Amazon Prime does not include Peacock as part of your standard membership
If you have an Amazon Prime Video subscription, Peacock is not bundled in. Amazon Prime Video and Peacock are separate streaming services owned by different companies — Amazon and NBCUniversal respectively — so you need to pay for each one independently.
That said, there are a few ways the two services can work together in your household, and understanding your options can save you money if you want both.
Key Takeaways
- Amazon Prime Video and Peacock are completely separate services with no automatic bundle between them.
- You can subscribe to Peacock directly through the Peacock app or website, or through Amazon Prime Video as an add-on channel.
- Peacock offers a free tier with ads and a paid Premium tier; the paid tier costs less if you subscribe directly to Peacock than if you add it through Prime Video.
- If you subscribe to Peacock through Prime Video, the charge appears on your Amazon bill rather than as a separate subscription.
- Some cable or internet providers bundle Peacock Premium for free with their plans, which may be cheaper than either direct subscription option.
How to add Peacock to your Amazon Prime Video account
Amazon Prime Video lets you add Peacock as a paid channel directly within the Prime Video app or website. Go to your account settings, find "Manage Your Prime Video Channels," and look for Peacock in the list. You can subscribe to Peacock Premium this way, and the charge will appear on your Amazon bill each month alongside your Prime membership.
The downside: Peacock Premium costs more when you buy it through Prime Video than when you subscribe to Peacock directly. As of now, Peacock Premium through Prime Video runs about $11.99 per month, while subscribing directly to Peacock Premium costs $5.99 per month (with ads) or $11.99 per month (ad-free). Prices vary and can change, so check both services for current rates before you decide.
The upside is convenience — one bill, one app to manage subscriptions, and you don't have to create a separate Peacock account if you don't want to.
Subscribing to Peacock directly instead of through Prime Video
You can read the Peacock app on most devices or visit peacock.com and create an account without involving Amazon at all. This is usually the cheaper route if you want Peacock Premium, since the direct subscription price is lower than the Prime Video add-on price.
Direct subscription means a separate login and a separate charge on your credit card or payment method — not bundled with Amazon. But if you already have multiple streaming services, one more bill may not be a deal-breaker, especially if you're saving money on the subscription itself.
Peacock also offers a free tier with ads, available to anyone without payment. The free version includes a rotating selection of NBC shows, movies, and sports, though it's smaller than the Premium library.
Check if your cable or internet provider includes Peacock
Some internet service providers and cable companies bundle Peacock Premium at no extra cost with their plans. Comcast Xfinity customers, for example, often get Peacock Premium included. Verizon Fios and some other providers do the same. If you already pay for one of these services, you may already have access to Peacock Premium without knowing it.
Log into your provider's account online or call their customer service line to ask whether Peacock is included in your plan. If it is, you can link your Peacock account to your provider login and start watching without a separate Peacock subscription charge.
Comparing your three subscription routes
| Route | Cost (approximate) | Where you manage it | Separate login needed? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peacock Premium through Prime Video | $11.99/month | Amazon account | No |
| Peacock Premium direct subscription | $5.99/month (with ads) or $11.99/month (ad-free) | Peacock account | Yes |
| Peacock Premium through cable/internet provider | Usually included with plan | Provider account | Depends on provider |
| Peacock Free (ad-supported) | $0 | Peacock account | Yes |
What content is different between free and paid Peacock
Peacock Free gives you access to a limited library of NBC shows, movies, and live sports events, but with ads. The selection rotates, so what's available changes week to week. Peacock Premium removes ads and unlocks the full library, including current-season NBC shows, exclusive Peacock originals, and more sports content.
If you mainly want to watch current NBC programming or Peacock originals like The Office or Parks and Recreation, Premium is usually necessary. The free tier works well if you're willing to browse what's available and watch ads.
Can you use Peacock on multiple devices with one subscription?
Yes. Whether you subscribe through Prime Video, directly to Peacock, or through your provider, one Peacock subscription covers multiple devices in your household. You can watch on your phone, tablet, smart TV, and computer simultaneously on different accounts if you set up multiple user profiles within Peacock.
Peacock Premium allows up to four simultaneous streams on different devices, which is enough for most households. If you need more, check Peacock's current terms, as this can change.
Frequently Asked Questions
If I cancel Amazon Prime, do I lose Peacock?
Only if you subscribed to Peacock through Prime Video as an add-on channel. If you subscribed to Peacock directly or through your cable provider, canceling Prime does not affect it. If you're unsure which way you subscribed, check your billing — Prime Video add-on charges appear on your Amazon bill.
Can I watch Peacock on my Amazon Fire TV device?
Yes. The Peacock app is available on Fire TV devices. You can read it from the Fire TV app store and log in with your Peacock account, whether you subscribed directly, through Prime Video, or through your provider.
Does Prime Video offer any other streaming channels besides Peacock?
Yes. Prime Video lets you add dozens of paid channels, including Paramount+, Showtime, Starz, and others. Each one costs extra and appears as a separate line item on your Amazon bill. You don't have to use Prime Video as the middleman — you can subscribe to any of these directly instead.
Is Peacock Premium worth it if I already have Prime Video?
That depends on what you want to watch. Prime Video and Peacock have different libraries. Peacock focuses on NBC content, current-season shows, and sports; Prime Video has a broader mix. If you want both, the cheapest route is usually Peacock Premium direct subscription ($5.99 with ads) plus your existing Prime membership, not the Prime Video add-on.