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Amazon Prime Question

docsgirl — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:19:41 GMT

I hope I'm posting in the appropriate place. Amazon is offering a free 30 day trial membership so I signed up. I ordered some items but when I went to check out, I noticed there was shipping and handling. I always thought that one of the perks of Prime is that all items ship for free. Am I correct or incorrect? I didn't complete the order as I want to find out if they are charging me shipping and handling in error. If anyone has any imput, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much. docsgirl

Re: Amazon Prime Question

Montana — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:27:19 GMT

Was it S/H or taxes? Occasionally my Prime orders have taxes added. Not sure why.

ETA: Checked orders and one has "Estimated tax to be collected" added. This does not happen very often.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

willdob3 — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:24:01 GMT

Not everything on Amazon is free S&H with Prime. Products will state that they are Prime - will have the logo if they are available with Prime.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

HappyDaze — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:24:37 GMT

@docsgirl wrote:
I hope I'm posting in the appropriate place. Amazon is offering a free 30 day trial membership so I signed up. I ordered some items but when I went to check out, I noticed there was shipping and handling. I always thought that one of the perks of Prime is that all items ship for free. Am I correct or incorrect? I didn't complete the order as I want to find out if they are charging me shipping and handling in error. If anyone has any imput, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much. docsgirl

No all items do not ship free- only those that actually state it is a prime eligible item.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

Blahblahvampemer — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:24:57 GMT

@Montana wrote:
Was it S/H or taxes? Occasionally my Prime orders have taxes added. Not sure why.

It depends on who is shipping the item and from where that determines whether tax is charged or not.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

croemer — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:27:47 GMT

Not everything is classified as Prime...free shipping. Most items will say Prime in the description usally beside the item some where....then you will know its free. Look for the word Prime on the page near the item.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

toria — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:33:53 GMT

There are ways to do searches for item which will only show prime items.

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10000Nicknames — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:44:51 GMT

Yes, it's only free 2-day shipping if it's Amazon prime eligible. I just placed an order myself! :-)

Re: Amazon Prime Question

Marp — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:50:58 GMT

@docsgirl, not all items are prime eligible. Those that are prime will clearly indicate that. If you are not seeing the prime logo try logging out then logging in. It is possible that you were not automatically signed in as a prime member immediately after signing up for the free trial.

A caveat about the free trial. If you have any doubts about remaining a prime member watch your dates closely because Amazon will automatically charge you the membership fee without a grace period.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

Montana — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:53:31 GMT

@docsgirl, you can filter your searches for Prime only.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

jenfriday — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 01:01:57 GMT

When you make purchases on amazon, make sure its says PRIME in description. The word will be obvious (I think it the word is in yellow and blue). Someone also said not everything is eligible for prime shipping. The primary reason I went with prime is I take college classes and my books are cheaper than at my college bookstore.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

Princesswife — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 01:44:03 GMT

there are several shipping prices you have to make sure it's marked on the free prime shipping button.

if you know for sure you won't continue prime you could go in your account and check off do not continue, you will not be charged after 30 days and you will still get the free trail for 30 days, I have personally done that

Re: Amazon Prime Question

docsgirl — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 02:16:34 GMT

Thank you all so very much for the information. I guess that some of the items I ordered are not covered under Prime. It was shipping and handling that provoked my question. They had not yet added the tax. I'm very grateful for all of your responses as now I know. I don't think I'll keep the Prime so will be watching as the 30 days approach and will be sure to opt out way before then.

I will try logging out and signing back in just to make sure. Thanks again. docsgirl

Re: Amazon Prime Question

docsgirl — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 02:23:22 GMT

It's me again. I just checked the items I am planning to order and not one of them is eligible for Prime. I saw the Prime symbol on some other items but not on mine. I know I want them and they are less expensive than other place I've checked so I'll just purchase them and be happy to have them. Again, thanks so much. docsgirl

Re: Amazon Prime Question

madzonie — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 04:21:12 GMT

docsgirl - while you have your free trial for Prime, check out all the FREE movies and TV shows you can watch! There is also free music you can stream.

I think Amazon Prime is wonderful!

Re: Amazon Prime Question

ID2 — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 10:59:56 GMT

@willdob3 wrote:
Not everything on Amazon is free S&H with Prime. Products will state that they are Prime - will have the logo if they are available with Prime.

All Prime eligible items are shipped free. Thats the perk.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

Isobel Archer — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 11:25:03 GMT

In addition to free shipping, sometimes the prime price is cheaper than the price for those without prime.

As mentioned, check out the free movies. Not sure if you can do this in the thirty day trial, but with prime you can borrow many (often even best sellers) kindle books for free - one per calendar month.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

Alter Ego — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:28:38 GMT

This isn't related to Amazon Prime, but I just received an email from Walmart - sounds like they are testing something similar. Two day shipping for $49/year. Like Prime, no minimum order required. Not sure if it's being rolled out to everyone or if they selected a few for the pilot launch.

Re: Amazon Prime Question

febe1 — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:58:33 GMT

Even if you are a Prime member, if you order from Prime Pantry you will pay a flat S&H fee of $5.95. And yes, you do get movies with the 30 day trial.

Any way you look at it, I think $99. a year is well worth it. The two-day delivery is a charm. Sometimes items on a three day delivery will arrive a day early. Love Amazon, but you have to be a savvy shopper.