Amazon Prime and Audible Lead Black Friday Free Trials
Shoppers looking to cut holiday costs can access a 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, according to a report by Mashable. Paying for a membership just to shop a sale is counterproductive, making early trial windows a strategic option for consumers purchasing gifts.
Test Amazon Prime free for thirty days
Eligible customers can test Amazon Prime free for 30 days before the subscription renews at $14.99 per month or $139 per year. Beyond free shipping, the subscription includes Prime Video, ad-free listening through Amazon Music, access to Prime Reading, and member-exclusive deals. Subscribers also receive $0 delivery fees on eligible Uber Eats restaurant orders of $25 or more placed through Amazon.
Access book subscriptions for holiday savings
Book subscriptions offer another avenue for holiday savings without per-title costs. Kindle+, formerly known as Kindle Unlimited, provides a 30-day free trial with access to ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and comics before renewing at $11.99 per month. An alternative promotional offer provides two months for $0.99 total.
For audio formats, Audible offers a 30-day free trial allowing new customers to choose one audiobook from bestsellers and new releases alongside a podcast catalog. The service automatically renews at $8.99 per month. A separate promotion provides three months at $0.99 per month plus a $20 Audible bonus for users committing to a longer introductory period.
Music streaming services provide testing windows
Music streaming services provide short-term testing windows for new users. Apple Music offers a one-month free trial for new subscribers, including ad-free listening and offline downloads, before renewing at $11.99 per month for the Individual plan. The service operates on Android and Windows devices in addition to Apple hardware.
Competing platforms provide similar introductory terms. Spotify Premium Individual offers one month free before renewing at $12.99 per month, while Amazon Music Unlimited provides 30 days free for new subscribers, followed by $11.99 per month for Prime members or $12.99 per month for nonmembers. For news consumers, Apple News+ provides a one-month free trial of its newspaper and magazine collection before shifting to a $12.99 monthly fee.
Frequently Asked Questions About Black Friday Free Trials
Who qualifies for the Amazon Prime 30-day free trial?
Eligible customers who have not held a Prime membership recently can sign up for the 30-day trial to access shipping and media perks before the holiday shopping season begins.
What happens if I forget to cancel my trial before it ends?
Subscriptions automatically renew at the standard monthly or annual rate unless cancelled prior to the end of the trial period. Kindle+ renews at $11.99 per month, while Audible renews at $8.99 per month.
Do music trials require specific hardware like an iPhone?
Platforms like Apple Music function across multiple operating systems, including Android and Windows, meaning users do not need an Apple device to redeem the one-month free trial.