Amazon and Walmart are both working to attract cord cutters to their subscription services, Prime and Walmart+, by including streaming services for free or at discounted prices in addition to other benefits like free shipping and member-only discounts.
With an Amazon Prime subscription, you’ll get access to Amazon Prime Video at no additional cost. The service has a wide selection of shows and movies to stream, Prime Originals, and the ability to subscribe to premium channels like HBO Max and Paramount+ for an additional monthly cost, directly through the Prime Video app. Prime costs $14.99 per month.
Walmart has its own subscription service, Walmart+, with an added perk of an included Paramount+ subscription. The streaming service has over 40,000 episodes, hit movies, live sports, original shows, and more. A Walmart+ subscription costs $12.95 per month.
Below, we’re looking at how the two services stack up when it comes to prices on everyday products, to help you decide which one is worth the subscription cost to get those streaming benefits.
Walmart vs. Amazon: Laundry Detergent
At Walmart, an 80 load container of Tide laundry detergent costs $15.94, or 20 cents per load of laundry.
At Amazon, an 80 load container of Tide laundry detergent also costs $15.94, or 20 cents per load. However, if you sign up for Subscribe & Save, the price comes down to $15.14 or 19 cents per load.
Winner: It’s a draw, unless you sign up for Subscribe & Save
Walmart vs. Amazon: Fabric Softener
At Walmart, 140 oz. of Dawn Fabric Softener costs $12.97, or 7 cents per load.
Dawn Fabric Softener also costs $12.97 for 140 oz. at Amazon. Right now, there’s a promo available on select home products – if you spend $80, you can get $20 in Amazon credit with code STOCKUPPG, to save money on your next order.
Winner: It’s a draw
Walmart vs Amazon: Paper Plates
Walmart has Great Value brand 8.5″ paper plates priced at $9.97 for a pack of 200, or 5 cents per plate.
Amazon has Amazon Basics brand 8.65″ paper plates at $10.77 for a pack of 200, or just over 5 cents per plate. You can get a 15% discount if you sign up for Subscribe & Save.
Winner: Walmart
Walmart vs. Amazon: Dishwasher Tabs
78 Cascade Complete dishwashing tabs come in at $19.94 at Walmart, or about 26 cents per load of dishes.
Cascade Complete dishwasher pods also cost $19.94 for 78 at Amazon. That price comes down to $18.94, or 24 cents per load, if you sign up for Subscribe & Save. This product also qualifies for the STOCKUPPG promo code.
Winner: It’s a draw, unless you choose Subscribe & Save
Walmart vs. Amazon: Toilet Paper
At Walmart, you can get a 36 pack of Cottonelle Ultra Clean toilet paper for $26.97 right now, thanks to a Rollback. That brings the price per roll to 75 cents.
At Amazon, a 32 roll pack of Cottonelle Ultra Clean toilet paper will cost $34.79, or $1.09 per roll.
Winner: Walmart
When it comes to saving on everyday products, Amazon Prime and Walmart+ have comparable prices with free shipping, and similar benefits. Amazon does have a leg up when it comes to saving with Subscribe & Save, which automatically charges your card and sends you a restock on items you use regularly when you sign up. Walmart+ may be more convenient for those who want grocery delivery, because it has the added benefit of same-day delivery.
When choosing the best membership for you, you’ll need to weigh the benefits of each plan and it’s added perks, including access to either Prime Video or Paramount+, and prices on the products you use everyday. Luckily, both services offer free trials. Sign up for Amazon Prime or Walmart+ to give them a try.