INFOGRAPHIC: Amazon Prime Video vs. Netflix — A Comparison Guide
Netflix and Amazon Prime Video each have their unique strengths in the streaming business.
Netflix and Amazon Prime Video have revolutionised how we consume and distribute movies and TV shows.
Netflix came with a pioneering all-streaming model and became synonymous with online entertainment, while Amazon Prime Video leverages its parent company’s retail ecosystem to offer a unique value proposition.
In this comparison, we will go into the operational, financial, and cultural impacts of these platforms and offer a clear view of their current standing and directions in the streaming business.
Overview
- Netflix was founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph. It was originally a DVD rental service but pivoted to become a dominant force in the streaming video market. Based in Los Gatos, California, Netflix has been at the forefront of the streaming revolution, with its substantial investment in original content and a robust global expansion strategy.
- Amazon Prime Video, part of Amazon's broader Prime subscription service, offers a variety of television shows, movies, and original content to its subscribers. Introduced in 2006, Prime Video has become a key player in the streaming ecosystem, leveraging Amazon’s massive infrastructure and distribution network to compete aggressively on content and global reach.