Netflix vs Amazon Prime Video
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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.
- 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
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Prime Video is your all-in-one destination for hit movies, series and TV, live sports, and more. Stream the hit sci-fi adventure Project Hail Mary and the epic fantasy Masters of the Universe, now streaming on Prime Video. From gripping originals like Reacher, Every Year After, Spider Noir, and Off Campus to blockbuster films and live entertainment, there's always something worth watching. Personalized recommendations help you find your next favorite show or movie without the scroll. Prime Video brings the best of TV and film together with your favorite live sports. Your Prime membership includes Thursday Night Football, select WNBA & NBA games, and more. Watch even more of the movies, TV, and live sports you love when you choose from 100+ subscriptions like Starz and Apple TV+ — all in one app. Download videos for offline viewing, cast to your TV, and create profiles so everyone in the house gets a personalized entertainment experience. One app. Endless entertainment. Watch your favorite movies, TV, and live sports—all on Prime Video. TV and Series • Edge-of-your-seat originals like Reacher, The Boys, Fallout, and Spider-Noir streaming on Prime Video • Addictive series including Off Campus, Every Year After, and The Summer I Turned Pretty • Epic worlds brought to life on your TV with The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and more • Go behind the scenes with exclusive X-Ray access, powered by IMDb Movies • Stream new hit releases like Project Hail Mary and Masters of the Universe, now on Prime Video • Watch hit Prime Video originals such as Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War, Your Fault: London and more • Rent or buy newly released films the same day they hit digital • Download videos and watch your favorite movies offline, anywhere, anytime Sports • Watch live NFL games with Thursday Night Football • Watch select NBA and WNBA games Enjoy Prime Video updates on your Apple TV or Mac by downloading the latest app from the App Store on your device. If you subscribe to Prime Video, payment is charged to your Apple 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. 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 the Prime Video Terms of Use at primevideo.com/ww-av-legal-home.
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Verdict
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 17% of Amazon Prime Video's. Amazon Prime Video's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and chart position (#5 vs #15). 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
Both are free to download. Netflix sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Amazon Prime Video sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
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 — 7.5M and 3.1M respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Netflix's written reviews are positive against 17% of Amazon Prime Video's.
Netflix ships an update weekly, Amazon Prime Video every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Netflix | Amazon Prime Video |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (7.5M ratings) | 4.8 (3.1M ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews — better | 16.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7.5M — better | 3.1M |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | #15 | #5 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 204 MB | 355 MB |
| Age rating | +12 | 12+ |
| Developer | Netflix, Inc. | AMZN Mobile LLC |
Customer experience
Netflix
Amazon Prime Video
User reviews
Netflix
From 7.5M App Store ratingsWhat 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 ratingsWhat 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
Netflix
- Netflix$19.991 Month
- Netflix 2 Screens - Unlimited Streaming3 variants$19.991 Month
- Netflix Standard$19.991 Month
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- Netflix 4 Screens - Unlimited Streaming2 variants$26.991 Month
- Netflix Premium$26.991 Month
Amazon Prime Video
- Ad free$2.991 Month
