Which is the best streaming service on the market today: Netflix or Amazon Prime?
Which is the best streaming service out there? We compare Netflix and Amazon Prime!
In this latest blog, we take a look at the streaming companies and how they compare in today's market, first off we take look at Netflix & Amazon Prime.
Once upon a time, Netflix did rule the roost when it came to streaming TV and movies, offering content both old and new for all kinds of genres. However, the last few years have brought some new rivals to the fold.
We have looked at several streaming platform subscriptions across the UK and the US and ranked them based on the TV and film libraries on offer, but for the sake of this blog we are just concentrating on;
Netflix & Amazon
Netflix Originals are also available in huge demand. Some of the most well-known shows include Stranger Things, Orange Is The New Black, Narcos, Mind Hunter, etc.
These can be a hit or miss (there was a lot of funding dropped into a very average Adam Sandler movie), but there are some real gems that stand up with the likes of HBO content.
Originals however aren’t the most popular thing on the platform.
It may come as no surprise to know that Friends holds that top spot, and other syndicated content is not that far behind either.
It’s obvious to start with, but Netflix is still the big daddy when it comes to streaming services. With over 4,000 films and 1,500 shows, this service has carved out a niche for itself as becoming a real household name.
It’s the most accessible service worldwide, available in over 200 countries — though some shows and movies vary depending on the region you are living in.
What are the Pros?
- The Biggest range of content
- Very Competitive pricing
- Worldwide accessibility
- A mix of originals and syndicated works
Cons
- The cheapest plan doesn’t offer the same benefits as its competitors
- They will eventually lose content to rivals
The pricing for the UK and US currently stands at £5.99/$8.99 per month for the most basic plan (one screen and no ultra-HD), £9.99/$13.99 per month for the standard plan (two devices for streaming and HD content), and £13.99/$17.99 per month for the premium plan which comes with HD, Ultra HD with the ability to stream on four screens.
However, with Disney Plus and HBO Max bidding for the rights of some of the most popular content, Netflix may see some of its flagship shows and films eventually fall to its rivals.
But for the time being, it still stands on the No1 podium for streaming.
Amazon may and to a point does dominate when it comes to online shopping, but it still can’t quite match Netflix on streaming content just yet.
With classic shows like The Office to cinema blockbusters like Wonder Woman, there’s a mixed bag to keep you streaming and happy, for now at least.
Amazon Prime Video is £5.99/$8.99 per month, but you can sign up for Amazon Prime for £79 per year (or pay £7.99 per month) in the UK and $119 or $12.99 per month in the US which also includes extras such as free next day delivery, Amazon Prime Music.
Like with Netflix’s standard package, you can stream two devices at once.
Amazon also has some great successful shows including Good Omens, The Boys, Vikings, Preacher, The Grand Tour, though few can match the Netflix shows for quality or popularity at the moment.
Some of the shows in the catalog are on borrowed time — Fleabag for example will eventually move to BritBox once the contract with Amazon is up.
Pros
- Amazon offers benefits other than video streaming
- Amazon Originals are much better now — than they were
- With worldwide accessibility
Cons
- Original content not quite on par with Netflix-BUT not far away!
- May also lose out on future content to other streaming providers!
The landscape of streaming services is certainly going to change over the coming months, but one thing is crystal clear content is KING.
The consumer is looking for a GREAT choice of content, I personally have Amazon Prime and Netflix, and always look on both platforms for the best shows and films at that time!
By Pete Moore
