Comparing Walmart+ and Amazon Prime: A Look at their Membership Shopping Benefits
In the ever-evolving world of subscription services, two giants stand out – Walmart+ and Amazon Prime. Both offerings provide a range of benefits, each with its unique advantages and disadvantages.
When it comes to the financial commitment, Walmart+ membership costs $12.95 per month or $98 per year, making it a more affordable option compared to Amazon Prime, which sets you back $14.99 per month or $139 per year. However, Walmart+ does offer a 50% discount for government assistance recipients, including Medicaid, while Amazon Prime offers the same discount for college students and government assistance recipients.
As for entertainment, both services provide streaming options. Walmart+ offers ad-free content on Pluto TV, a Peacock Premium or Paramount+ Essentials plan, and other entertainment options. On the other hand, Amazon Prime boasts a wider variety of entertainment choices, including Prime Video, Amazon Music, Prime Gaming, and Prime Reading.
In terms of grocery delivery, Amazon Prime has a more extensive network, offering services from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods, and select local stores. Walmart+, however, is limited to deliveries from Walmart stores only. Both services offer free delivery on orders over a certain amount – Walmart+ on orders over $35, and Amazon Prime on orders over $100 or for an additional $9.99 per month.
For those seeking faster checkout options, Walmart+ offers Mobile Scan & Go, a feature that allows for quicker checkout in any Walmart location nationwide. Amazon Prime's in-store "skip the checkout" options are limited to a handful of participating Amazon Fresh, Amazon Go, and Whole Foods locations.
Healthcare perks are another area where the two services differ. Walmart+ has limited healthcare perks and entertainment options beyond streaming, while Amazon Prime offers more ways to save on medication and other healthcare services, including exclusive discounts on medications and the option to enroll in RxPass, a flat $5 per month for all eligible medications.
Fuel savings are also part of both services. Walmart+ offers 10 cents per gallon at 13,000+ Exxon, Mobil, Walmart, Murphy stations, while Amazon Prime offers savings at 7,000+ bp, Amoco, and ampm stations.
Additional perks include free returns from home for Walmart+ members, and free returns at Whole Foods and other eligible locations for Amazon Prime members. Amazon Prime's in-garage delivery program, Amazon Key, does not require a monthly or annual fee, setting it apart from Walmart+.
Lastly, Amazon Prime offers generous cashback rewards when you get the Prime Visa credit card, a feature not available with Walmart+.
In conclusion, both Walmart+ and Amazon Prime offer free shipping, flexible delivery options, and a variety of extra perks. The choice between the two ultimately depends on your specific needs and preferences, be it entertainment, grocery delivery, healthcare perks, or fuel savings.
