prime, rent/buy movies, watch add-on channels, or want live sports where available.

Quick verdict: choose Netflix if you mainly want a reliable all-purpose streaming app for series, movies, documentaries, and originals. Choose Prime Video if you want streaming bundled with Amazon Prime benefits or like having subscriptions, rentals, purchases, and some live events in one place.