Audiobooks have become increasingly popular to enjoy stories, learn new skills, or simply unwind. Audible, Amazon’s dedicated audio platform offers a convenient way to fit great content into your day whether you're commuting, working out, or simply relaxing at home.
Amazon Prime members in India can enjoy certain perks that go beyond what non-Prime members receive. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what Audible is, how it works, and what Prime members can expect from it.
What is Audible?
Audible is Amazon’s subscription-based audiobook and spoken-word platform, hosting a huge library of audiobooks, podcasts, and original content. Audible hosts more than 2,00,000 audiobooks that are available to its subscribers.
From bestselling novels to self-help guides and podcasts, audiobooks make it easy to enjoy content while commuting, exercising, or relaxing. Its vast catalogue includes podcasts, originals, and audio content selected to cover everything from fiction and business to self-help and news. With professional narrators and immersive sound design, they offer an alternate way to "read" books that fit into busy schedules.
What is Amazon Prime?
Amazon Prime membership is Amazon India's membership program that bundles a slew of services under one subscription. What began primarily as a means to expedite delivery has now evolved into a comprehensive ecosystem of shopping, entertainment, and exclusive benefits. Prime members in India enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership for just ₹1,499/ year.
Prime members get access to free one- and two-day shipping on millions of products. Beyond delivery, Amazon Prime offers access to Prime Video, where members can stream movies, TV shows, and Amazon Originals. At the same time, Prime Music gives ad-free access to millions of songs and playlists. You also gain access to exclusive shopping events like Prime Day, as well as early access to lightning deals and other sale events that occur throughout the year.
Audible offers for Prime members
Amazon Prime members can access the 30-day free trial period during which they are awarded two credits. These two credits can be redeemed, free of cost, to listen to any two titles of their choice during this period.
During this trial, users get full Audible membership benefits: access to the Audible Plus catalogue, and the option to retain any books redeemed with credits even after the trial ends. You are free to cancel the subscription at any time.
After the free trial, you may be wondering what an Audible subscription entails. Here is a quick overview:
Audible subscription: Plans and pricing
The core Audible plan is Audible Premium Plus, which includes one credit per month that can be used to purchase any audiobook, regardless of its price. This plan is priced at ₹199 per month after a 30-day free trial.
As an Audible member, you gain access to the Audible Plus catalogue, which features thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, and Audible Originals that can be streamed or downloaded at any time.
If you do not want to commit to a subscription, Audible also allows users in India to purchase audiobooks individually without any membership. Without a subscription, you will miss out on monthly credits, member discounts, and access to the Plus catalogue.
If you are wondering how to get an Audible membership, you can directly visit the Audible website to start your free trial. Here is a stepwise breakdown of the process:
Step 1: Visit the Audible India website Go to audible.in using your desktop or mobile browser.
Step 2: Sign in with your Amazon account Click on “Sign In” and use your existing Amazon India credentials. If you don’t have an account, you’ll need to create one.
Step 3: Start your free trial (if eligible) On the homepage or subscription page, click “Start your free trial”.
- Prime members typically receive a 30-day free trial with two audiobook credits.
- Non-Prime users typically get one audiobook credit during the trial.
Step 4: Add a payment method Even though the trial is free, you’ll need to enter valid payment details (credit/debit card or UPI). You won’t be charged until the trial ends.
Step 5: Confirm your subscription Review the details of your trial and click “Start Membership” to activate it.
Step 6: Download the Audible app Install the Audible app from the Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
Step 7: Log in and start listening Sign in to the Audible app with your Amazon account, use your credits to purchase audiobooks, and begin listening!
