Paramount Plus is not included with a Prime Video subscription, but you can add it as a paid channel

Paramount Plus does not come free with Amazon Prime Video. If you have a Prime Video membership, you can purchase Paramount Plus as an add-on channel through the Prime Video app or website, but it costs extra — you pay Paramount Plus's standard subscription fee on top of what you already pay Amazon.

This is different from some other streaming services. Netflix, for example, is not available through Prime Video at all. But Paramount Plus, along with services like Max, Peacock, and Apple TV Plus, can be added directly through your Prime Video account if you choose to do so.

The main reason to add Paramount Plus through Prime Video rather than subscribing directly is convenience: your billing goes through one account, and you can switch between services without logging out. The price you pay is identical either way.

Key Takeaways

  • Paramount Plus requires a separate paid subscription even if you have Prime Video; it does not come included with any Prime membership tier.
  • You can add Paramount Plus as a channel through the Prime Video app or website, and your bill will combine with your Amazon charges.
  • The monthly cost of Paramount Plus through Prime Video is the same as subscribing directly to Paramount Plus.
  • Adding Paramount Plus through Prime Video lets you access both services from one app without switching accounts or logging in separately.

How to add Paramount Plus to your Prime Video account

Open the Prime Video app or go to primevideo.com on a web browser. Look for "Channels" or "Add-ons" in the menu — the exact wording depends on whether you are using the app or website, but it is usually near account settings or the main navigation.

Search for Paramount Plus in the channel list. Select it, and you will see the current subscription price and what content is included. Confirm the purchase, and the subscription will be added to your Amazon account when ready. You can start watching right away.

If you already have a Paramount Plus account through a direct subscription, you cannot link it to Prime Video. You would need to cancel the direct subscription and sign up through Prime Video instead if you want to consolidate billing. Alternatively, you can keep both subscriptions separate and use whichever app you prefer at any moment.

What you get when you add Paramount Plus through Prime Video

The Paramount Plus content library is the same whether you subscribe directly or through Prime Video. You get access to CBS shows, movies, sports (including NFL games and college football), and Paramount Plus originals like Yellowstone, 1883, and The Offer.

The streaming quality and number of simultaneous streams are also identical. If you choose the ad-supported tier of Paramount Plus, you see ads. If you pay for the ad-free tier, you do not — regardless of how you subscribed.

The only difference is where you log in and how you pay. Through Prime Video, everything runs inside the Prime Video app or website. You do not need a separate Paramount Plus login.

Canceling Paramount Plus through Prime Video

To cancel, go back to the Channels or Add-ons section in Prime Video, find Paramount Plus, and select "Manage" or "Cancel Subscription." The cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, not when ready. You will keep access until that date arrives.

If you cancel and later want to resubscribe, you can add it back the same way. There is no penalty for canceling and restarting.

When to add Paramount Plus through Prime Video versus subscribing directly

Add it through Prime Video if you want one bill and one app for multiple streaming services. This works well if you already use Prime Video regularly and do not mind managing subscriptions from a single dashboard.

Subscribe directly to Paramount Plus if you prefer a dedicated app, want to avoid mixing services in one account, or plan to use Paramount Plus on devices where Prime Video is not installed. Direct subscription also gives you the option to pause your membership for up to three months without canceling entirely — a feature not always available through Prime Video.

Price and content are the same either way, so the choice comes down to how you prefer to organize your subscriptions and which app interface you find easier to use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch Paramount Plus on my Prime Video app if I don't add it as a channel?

No. If you do not add Paramount Plus as a Prime Video channel, you cannot access it through the Prime Video app. You would need to read the Paramount Plus app separately and log in with a direct subscription account.

Does adding Paramount Plus through Prime Video change the price?

No. The monthly cost is the same whether you subscribe through Prime Video or directly through Paramount Plus. You are paying Paramount Plus's standard rate; Prime Video straightforward handles the billing and lets you access the service through their app.

What happens to my Paramount Plus subscription if I cancel my Prime membership?

Your Paramount Plus channel subscription remains active as long as you keep paying for it. Canceling Prime Video does not automatically cancel Paramount Plus. You would need to cancel the Paramount Plus add-on separately if you no longer want it.

Can I use the same Paramount Plus account on multiple devices if I subscribe through Prime Video?

Yes. You can stream on multiple devices at the same time, up to the limit set by your Paramount Plus tier. The number of simultaneous streams is the same whether you subscribe directly or through Prime Video.