With more people turning to online shopping and streaming for everyday convenience, Amazon Prime has become a go-to subscription for millions in India. However, not everyone needs all the benefits—or wants to pay the full price of ₹1,499 per year. Enter Amazon Prime Lite: a more affordable alternative priced at just ₹799 annually that offers key benefits such as standard free delivery and mobile-only Prime Video access with some thoughtful trade-offs. This value-based membership is designed specifically for budget-conscious customers who want essential Prime advantages without the premium cost.
Read on to discover what Prime Lite includes, how much it costs, who it’s best suited for, and how to get started if it fits your needs.
What is Amazon Prime Lite
Amazon Prime Lite is a more value-conscious version of Amazon Prime’s full suite of benefits that offers core perks like free standard delivery and mobile-only Prime Video access, all while keeping costs low. It is designed for customers seeking essential Prime benefits at a more affordable price. For the budget-conscious Prime Lite subscribers, it’s an ideal entry point to enjoy the Amazon ecosystem without paying the full Prime price. Think of it as a “lite” plan—fewer frills, but the core experience remains intact.
Amazon Prime Lite subscription price and plans
The Amazon Prime Lite subscription is priced at ₹799 per year. There is no monthly payment option available at the moment. Please note that the Amazon Prime Lite plan offers no trial period or discounted introductory offer at this time.
Benefits of Amazon Prime Lite membership
The Amazon Prime Lite membership includes a basic set of benefits:
Delivery
- Free standard delivery on all Prime eligible orders.
- No access to faster shipping options like same-day or one-day delivery.
Streaming
- Access to Prime Video, limited to mobile devices.
- Streaming is in Standard Definition (SD) and includes advertisements.
- Content may not be accessible on TVs or desktops.
Shopping perks
- Early access to Lightning Deals and events like Prime Day.
- No exclusive access to all Prime-only promotions.
Services like Prime Music, Prime Reading, and Prime Gaming are not included in this plan.
Here's a comparison of benefits between the standard and Prime Lite subscriptions:
| Benefit | Prime Lite (₹799/year) | Standard Prime (₹1,499/year) |
| Free Delivery | Yes (Standard only) | Yes (Same-day/One-day included) |
| Prime Video | Yes (Ads, SD Quality, Mobile-only) | Yes (Ad-free add-on, HD/4K, all devices) |
| Amazon Music | No | Yes |
| Prime Reading | No | Yes |
| Prime Gaming | No | Yes |
Who should buy Amazon Prime Lite
The Amazon Prime Lite subscription offers a more limited set of features. It is tailored for those who want a leaner subscription without missing out on Amazon’s most-loved benefits. It is primarily intended for users who:
- Primarily stream content on mobile devices.
- Want free standard delivery but don’t require fast delivery.
- Do not use other Prime services such as Music or Reading.
Prime Lite may be suited for students, individuals with basic streaming and shopping needs, or users seeking a lower-cost alternative to full Prime.
However, if you want multi-device streaming, faster shipping, or access to the full suite of Prime services, you may find the standard Prime membership more appropriate.
How to Get Amazon Prime Lite
To subscribe to Amazon Prime Lite, follow these simple steps.
- Visit www.amazon.in/prime
- Sign into with your Amazon account with your credentials
- Scroll to the membership options and select the Lite plan (₹799/year).
- Proceed with payment.
- Your Prime Lite membership will activate immediately after successful payment.
Note: If you have an active full Prime subscription, you won’t be able to switch to Lite until your current plan expires.
