Audible & Amazon Prime free trials
Two Amazon free trials worth knowing about, explained plain. No fine-print games: here's what you get, when it renews, and how to cancel if it's not for you.
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Audible free trial
If you've got a long drive down I-40, yard work, or a pile of laundry, audiobooks make it go a lot quicker. The Audible trial lets eligible new members try the service and pick out titles before paying anything. Check the sign-up page for the current trial length and what's included. More detail in our Audible free trial guide.
Renews automatically unless cancelled. After the trial, Amazon charges the regular price shown at sign-up. Cancel any time before the trial ends to pay nothing.
Amazon Prime free trial
If you're about to grab a few of our live deals on Amazon, starting a Prime trial first can get you Prime shipping on eligible items, plus Prime Video and the other perks. Eligible new members can try it before paying.
Renews automatically unless cancelled. After the trial, Amazon charges the regular price shown at sign-up. Cancel any time before the trial ends to pay nothing.
Our honest take
Free trials are a good deal if you actually use them and remember to cancel if you don't want to keep paying. Set a reminder a couple days before the trial ends. That's the whole trick.
Quick answers
Is the Audible free trial really free?
The trial itself costs nothing if you cancel before it ends. If you don't cancel, it renews automatically at Audible's regular monthly price. Check the trial length and price on Amazon before you sign up.
Is the Amazon Prime free trial really free?
Yes, as long as you cancel before the trial ends. If you don't, Prime renews automatically at the regular price shown on Amazon. Trial length and eligibility can vary.
Who can get these free trials?
Generally new customers, or people who haven't had that trial recently. Amazon decides eligibility, and it shows on the sign-up page.
How do I cancel before I get charged?
Go into your Amazon or Audible account settings and end the membership before the trial ends. Setting a reminder on your phone a couple of days ahead is the easy way to avoid a surprise charge.
Do you earn money if I sign up?
Yes. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases and sign-ups through our links. It doesn't change what you pay.