You cannot get Peacock directly through an Amazon Prime Video subscription, but you can add it as a separate channel
Amazon Prime Video does not include Peacock as part of the standard Prime membership. However, Amazon offers a way to subscribe to Peacock without leaving the Prime Video app or website. You can add Peacock as a Prime Video Channel — a paid add-on that bundles with your Prime account and appears in the same interface.
This is different from subscribing to Peacock on its own website or through the Peacock app. When you add Peacock through Prime Video, your Peacock subscription bill appears on your Amazon account statement rather than as a separate charge, and you watch Peacock content within Prime Video itself.
Key Takeaways
- Peacock is available as a Prime Video Channel add-on, which costs the same as a standalone Peacock subscription but bills through your Amazon account.
- You can add or remove Peacock as a channel from your Prime Video settings in seconds, and the change takes effect when ready.
- Peacock's free tier is not available through Prime Video — you must pay for either the ad-supported or ad-free plan.
- Watching Peacock through Prime Video works on the same devices that support Prime Video, including phones, tablets, smart TVs, and web browsers.
How to add Peacock as a Prime Video Channel
Open Prime Video on any device where you watch — the website, the app on your phone or tablet, or your smart TV. Look for the menu or settings option (usually three horizontal lines or a gear icon) and find the section labeled "Channels" or "Add channels." Search for Peacock in the list.
Select Peacock and choose your plan: the ad-supported version or the ad-free version. Both cost the same as they do on Peacock's own platform. Confirm the subscription, and Peacock will appear in your Prime Video home screen or menu when ready. You can start watching right away.
The exact steps vary slightly by device. On a Roku, Fire TV, or Apple TV, the Channels option is usually in the app's main menu. On a web browser, it is typically under "Account & Settings" or "Your Account." If you cannot find it, search your device's help documentation for "add Prime Video Channels."
What you get when you subscribe through Prime Video
A Peacock subscription added through Prime Video gives you access to the same content as a standalone Peacock subscription — all NBC shows, movies, sports, and Peacock originals. The only difference is where you watch it and how you pay.
You do not get Peacock's free tier through Prime Video. The free version of Peacock (which includes ads and a limited library) is only available if you sign up directly on Peacock's website or app. When you add Peacock as a Prime Video Channel, you must choose either the ad-supported paid plan or the ad-free paid plan.
Billing and account management
Your Peacock subscription through Prime Video appears as a single line item on your Amazon bill each month. You will not receive a separate invoice from Peacock. The charge is the same as the standalone subscription price.
To cancel Peacock, go back to the Channels section in Prime Video and remove it. The cancellation takes effect when ready, and you will not be charged again. You can add it back at any time. If you have questions about a charge, contact Amazon customer service — they handle billing for Prime Video Channels.
Devices where you can watch Peacock through Prime Video
Peacock through Prime Video works on any device that supports Prime Video. This includes iPhones and iPads, Android phones and tablets, Amazon Fire tablets, Roku devices, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Samsung smart TVs, LG smart TVs, and web browsers on computers.
Picture quality and features are the same across all devices. If you have trouble accessing Peacock on a specific device, make sure Prime Video itself works on that device first. If Prime Video works but Peacock does not appear, try signing out and back into your Prime account, or reinstalling the Prime Video app.
When to use Prime Video Channels versus standalone apps
Adding Peacock through Prime Video makes sense if you already use Prime Video regularly and prefer to manage all your subscriptions in one place. It also simplifies billing — one charge instead of two.
Subscribing directly to Peacock on its own website or app may be better if you want access to Peacock's free tier, or if you use Peacock on devices that do not support Prime Video. Some people also prefer having separate apps for each service so they can use them independently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my Prime membership to watch Peacock for free?
No. Prime membership does not include Peacock. You must pay for a Peacock subscription separately, either through Prime Video Channels or directly through Peacock. The cost is the same either way.
What if I already have a Peacock subscription on my own?
You can keep your standalone Peacock subscription and ignore Prime Video Channels. If you want to consolidate, you would need to cancel your standalone subscription and add Peacock through Prime Video instead. You cannot link or merge the two accounts.
Can I watch Peacock on my TV if I add it through Prime Video?
Yes, as long as your TV supports Prime Video. If you have a Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or a smart TV with a Prime Video app, you can add Peacock as a channel and watch it on that TV. The process is the same as on other devices.
Does adding Peacock through Prime Video give me access to live sports and events?
Yes. Peacock's live sports coverage (including some NFL games, Premier League soccer, and wrestling) is included in the paid subscription, whether you add it through Prime Video or subscribe directly. The content is identical.
Can I remove Peacock from Prime Video and add it back later?
Yes. You can remove Peacock from your Prime Video Channels at any time, and you will not be charged again. If you want to resubscribe later, you can add it back in the same way. There is no penalty or waiting period.