9 tips to save money on Amazon

Do you like to shop directly online?

To be able to easily find promotional articles, to choose your products quietly from your home, to receive the parcel without having to move …

All these reasons are all explanations that motivate us all to buy on the internet. And in this area, Amazon is today one of the market leaders.

Especially that we really find everything: gifts, food, clothing, toys for children, high-tech products …

As regular Amazon shoppers, we decided to present you the best tips for saving money easily by shopping on this platform.

1. Make second-hand purchases

Quite often, used products on Amazon have a near new condition.

And it would be a shame not to enjoy it, knowing that buying new is definitely not the most profitable option in the majority of cases.

The Amazon Marketplace is packed with offers and second-hand products that will meet your needs while saving you money.

So remember to systematically consult second-hand offers available. The prices are often half as much as in the new!

2. Register on Amazon Prime

Amazon offers delivery from $25 of purchase. But if you order frequently on the site, another alternative to save money is to sign up for Amazon Prime.

The subscription costs $12.99 per month (or $119 per year), and gives you many other well-known advantages:

  • Free shipping in one working day on thousands of items
  • Privileged access to “flash sales” that offer short-term private promotions
  • Free e-book loan Kindle
  • Access to many services like Prime Video (streaming service) or Prime Music

For those who prefer to test before subscribing, Amazon Prime is free for 30 days.

3. Sign up for free survey sites that offer gift vouchers

There are many online survey sites that allow you to easily make money on the internet.

But most of them also offer to collect or win Amazon gift vouchers by responding to their inquiries.

This is, for example, the case of the following platforms ( all free ):

4. Enjoy reconditioned products

Few users know or use the Amazon Refurbished Products page.

Yet this category of articles offers a huge choice: smartphones, toys, televisions, computers, etc., all repacked directly by the brand.

And if the fear of a breakdown can curb some, know that each of these products are controlled to look and function exactly like new products, and are also covered by a one-year Amazon warranty.

In addition, many of the items had just a small flaw on the packaging or other minor aesthetic issues. No need to deprive yourself of savings!

5. Search Amazon promo codes

Before buying a product on Amazon, do not forget to search the internet if there is a promo code that you could use for your purchase.

Depending on the time of the year (balances, Black Friday, Prime Day or other exceptional transactions), discounts can range from 5% to over 30 %. All this by browsing only Google a few minutes.

6. Compare the prices of objects with Amazon.de

Amazon.de (the German version of the site) generally offers more attractive rates for the consumer.

By ordering on this version, you can find cheaper prices.

However, always remember to inquire and take into account the shipping costs, because delivery from abroad can sometimes be expensive.

7. Postpone your order

When an item you like and you plan to buy, add it to your cart and wait a few days before confirming your order.

Amazon may notice that you have not made the payment, and send you an e-mail to remind you to validate your purchase. The Marketplace can offer you special discounts that you will use to lower the price of your order.

8. Return items that do not suit you

Some Amazon products are eligible for free returns in case of problems or dissatisfaction.

You simply need to make sure that the return is possible by browsing the conditions of your order or make a request by contacting Amazon directly.

So, if you are not satisfied with your order, make sure the product you received has not been damaged, and ask for a full refund. Keep in mind that Amazon will surely not refund the shipping costs.

9. Take a Youth Bonus Account

If you’re between 18 and 24 years old, you can sign up for a free 6-month offer from Amazon Prime Youth, which offers all the benefits of Amazon Prime.

Once your free trial is complete, you can then upgrade to an Amazon Prime subscription with a 50% discount. You can, of course, cancel your subscription (before the end of the 6 months) if you do not want to continue to the paid version.