Amazon Music With Prime in India: Who It Suits

Updated September 2026: in 2021 I explained why I chose Amazon Music with my Prime membership over Apple Music, despite Apple's new lossless and Dolby Atmos features. I have rewritten it with what Amazon Music with Prime offers in India and who it suits. Plans change often, so check the current details before deciding.

I listen on AirPods Pro, and when Apple Music added lossless audio and Dolby Atmos in 2021 I was tempted to switch. I stayed with Amazon Music for two reasons: it came with the Prime membership I already paid for, and its catalogue of older and regional music suited what I listen to.

What do you get with Amazon Music on Prime in India?

Prime members in India get Amazon Music at no extra cost, alongside Prime Video and delivery benefits. That makes it the default music service for many households, simply because it is already paid for. Amazon also sells a separate Amazon Music Unlimited tier in some markets with a larger catalogue and extra features, so check which one your membership includes.

What are its main advantages?

• Value: no extra subscription if you already have Prime.
• Older and regional music: a broad mix of Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and other regional catalogues, including older film music.
• Alexa integration: it works naturally with Echo speakers and Fire TV.
• Offline downloads: useful for travel and weak mobile networks.

Where does it fall short?

Recommendations and playlists are generally considered less sharp than Spotify's, and the app is less polished on Apple devices than Apple Music. Apple's lossless and spatial audio features are included in its standard plan, whereas Amazon's high-quality audio options depend on the tier and region. If you are an audiophile with high-end headphones, compare the audio options carefully.

Who should use Amazon Music?

• Prime members who listen casually and do not want another bill.
• Listeners of older film music and regional songs.
• Households with Echo speakers or Fire TV.

If your priority is discovering new music, Spotify is usually stronger. If you are all-in on Apple devices and care about spatial audio, Apple Music fits better.

Is the Prime-included option enough?

For my listening in 2021, a mix of older and regional music on AirPods, it was. The right test for anyone is simple: use what Prime already includes for a month, note what you miss, and pay for another service only if that list is long.

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