Can Amazon Prime Video replace Netflix?

Whether Amazon Prime Video is enough to replace Netflix depends on what you actually watch.

If you already subscribe to Amazon Prime for shipping and mostly want a mix of movies plus a few big Amazon originals, canceling Netflix may be a good money-saving move. Prime Video can cover a lot of casual viewing.

You may want to keep Netflix if you rely on its steady stream of buzzy originals, reality TV, international series, or you often binge whatever is newly released.

A few practical differences to consider:

• Content mix: Prime Video and Netflix overlap, but they often win on different types of shows and movies. Netflix is usually stronger for lots of new originals and “what everyone is talking about” series, while Prime Video can be better value if you’re already paying for Prime.
• Included vs extra-cost content: Prime Video’s interface can mix included titles with rentals, purchases, and add-on subscriptions, so it takes a bit more care to avoid paying extra.
• Ads and pricing: Both services offer multiple plan options, and availability, ad tiers, and ad-free pricing can vary by country and over time. Check the current plans before you decide.

A good approach is to try a short “churn”: cancel Netflix for a month or two, use Prime Video as your main service, and resubscribe only when there’s a specific Netflix show you want to watch.