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Amazon has increased the total...

Texasmouse — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:08:44 GMT

... price to get free shipping, if you don't have Prime. I never signed up for Prime because I don't use all of what's included in the membership and I didn't want to pay (not sure what it is now) as a monthly fee. I always found a way to make my order at least $25 to get free shipping but today, I noticed that it's gone up to $35. ☹️

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AuntG — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:12:18 GMT

That's still a pretty easy price to reach when shopping.

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elated — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 20:27:38 GMT

Prime membership is $14.99 per month or $179.88 per year. They have some good benefits if you use them all the time but otherwise, for me, it doesn't work.

Correction: If you pay yearly membership it is $139.00. The monthly fee is $40.00 more per year.

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Texasmouse — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:16:34 GMT

@AuntG yes, unless all your items are not sold and shipped by Amazon. I learned that when I was charged shipping once because one of the items came from a different vendor.

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Shelbelle — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:21:57 GMT

I see that, I dont have Prime, I dont order on amazon often enough to warrant it. I often dont find their prices to be low at all. for me it will be a challenge to spend 35 at once, often 25 was a challenge.

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sunshine45 — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:20:41 GMT

my kids, my mom, and i all share the cost of PRIME and that makes it worth it. if i was using it all by myself i probably would not pay the cost.

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sugar plum — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:36:11 GMT

@elated

"Prime membership is $14.99 per month or $179.88 per year."

Its cheaper to pay the yearly membership fee of $139.00. 🙂

ETA - I get my groceries delivered by Amazon and the prices are cheaper than my local stores. Also, I prefer not to shop in stores for many reasons. It works for me. Plus all the other benefits.

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Skyegirl21 — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:28:41 GMT

The closest general department store near me is 25-40 min away, so we use Amazon prime delivery quite a bit. Also, I use the free yoga/ workout/ and videos, so it's still worth it!

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RespectLife — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:20:17 GMT

Walmart has always been $35. I have no problems spending that to get free curb side pick up or free shipping. (NOT store delivery, that's different.

Wally did have a special for Wally+ for $49.98 for one year. I did sign up.....so no minimums to hit. Other perks like Paramount +, gas discounts etc.

I could get Free store delivery, however, there would be a tip involved. Not that they don't deserve it, but if I am tipping every delivery...I have eaten up my savings.

I prolly won't continue after the intro year since there is a Wally less than 3 miles from me.

I do curbside mostly and it is free after $35. If there is an item in my order that needs to be shipped, it is also free...and NO tipping needed.

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SilleeMee — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:26:16 GMT

With no Prime membership I am still getting free shipping for my orders of $25+. Same as it has always been, no change.

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781Florist — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 20:47:34 GMT

I don't have Prime and never pay shipping. These days a pack of gum and a plastic comb almost get you over the $35 threshold!!

If I have something in my cart that is shy of the $35 requirement, I just look around for some inexpensive little trinket that helps me reach my goal. It is essentialy free since I would have spent the same or more money if I paid shipping.

This works well for me since I order frequently but not constantly. Also, the TV and movie stuff that comes along with Prime is not of great interest to me.

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Texasmouse — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:48:43 GMT

@781Florist wrote:
I don't have Prime and never pay shipping. These days a pack of gum and a platic comb almost get you over the $35 threshold!!

If I have something in my cart that is shy of the $35 requirement, I just look around for some inexpensive little trinket that helps me reach my goal. It is essentialy free since I would have spent the same or more money if I paid shipping.

This works well for me since I order frequently but not constantly. Also, the TV and movie stuff that comes along with Prime is not of great interest to me.

@781Florist that's exactly what I do. You just have to make sure the "extra" item is sold and shipped by Amazon.

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sunshine45 — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:57:01 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
With no Prime membership I am still getting free shipping for my orders of $25+. Same as it has always been, no change.

@SilleeMee

it may be on its way......

via CNBC 8/28/23

Amazon started increasing the free shipping minimum to $35 for non-Prime members in some markets, according to notices on its website, as the company looks for more ways to cut costs.

Until now, the minimum purchase for free shipping has been $25. Prime subscribers, who pay $139 a year for free shipping and other services, will see no change.

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millieshops — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:59:14 GMT

Amazon works well for larger families and works incredibly well for families that also have pets and run small businesses. Not a good savings source for me - and too expensive for a bit of convenience.

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Biftu — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 20:13:26 GMT

I am not a prime member as I rarely order from Amazon. Items I've ordered were less than $25 and I paid no shipping. Only once did I pay shipping on an item. I only buy items with free shipping from them except that once. That is why I don't understand why people pay that high annual fee. It's like going to a department store and the telling you you need to pay a fee to shop there.

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febe1 — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 20:39:26 GMT

I don't buy from Amazon, b/c its prices are higher there than most other places.

I have the annual plan of $98., and their prices for my needs beats Amazon always. Walmart's delivery is excellent and I can have it in an hour or two. Lower prices & tips, and it all equals out with my getting the advantage of not having to pay for gas and walking up and down aisles and time saved.

I do check on Amazon often for prices, and I always can do better all around.

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RespectLife — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:06:49 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
With no Prime membership I am still getting free shipping for my orders of $25+. Same as it has always been, no change.

@SilleeMee

I bet she is right...it is coming.

I just checked my Amazon wish list and ALL items now say $35 min. to get the free shipping.

(I'm not Prime)

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Sooner — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:18:28 GMT

@Texasmouse wrote:
... price to get free shipping, if you don't have Prime. I never signed up for Prime because I don't use all of what's included in the membership and I didn't want to pay (not sure what it is now) as a monthly fee. I always found a way to make my order at least $25 to get free shipping but today, I noticed that it's gone up to $35. ☹️

@Texasmouse Not to worry! Inflation alone will make up the difference. Just buy the same stuff and you'll have the difference. Nothing is really changing except the price of what we buy.

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SilleeMee — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:32:20 GMT

@RespectLife wrote:
@SilleeMee wrote:
With no Prime membership I am still getting free shipping for my orders of $25+. Same as it has always been, no change.

@SilleeMee

I bet she is right...it is coming.

I just checked my Amazon wish list and ALL items now say $35 min. to get the free shipping.

(I'm not Prime)

@RespectLife

Yes, same here. My FS starts at $35+ now.

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LTT1 — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:44:46 GMT

@Texasmouse @SilleeMee @Sooner @RespectLife @febe1

I shop at Amazon w/Prime.

They always seem to have what I want/need that I might not be able to find anywhere else.

Over the summer, when I shopped the internet for DKNY sports bras/mesh tops, Amazon provided...and at a huge discount! I think that is real service! (For instance...the original price for "strappy sports bra" in lilac was over $40. My price to purchase from Amazon was $11.99 w/free shipping!)

Another reason I use Amazon is b/c I live in an area that is rather difficult to navigate (for me, most of my area of PA is). Amazon can get my needs to me (monthly subscribe and save).

I enjoy their app "Prime Video". And I cannot "do" without their ebooks Kindle.

I'm providing my reasons in case anybody is considering Prime and I know my reasons are very specific for just me!