Comparison

Netflix vs Amazon Prime Video

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Netflix

Stream award-winning series, movies, documentaries, and stand-up specials from around the world. Get personalized recommendations and enjoy a safe kids' experience. Watch on your device while traveling or taking a break.

Highlights
  • Award-winning series, movies, documentaries
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Kids' safe watching experience
  • Stream on any device
  • New titles added regularly
  • Notifications for new releases
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Looking for the most talked about TV shows and movies from around the world? They're all on Netflix. Discover award-winning series, movies, live events, podcasts, and games on the go - all in the mobile app. Now, you'll never miss a moment from the world of Netflix while you travel, commute, or just take a break. What you'll love about Netflix: - Smooth navigation with bottom shortcuts to quickly browse or jump back into your favorites. - A new way to discover what's next, including an upcoming clips feed. - A full world of entertainment in one place - series, movies, live events, games, and podcasts. - Keep track of everything you love, from your favorite moments to 'My List', in the 'My Netflix' tab. - Personalized recommendations based on your ratings. Instant notifications for new releases, episodes, and live events. Netflix membership is a month-to-month subscription that begins at sign-up. You can easily cancel anytime, online, 24 hours a day. There are no long-term contracts or cancellation fees. We just want you to love what you watch. Please note that the App Privacy information applies to information collected through the Netflix iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS apps. See the Netflix Privacy Statement (link below) to learn more about information we collect in other contexts, including account registration. Privacy policy: www.netflix.com/privacy Terms of use: www.netflix.com/terms Phone Number: +18667160414 Email: iosappstore@netflix.com

About

Amazon Prime Video

Stream a vast library of movies, TV shows, live events, and sports. Discover original series and films, rent or buy new releases, and enjoy personalized recommendations. Download content to watch offline and create individual profiles for a tailored viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Watch original series and movies
  • Download videos for offline viewing
  • Rent or buy new releases
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Multiple user profiles
  • X-Ray access powered by IMDb
Features
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Watch movies, TV shows, live programming, and sports including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, and The Idea of You, and much more. Browse titles, search for your favorites, or enjoy movies and shows recommended just for you. App features: • Download videos to watch anywhere. • Rent or buy new-release movies and popular TV shows (availability varies by marketplace). • Cast from your phone or tablet to the big screen with Chromecast. • Create multiple profiles so each person gets a personalized entertainment experience. • Go behind the scenes of movies and TV shows with exclusive X-Ray access, powered by IMDb (availability varies by marketplace). Enjoy Prime Video updates on your Apple TV or Mac by downloading the latest app from the App Store on your device. This requires an Apple TV 3rd generation or later, and for Mac, macOS Big Sur 11.4 or later. If you subscribe to Prime Video via iTunes (where available), payment is charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and your membership automatically renews monthly unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the then current plan period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of each plan period at the rate of your selected plan. Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal anytime by going to My Account or through iTunes. For customers located within the European Union, United Kingdom or Brazil: By using this app, you agree to the Amazon Conditions of Use and the Prime Video Terms of Use at primevideo.com/ww-av-legal-home. See our Privacy Notice, Cookies Notice and Interest-Based Ads Notice at primevideo.com/ww-av-legal-home. For all other customers: By using this app, you agree to the Amazon Conditions of Use, Privacy Notice, and and the Prime Video Terms of Use at primevideo.com/ww-av-legal-home.

Screenshots

Netflix4 screens
Amazon Prime Video4 screens

Verdict

The call

Netflix and Amazon Prime Video both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 59% of Netflix's written reviews are positive against 16% of Amazon Prime Video's. Amazon Prime Video's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Netflix sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Amazon Prime Video sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Netflix against 4.8 for Amazon Prime Video. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.3M and 3.1M respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Netflix's written reviews are positive against 16% of Amazon Prime Video's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Netflix ships an update weekly, Amazon Prime Video every 4 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Netflix versus Amazon Prime Video: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetflixAmazon Prime Video
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (7.3M ratings)4.8 (3.1M ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.7% of reviews — better15.9% of reviews
Number of ratings7.3M — better3.1M
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#10#7 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size194 MB329 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperNetflix, Inc.AMZN Mobile LLC

Customer experience

Netflix

All ratings7,303,368 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews16,094 reviews
Positive58.7%
Neutral8.6%
Negative32.7%

Amazon Prime Video

All ratings3,055,824 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews7,007 reviews
Positive15.9%
Neutral10.6%
Negative73.5%

User reviews

Netflix

From 7.3M App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great selection of movies and TV shows
  • 👍 Convenient offline viewing
  • 💡 Customizable profiles for different users
  • 🚀 Smooth streaming experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs in the app
  • 🔋 High data usage and battery drain
  • 🤔 Inconsistent rating system and content availability
  • 😡 Removing popular shows and movies

Amazon Prime Video

From 3.1M App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great selection of movies and TV shows
  • 💡 Useful X-Ray feature with trivia and cast info
  • 👍 Smooth streaming experience
  • 🎁 Good value as part of Prime membership

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent syncing of progress across devices
  • 🔍 Cluttered and confusing user interface
  • 💰 Excessive ads and upsells for additional content
  • 🔍 Difficult to find and access purchased content

Bugs and requests

Netflix

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Offline downloads not working as expected
  • Profile switching issues
  • Playback controls not functioning properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a teen-friendly section
  • Allow removing items from 'Continue Watching'
  • Improve content management and availability
  • Provide better account management options

Amazon Prime Video

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent playback issues and buffering
  • Subtitles not working correctly
  • App crashes and freezes on various devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved search and browsing experience
  • Ability to create user profiles and watchlists
  • Seamless Chromecast/AirPlay integration
  • Better organization of free vs. paid content

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Netflix

Subscriptions5
  • Netflix$19.991 Month
  • Netflix 2 Screens - Unlimited Streaming3 variants$19.991 Month
  • Netflix Standard$19.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Netflix 4 Screens - Unlimited Streaming2 variants$26.991 Month
  • Netflix Premium$26.991 Month
3 purchases

Amazon Prime Video

Subscriptions3
  • Ad free$2.991 Month
  • Prime Video Monthly1 Month trial$8.991 Month
  • Prime Video Monthly$8.991 Month

Questions

Is Netflix free?
Netflix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Amazon Prime Video free?
Amazon Prime Video is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Netflix or Amazon Prime Video?
Amazon Prime Video is rated higher. Netflix averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.3M ratings, while Amazon Prime Video averages 4.8 from 3.1M ratings.
Do Netflix or Amazon Prime Video have ads?
Both Netflix and Amazon Prime Video show ads.
Which is updated more often, Netflix or Amazon Prime Video?
Netflix ships an update weekly, and Amazon Prime Video every 4 days. Most recently, Netflix was updated on September 24, 2026 and Amazon Prime Video on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, Netflix or Amazon Prime Video?
Netflix currently peaks at #10 in the App Store charts, and Amazon Prime Video at #7. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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