Amazon Prime Does Not Include Peacock
Amazon Prime Video and Peacock are separate streaming services run by different companies. Amazon Prime does not bundle Peacock with any of its membership tiers. If you want to watch Peacock content, you need a Peacock subscription in addition to Prime.
This matters because both services overlap in what they offer — movies, TV shows, sports, and live events. Many people assume major streamers bundle together, but Amazon and Peacock (owned by NBCUniversal) operate independently. You pay for each one separately.
Key Takeaways
- Amazon Prime Video and Peacock are two different services with no bundle option between them.
- Peacock offers a free tier with ads and a paid tier without ads, starting at $5.99 per month.
- Amazon Prime Video costs $14.99 per month standalone or $139 per year, or comes included with Amazon Prime membership at $139 per year.
- Some cable and internet providers include Peacock at no extra cost, so check your existing subscriptions before paying separately.
What Amazon Prime Video Includes
Amazon Prime Video is included with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $139 per year or $14.99 per month. You also get free two-day shipping, Prime Music, Prime Photos, and other Amazon benefits. If you only want the video service without the full Prime membership, you can subscribe to Prime Video alone for $14.99 per month.
Prime Video carries movies, original series, live sports (including Thursday Night Football), and rental or purchase options for newer releases. The library rotates — titles come and go based on licensing agreements. You can watch on phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and streaming devices like Roku and Fire Stick.
What Peacock Offers and How Much It Costs
Peacock has two tiers. The free tier includes ads and gives you access to a portion of Peacock's content — older seasons of shows, some movies, and limited sports. Peacock Premium, the paid tier, costs $5.99 per month with ads or $11.99 per month without ads. Premium unlocks the full library, including current TV seasons, exclusive originals, and live sports like Premier League soccer and WWE wrestling.
Peacock is available on most streaming devices, smart TVs, phones, and computers. Like Prime Video, the content library changes over time. Peacock also carries live events and sports that rotate by season, so what's available depends on the time of year.
How to Check If You Already Have Peacock
Before paying for Peacock separately, check whether your internet or cable provider includes it. Comcast, Cox, and some other providers bundle Peacock Premium at no extra charge for their customers. Verizon Fios also includes it with certain plans. Log into your provider's account or call their customer service line to confirm.
If you have an older Comcast or Cox account, you may have Peacock included without realizing it. The same applies if you recently switched providers — some include it as a promotional offer for the first year. Checking takes five minutes and could save you $72 per year.
Why These Services Stay Separate
Amazon and NBCUniversal (Peacock's owner) are competitors in streaming. Amazon has no financial incentive to bundle Peacock, and NBCUniversal has no incentive to bundle Prime Video. Each company wants you to subscribe to their own service and keep you in their ecosystem.
This is different from how Disney bundles Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN Plus — those are all owned by the same parent company. Amazon and Peacock operate under different corporate structures, so bundling does not happen.
Comparing What Each Service Offers
| Feature | Amazon Prime Video | Peacock Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost (with ads) | $14.99 | $5.99 |
| Monthly cost (no ads) | $14.99 (no ad tier) | $11.99 |
| Original series | Yes (The Boys, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) | Yes (The Traitors, Poker Face) |
| Live sports | Thursday Night Football | Premier League, WWE, Olympics |
| Movie library | Rotates monthly | Rotates monthly |
| Free tier available | No | Yes (with ads, limited content) |
How to Subscribe to Both Services
If you want both Prime Video and Peacock, you can subscribe to each independently. Start with Amazon Prime at amazon.com — choose the annual membership ($139) or monthly ($14.99). Then go to peacocktv.com and select your tier: free with ads, Premium with ads ($5.99), or Premium without ads ($11.99).
Both services let you create profiles within your account, so family members can have separate watchlists and recommendations. You can read content on the Peacock and Prime Video apps to watch offline, though read limits vary by service and device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get Peacock free with Amazon Prime?
No. Amazon Prime does not include Peacock at any membership level. However, Peacock does offer a free tier with ads that gives you access to some content. Check whether your internet or cable provider includes Peacock Premium before paying for it separately.
What if I only want to watch one show on Peacock?
You can use the free tier if the show is available there, though it may be an older season or have limited episodes. If you need the current season or full access, Peacock Premium at $5.99 per month is the lowest-cost option. You can cancel anytime.
Does Amazon Prime include any other streaming services?
Amazon Prime Video is separate from other streamers. However, Amazon Prime members can add premium channels like Paramount Plus, Starz, or Showtime directly through Prime Video for an additional monthly fee. These are optional add-ons, not included by default.
Is Peacock cheaper than Prime Video?
Peacock Premium with ads costs $5.99 per month, which is cheaper than Prime Video at $14.99 per month. However, Prime Video includes other Amazon Prime benefits like shipping and music if you pay the annual membership. Compare based on which shows and sports you actually want to watch.
Can I share a Peacock or Prime Video account with family?
Both services allow multiple profiles on one account. However, simultaneous streams are limited — Prime Video allows two at once on most plans, and Peacock allows four. Check each service's terms for household sharing rules, as they can change.