- What is Amazon Prime Video?
- How much does Amazon Prime Video cost?
- What can I watch on Amazon Prime Video?
- How can I watch Amazon Prime Video?
- What are the best internet plans for Amazon Prime Video?
- Does Amazon Prime Video have a free trial?
- What are the alternatives to Amazon Prime Video?
- What features does Amazon Prime Video have?
- Amazon Prime Video FAQs
Amazon is one of the biggest names in e-commerce. You can buy just about anything from their local and international stores. But beyond shopping, Amazon is also home to one of the best-value streaming services in Singapore: Prime Video. Here's everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Video, and if it's the one for you.
What is Amazon Prime Video?
Amazon Prime Video is a streaming service that comes included with all Amazon Prime subscriptions at no extra cost. That means your subscription gets you not only fast, free shipping, but also access to a huge library of movies and TV shows.
That said, a subscription to Amazon Prime Video won’t get you access to its full catalogue of movies and shows. You can rent or purchase content that isn't included, but it can make for a sour viewing experience when the free and paid movies aren’t separated.
How much does Amazon Prime Video cost?
In Singapore, an Amazon Prime Video subscription costs $4.99 a month or $49.90 annually, after the 30-day free trial.
Almost every streaming service has raised its prices in the last 9-12 months. Amazon Prime Video is no exception. Even though it raised its monthly cost from $2.99 to $4.99 last August, it’s still better value than other streaming services when you consider the inclusions.
What's included in an Amazon Prime Video subscription?
One of the greatest perks of an Amazon Prime subscription is the inclusions. For $4.99 a month, you’ll get access to Amazon Prime Video, but you’ll also receive:
- Free delivery with Amazon Fresh on orders over $60
- Free delivery on purchases from international storefronts like Amazon US and Japan
- Free next-day delivery with Amazon SG
- Prime Gaming subscription (including access to free gaming loot)
- Free monthly Twitch subscription
- Exclusive access to select deals on Amazon Prime Day
- Early access to discounts and deals
See how Amazon Prime Video prices compare to other major streaming services in Singapore below.
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What can I watch on Amazon Prime Video?
Even though Amazon Prime Originals aren’t as plentiful or popular as their competitors over at Netflix, they still offer solid, entertaining content.
Original programming includes the likes of The Boys, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Upload, Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Wheel of Time, Overcompensating, and Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Amazon Prime Video also co-produced Good Omens, which received rave reviews from consumers and critics alike.
Amazon Prime Video mixes up-and-coming originals with modern and classic fare, so you’ll find shows like The Office, Attack on Titan, This is Us, The Vampire Diaries, Two and a Half Men, Smallville, and Fleabag. You’ll also find popular modern movies like Shrek, The Karate Kid, Hot Fuzz, Resident Evil, and 13 Going on 30.
Prime Video also stocks old movies and television shows—more so than what you’ll find on platforms like Netflix. Check out The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly, 12 Angry Men, Fiddler on the Roof, Return of the Seven, West Side Story, and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
You can rent or buy movies and TV shows on Amazon Prime Video, too. Keep an eye out for new releases that have just passed the cinema run.
How can I watch Amazon Prime Video?
The Amazon Prime Video app is available for mobile devices on iOS and Android. It's also available via all supported web browsers and smart TVs. You can also watch Amazon Prime Video via streaming devices like Chromecast and the Fire TV Stick. If you’ve got a PlayStation (3, 4, or 5) or an Xbox One, S, or X, you can use it to stream Amazon Prime Video.
What are the best internet plans for Amazon Prime Video?
A speed of at least 1Gbps should be enough if you’ve got one stream going at a time. However, if you’ve got a gamer in your midst, or you’ve got multiple streams going at one time, it’s worth looking for a 5 or even 10Gbps plan.
You should also look for an internet plan with a download speed of at least 100Mbps. This will give you faster file downloads, without having to wait hours to load a single episode.
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ViewQwest
3Gbps No Frills
$18.98/mth
Min. cost $719.52
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FibrePlus 2.5Gbps 24M
$24/mth
Min. cost $691.54
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M1
HomePac 1Gbps
$29.90/mth
Min. cost $717.60
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SIMBA
Editor's Pick
10Gbps Fibre 2 Year Contract
$29.99/mth
Min. cost $719.76
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MyRepublic
3Gbps Ultra No Frills
$37.99/mth
Min. cost $1,032.70
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If you’re using your mobile plan or data-only SIM for primary internet access, it’ll cost you. If you don’t have unlimited data and want to make it last, adjust the quality and set it to HD (720p). However, even then, you’ll need more than 10GB if you plan to indulge in more than a season. Depending on the video quality, an hour of streaming will cost you up to 2.4GB of data. Conversely, three hours a night for a month will consume up to 74.4GB of data. The best way to ensure you have all the data you need, especially when it comes to streaming, is to pick an unlimited data plan. Rejoice, most plans nowadays come with unlimited data. However, if that’s not an option for you, we’d recommend at least 80GB.
Does Amazon Prime Video have a free trial?
Yes, Amazon Prime Video is one of the few streaming services that still offers a 30-day free trial. If you haven't been an Amazon Prime member in the last 12 months, you can sign up for a free trial. Just add a valid credit card to your account and you’re good to go.
What are the alternatives to Amazon Prime Video?
- Disney Plus: all things Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel
- Viu: the latest Korean and Chinese dramas
- MeWatch: Mediacorp-owned hub for live and on-demand sports, news, dramas, and movies
- Apple TV Plus: high-quality original content, documentaries, dramas, and kids’ entertainment
- Netflix: high-quality original content, Asian dramas, and select acquired content.
What features does Amazon Prime Video have?
Amazon Prime Video doesn’t offer multiple tiers compared to other streaming services like Netflix. You’re looking at a single tier that can be paid monthly or annually.
Supported features tend to differ based on your TV model. Generally, you’re looking at:
- Ultra HD streaming video quality
- Up to 5.1 Dolby Atmos sound and/or surround sound (depending on your TV model)
- Live streaming (on select models)
- Live ad support (on select models)
- Ad-supported channels (on newer models)
- Three concurrent streams (if you’re watching the same show or movie, that number is decreased to two)
- Downloads supported on four compatible devices
Amazon Prime Video FAQs
Does Amazon Prime Video allow password sharing?
While many streaming services are cracking down on password sharing, Amazon Prime seems unbothered. As long as you refrain from posting your password online, your immediate friends and family can enjoy the great deals, movies, and TV shows Amazon Prime has to offer.
Does Amazon Prime Video have ads?
Prime Video movies and TV shows include limited advertisements that run before and during playback in countries like the U.K., the U.S., Japan, Australia, and Brazil. Even though Singapore is not on the list of countries that receive ads, users have reported receiving promotional ads for Amazon Prime Video’s original content.
Can I use my Amazon Prime Video account in another country?
Yes, you can; however, there will likely be some differences in the type of content and number of titles available.
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