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Amazon Subscribe & Save

Biftu — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:22:28 GMT

I very rarely shop on Amazon, but I went to place an order and on checking out it wanted me to check the box for Subscribe & Save. What is that? I don't remember ever seeing that before. How can you bypass this since I don't want any subscriptions with Amazon.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

JeanLouiseFinch — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:48:10 GMT

@Biftu wrote:
I very rarely shop on Amazon, but I went to place an order and on checking out it wanted me to check the box for Subscribe & Save. What is that? I don't remember ever seeing that before. How can you bypass this since I don't want any subscriptions with Amazon.

It's exactly what it says, a subscription service for certain items and you save money when you subscribe rather than remembering to reorder something yourself. You can set up your schedule according to your lifestyle, convenience, etc., but you can also manipulate the subscription to delay an item or bump it up.

I use the option for a ton of stuff - skincare, makeup, household items, supplements, cat litter, pop, steak seasoning, personal hygiene, you name it.

When an item has a subscription option, you intentionally have to select it. The default is for a single shipment.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

wagirl — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:04:40 GMT

I use subscripe & save. I get an order every month or really anytime I want a specific item. The more you sign up for you get a little bit of $ off each item over 5 I think, You can choose to skip an item or extend the time between that item. Just got mine yesterday. There is about 5 days that I have to change my order before it ships. If I don't want anything, I skip it all. If you don't want it, you don't have to check the box, just place your order.

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Snowpuppy — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:08:15 GMT

It's like signing up for an auto delivery service for future orders and they are offering a discount to do so. You have to select it so just ignore the offer.

I don't have Prime and don't shop Amazon very often.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

Biftu — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:44:49 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
@Biftu wrote:
I very rarely shop on Amazon, but I went to place an order and on checking out it wanted me to check the box for Subscribe & Save. What is that? I don't remember ever seeing that before. How can you bypass this since I don't want any subscriptions with Amazon.
It's exactly what it says, a subscription service for certain items and you save money when you subscribe rather than remembering to reorder something yourself. You can set up your schedule according to your lifestyle, convenience, etc., but you can also manipulate the subscription to delay an item or bump it up.
I use the option for a ton of stuff - skincare, makeup, household items, supplements, cat litter, pop, steak seasoning, personal hygiene, you name it.

When an item has a subscription option, you intentionally have to select it. The default is for a single shipment.

@JeanLouiseFinch Thanks for your description of this subscription. I saw where I could deselect. I am not an Amazon shopper so this is something I have no interest in and would not be reordering anything.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

Tinkrbl44 — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:14:48 GMT

@Biftu wrote:
I very rarely shop on Amazon, but I went to place an order and on checking out it wanted me to check the box for Subscribe & Save. What is that? I don't remember ever seeing that before. How can you bypass this since I don't want any subscriptions with Amazon.

@Biftu

I'm not a big Amazon shopper either, but I tried this service recently after an order of a few things.

What I signed up for was protein shakes totalling about $25.

As the time approached for the first shipment, I wondered if I would be charged $6.95 for not meeting their $35 threshold for free shipping.

Well, the shakes came, and no shipping charge was added.

I like to buy shakes online because the prices are often better and the heavy boxes are delivered to my front door.

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We rescue cats — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:32:26 GMT

I use it for several items that I buy from them regularly.

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deeva — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:35:35 GMT

I use it frequently.

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Q-Checker — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:00:01 GMT

Aside from a couple of serious delivery mishaps over the course of many years, I have had ongoing excellent service through Amazon Prime. I also had great service from Amazon Subscribe and Save but rarely use it as I choose to order when the need arises and to order enough non-perishable items to stock up for many months. The "terrible mishaps" were related to serious delivery errors (e.g. blocking a doorway with heavy packages, so that the door could not be opened) and were graciously resolved by Amazon.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

Beaches 1956 — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:02:04 GMT

I love Amazon. Best prices and free shipping when you join! I also like the reviews.

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eddyandme — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:32:33 GMT

My Brody is addicted to Amazon's Solimo thicken treats: definitely on subscribe and save!

Also get vitamins and a few other things on subscribe and save.

I purchase enough so it's worth for my belonging to Prime. Been getting clothing (sizing is consistent) and household items as needed; they are delivered promptly.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

mousiegirl — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:12:46 GMT

I use it for items that I use regularly, and I choose how often I want them sent. I receive a notice a week or so before so that I can cancel, change shipping dates, or delay shipment, so it works very well for me.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

JazzyGirl — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:48:39 GMT

I do purchase a lot from Amazon and subscribe to a few items. Unfortunately, when ordering you must be careful to make sure the "Subscribe" option box is unchecked. It has been automatically checked by Amazon quite a few times recently. That shouldn't happen.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

qvcaddition — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:07:48 GMT

I buy mine from Costco online, for the same reason. Delivered, no shipping charges.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

croemer — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:23:23 GMT

@Biftu wrote:
I very rarely shop on Amazon, but I went to place an order and on checking out it wanted me to check the box for Subscribe & Save. What is that? I don't remember ever seeing that before. How can you bypass this since I don't want any subscriptions with Amazon.

Hi @Biftu , just do not check it, and it will be a one-time charge.

Re: Amazon Subscribe & Save

Biftu — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 20:57:11 GMT

@Beaches 1956 wrote:
I love Amazon. Best prices and free shipping when you join! I also like the reviews.

Not always the best prices. I can read reviews, I get free shipping on any order of $35, then my next order within 24 hours I get free shipping on anything without shipping cost. And I don't pay $140!