• The author canceled their Amazon Prime subscription on a whim and realized they didn’t really need it.
  • Leaving Prime meant slower shipping but the author was happy to wait and still found the selection and delivery speed satisfactory.
  • Many people love Prime for its fast shipping and convenience, but some readers expressed ambivalence and considered canceling.

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  • prole
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    11 months ago

    Is saving $6 on shipping really worth waiting 6 months to buy the thing?

      • prole
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        11 months ago

        I just wouldn’t be able to wait that long for that little savings.

        • Alien Nathan Edward@lemm.ee
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          11 months ago

          if I’m waiting for 6 months it’s for something that has no pressing need, but if I’m still thinking about it in 6 months will probably bring enough joy to my life that it’s worth the investment.