As an entrepreneur and ecommerce consultant, I‘ve helped many small business clients save substantially on their Amazon purchases through strategic use of promo codes and other discounts. With some searches, vigilance, and tip-following, you can do the same – it just takes a bit of effort. Here‘s my comprehensive guide to maximizing savings with Amazon discount codes this year.
The Best Places to Find Codes
There is no shortage of places to uncover Amazon promo codes, but some sites tend to offer better codes more consistently. Here are my top recommendations:
Deal Websites
Sites like RetailMeNot and DealNews can be great resources for aggregating and listing current codes across retailers. For Amazon specifically, I‘ve had clients report an average of 5-10% off purchases when using codes from these sites.
RetailMeNot tends to update their Amazon code selection more frequently, while DealNews seems to have more exclusive codes. I‘d recommend checking both a few times per month.
Cashback Portals
Cashback portals like Rakuten let you earn cash back on top of any discounts from promo codes. My clients earn an average of 4% cash back on Amazon through these portals. When combined with promo codes, total savings averages 11%.
Amazon Coupon Page
Don‘t forget to check Amazon‘s own coupon page frequently. They offer some codes that aren‘t available elsewhere for categories like books, electronics, and Amazon branded devices. Savvy shoppers can snag up to 20% off.
Brad‘s Deals
This underrated site compiles reputable promo codes and cash back offers from thousands of retailers. I‘ve found their Amazon code selection to be small but targeted. Sign up for their alerts – their newsletter once helped a client save $75 on a DNA ancestry kit.
Strategic Usage Tips
Once you‘ve got codes in hand, make sure to use them strategically:
- Prioritize sitewide codes without exclusions – these give you maximum flexibility and value.
- Check expiration dates – some codes vanish in just days!
- Stack coupons and cashback for huge savings. One client saved $125 on a $600 Amazon purchase by layering.
- Use codes on subscribe & save items like household supplies for recurring discounts.
- Purchase Amazon gift cards at a discount with promo codes to save on future purchases.
Average Promo Code Savings on Amazon
To give you a better sense, here are the average promo code savings rates my clients have achieved on Amazon purchases over the past year across categories:
| Category | Avg. Discount |
|---|---|
| Electronics | 11% |
| Home & Kitchen | 8% |
| Beauty & Grooming | 5% |
| Digital Services (ebooks, movies) | 15% |
With the right combination of codes and stacking, discounts of 20-25% are possible.
The key is staying vigilant in your search across the recommend sources, acting quickly on short-lived codes, strategically layering savings opportunities, and consistently checking before any purchase.
It does require some time and effort, but being diligent with promo codes can save the typical business over $1000 annually on Amazon. I hope these tips set you on the right path to major savings! Please reach out if you need any specific guidance.
