Paramount Plus through Amazon Prime costs $5.99 per month with ads or $11.99 per month without ads

When you add Paramount Plus as a channel through Amazon Prime Video, you pay Amazon directly — not Paramount. The price sits between Paramount's own standalone subscription tiers. You get the same Paramount Plus content either way: movies, shows, live sports, and originals like Yellowstone and 1883. The difference is whether you see advertisements during playback.

The ad-supported version ($5.99/month) shows commercials during shows and movies. The ad-free version ($11.99/month) does not. Both versions work only within the Amazon Prime Video app or website — you cannot watch Paramount Plus content through the standalone Paramount Plus app if you subscribed through Amazon.

Key Takeaways

  • Paramount Plus through Amazon Prime costs $5.99 monthly with ads or $11.99 monthly without ads, billed by Amazon.
  • You watch Paramount content inside the Prime Video app, not in a separate Paramount app, even though you are paying for Paramount Plus.
  • The standalone Paramount Plus app offers the same two price tiers ($5.99 with ads, $11.99 without ads) if you prefer to subscribe directly to Paramount instead.
  • You can cancel the Paramount Plus channel through Amazon anytime without affecting your Prime membership.
  • A free trial period may be offered when you first add the channel, though this varies and is not may provide.

How the Amazon Prime billing works

When you add Paramount Plus through Amazon Prime Video, the charge appears on your Amazon account, not on a separate Paramount bill. You manage the subscription, pause it, or cancel it entirely from within the Prime Video app under "Your Subscriptions" or from your Amazon account settings. The monthly charge renews automatically unless you turn it off.

Amazon processes the payment using your default Amazon payment method. If you have a Prime membership already, adding Paramount Plus does not change your Prime fee — it is an extra charge on top. You can add or remove it at any time without affecting Prime itself.

Paramount Plus standalone vs. through Amazon

The content is identical whether you subscribe to Paramount Plus directly or through Amazon Prime Video. Both versions include the same shows, movies, live sports, and originals. The main difference is where you watch and how you manage the subscription.

If you subscribe through Amazon, you watch inside Prime Video and manage the subscription through Amazon. If you subscribe directly to Paramount, you use the Paramount Plus app and manage it through Paramount's website. Some people prefer the Amazon route because they already use Prime Video for other content. Others prefer the standalone app because they want Paramount Plus as a separate service.

Pricing is the same either way: $5.99 with ads or $11.99 without ads per month. Neither option includes a free trial that is may provide — Paramount and Amazon occasionally offer trial periods, but these are promotional and change.

What you get at each price tier

Both the $5.99 and $11.99 versions include the full Paramount Plus library: current and past seasons of shows like Star Trek: Discovery, The Good Fight, and Halo; movies from the Paramount film library; live sports including NFL games on CBS, college football, and soccer; and Paramount originals. The only difference is advertisements.

The $5.99 tier shows ads during content. The $11.99 tier does not. Neither tier includes offline downloads — you must stream while connected to the internet. Both allow you to watch on multiple devices at the same time, though the exact number of simultaneous streams may vary.

When to subscribe through Amazon vs. directly

Subscribe through Amazon Prime Video if you already use Prime Video regularly and want to keep all your subscriptions in one place. Managing everything through one app and one bill can be simpler. You also see Paramount content recommendations mixed into your Prime Video feed.

Subscribe directly to Paramount Plus if you prefer a dedicated app, want to keep your subscriptions separate, or if you do not have a Prime membership. The standalone Paramount Plus app may also feel faster or more organized if Paramount Plus is your main focus.

There is no cost advantage to either route — the price is identical. The choice comes down to convenience and how you like to organize your streaming.

How to add Paramount Plus to your Prime account

Open the Prime Video app or go to primevideo.com. Look for "Channels" or "Add Channels" in the menu (the exact location varies by device). Search for Paramount Plus, select it, and choose your tier: with ads ($5.99) or without ads ($11.99). Confirm the payment method and start your subscription.

The subscription begins when ready and renews on the same date each month. You can watch Paramount Plus content right away in the Prime Video app. To cancel, go back to "Your Subscriptions" in Prime Video or your Amazon account settings and turn off the Paramount Plus channel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my Paramount Plus subscription from Amazon on the Paramount app?

No. If you subscribe through Amazon Prime Video, you can only watch Paramount content in the Prime Video app. You cannot log into the standalone Paramount Plus app with that subscription. If you want to use the Paramount app, you must subscribe directly to Paramount instead.

Does Paramount Plus through Amazon include live TV?

Yes. Both the $5.99 and $11.99 tiers include live CBS broadcasts, which carry NFL games on Sunday afternoons, college football, and other live events. You watch these in the Prime Video app just like on-demand content.

What happens if I cancel my Prime membership but keep Paramount Plus?

Your Paramount Plus subscription continues. Canceling Prime does not automatically cancel add-on channels. You must cancel Paramount Plus separately if you no longer want it. The monthly charge will keep appearing on your Amazon account.

Is there a free trial when I add Paramount Plus?

Paramount and Amazon sometimes offer trial periods, but these are not may provide and change frequently. When you go to add the channel, the app will show whether a trial is available. If no trial appears, you will be charged the full monthly price starting when ready.

Can I switch between the $5.99 and $11.99 tiers?

Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade your tier anytime through "Your Subscriptions" in Prime Video or your Amazon account. The change takes effect on your next billing date.