I think this article from earlier in the year, The Cult of Amazon Prime, sums things up fairly well. Amazon Prime is a way of life, and these smart business people are reeling us in, and it would be pretty hard to give it up at this point in my life. We share an account with other family members, so the cost is about $15/year. SO worth it for the free 2-day shipping on everything that qualifies for Amazon Prime. I use the Subscribe and Save feature for food items (especially specialty allergy-friendly foods), herbs, wipes, and coffee and tea. We usually do shop around before going with Amazon, but most of the time the prices are comparable, and the shipping is free. I went through our most recent purchases and copied them here so you can see the diversity of items offered. As the author says, Prime is a cult you will be joining. And for anyone with a busy lifestyle, who prefers not to tote around four kids only to find the store is out of what you need, why wouldn't you??
- Sold by: Noram International Partners, Inc. ( seller profile )
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Adams Sales Book, 3.34 x 7.19 Inches,White and Canary, 2-Parts (50 Sets) (DC3705)
Canon Office Products LS-82Z Business Calculator -
Capsule Connection 5000 Bulk Wholesale Empty Gelatin Capsules, "00" size, 5 1000 count bags Sold by: Capsule Connection ( seller profile )
2 of 2 Inch Long Steel Spring Clamps 12pc Metallic Finish 
Pampers SoftCare Unscented Wipes 10x Box with Tub 720 Count -
3 of Rubbermaid Blue Ice Brand Weekender Pack 7" x 1.63" x 6.75 Sold by: GEEKSHIVE, INC. ( seller profile )
SPORTMiX Variety Puppy Biscuit Treats, 4-Pound 
Merial Frontline Top Spot Flea and Tick Control for 89-to-132-Pound Dogs and Puppies, 3 Doses Sold by: ProbioticSmart ( seller profile )
Carhartt Men's C-Grip Knuckler High Dexterity Vibration Reducing Glove, Grey, Large/X-Large 
Coffee Bean Direct Costa Rican Tarrazu, Whole Bean Coffee, 5-Pound Bag Sold by: Amazon.com LLC
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Pair of Pace Maker Trekking Poles with small disks and vulcanized rubber feet Sold by: Norman D Garcia ( seller profile )
Frigidaire 316442301 Element for Range Sold by: Amazon.com LLC
Delivery Estimate: Friday April 6, 2012
Jarrow Formulas Milk Thistle Jarrow Silymarin 150mg, 200 Capsules Sold by: Amazon.com LLC
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We have been on Prime for two years and we can't imagine giving it up. Like you said, I can take my kids everywhere looking for a product, or I can read reviews online and get the best product at the best price with free shipping. It's a no brainer. :)
adam (my super saver hubby) joined the cult after hearing so many experts in his field (procurement) talk about how they only shop through amazon. we will see you at the cult meetings...
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