Amazon Prime Video and Paramount+ both offer compelling streaming options with distinct advantages. Amazon Prime Video stands out with its extensive bundling options, larger content library, and comprehensive offline viewing. Paramount+ offers a more affordable entry-level plan and specific sports content like NFL on CBS and UEFA Champions League. The choice depends on the user's preference for content, bundling needs, and budget.
| Attribute | Amazon Prime Video | Paramount+ |
|---|---|---|
| Original Content Quality | Offers original series and movies | Not available |
| Content Library Size | Over 25,000 movies and TV shows | Over 40,000 episodes and movies (Paramount+ Essential plan) |
| Offline Viewing Availability | Content can be downloaded for offline viewing | Available with Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan, limited to mobile devices |
| 4K Streaming Support | Streams in 4K Ultra HD | Select shows and movies available in 4K UHD, HDR10, or Dolby Vision on select devices with Paramount+ Premium plan. Requires at least 25 Mbps internet connection. |
| Dolby Atmos Support | Not explicitly mentioned, but it's a common feature for premium streaming | Supported on select titles with a premium subscription and a Dolby Atmos-enabled device |
| Number of Supported Devices | Up to three devices logged into a single account, but simultaneous streaming is limited to two devices | Up to three devices simultaneously (Premium plan in some regions allows streaming on 4 devices) |
| Ad-Free Plan Option | Starting in 2024, users have the option to pay extra for ad-free viewing | Available with Paramount+ with SHOWTIME tier (live TV streams may still include commercials) |
| Parental Control Features | Robust parental controls are available, including content restrictions based on age ratings and PIN locks for purchases and profile access | Age restrictions, content ratings, and content filtering options. Profile lock with a PIN available. |
| User Interface Navigation | Not explicitly detailed | Prime Video is bringing clarity and simplicity back to streaming with improvements to its user experience that will begin to roll out globally. |
| Price and Subscription Tiers | Amazon Prime membership: $14.99/month or $139/year (includes Prime Video). Standalone Prime Video: $8.99/month. Ad-free option: Additional $2.99/month. | Paramount+ Essential: $7.99/month or $59.99/year (includes limited ads); Paramount+ with SHOWTIME: $12.99/month or $119.99/year (ad-free, except for live TV and select shows); Student discounts may be available |
| Live Sports Streaming | Includes NFL Thursday Night Football, WNBA, NWSL, and some New York Yankees games. Also offers add-on subscriptions for other sports channels like MLB.TV and NBA League Pass. | NFL on CBS and UEFA Champions League available |
| Bundling Options with Other Services | Amazon Prime includes free shipping, Amazon Music, and exclusive shopping deals. You can also add channels like HBO, Cinemax, and Showtime through Amazon Channels. | Walmart+ (includes Paramount+ Essential), Hulu (Paramount+ with SHOWTIME available as an add-on), Amazon Prime Video (Paramount+ available as a Prime Video channel, but only the Premium plan), Spectrum TV (Paramount+ Essential included with TV Select Signature or TV Select Plus plans) |