Amazon Discount Codes & Cashback 2019

Why shop with Amazon

Buy new and used books or download them on your Kindle

Although Amazon now sells a lot more products than it originally did, it’s still a great site to buy books. Amazon probably stocks any title you can think of in hard and paperback copies. Additionally, with the increasingly popular Amazon Kindle, you can now purchase e-books. All books can be bought for less with Amazon discount codes.

The Kindle is a great evolution to reading culture for many reasons. Namely, you can now carry hundreds of books in your pocket, making it perfect to take on your holiday or your longer travelling trips. It’s also kinder to the environment, as no trees have to be cut down in order to produce it.

What’s more, the Kindle uses intelligent technology to help you choose your next book. It looks at your previous book preferences and recommends new titles for you. No longer will you ever be stuck for something to read.

It doesn’t stop there. Enter Kindle Fire. Arriving in 2011, the Kindle Fire marked the Kindle's transition from being an e-reader into a fully-functional tablet. In addition to downloading and reading books as per Kindle standard, you could now browse the web, post on social media and watch movies and TV shows on your Kindle. On the latest Kindle Fire models, you can even use Alexa — Amazon’s answer to artificial intelligence. Alexa is a voice-activated assistance tool. You can ask her to show your favourite book, tell you what the weather’s like or Skype your friend.

Make your home a smart home with Amazon Echo

While the Kindle developed from an e-book into a tablet, the Echo is essentially a speaker that doubles up as a voice-activated gadget that can help you with your day-to-day life. If you connect your Echo to a music streaming service, such as Spotify or Apple Music, you can tell Alexa to play any artist, album or song without having to leave the sofa. You can also set reminders, call people and even turn the lights on and off!

Like the Kindle, the Echo comes in a range of prices. The Echo Plus (the premium option) goes currently for £139.99, the Echo costs £89.99 and the Echo Dot is an affordable £49.99. However, use an Amazon discount code to grab the Echo for less.

Get the benefits of Amazon prime

With the click of a button, you can get books, electronics, clothes and more delivered straight to your door usually within three to five business days. But what about those last minute emergencies, where you need your purchase the next day. Well, if you invest in Amazon Prime, you can get millions of possible items delivered the next day.

That’s not all. Prime also doubles up as a movie, TV and music streaming service. For £9.99 a month (or an upfront cost £79 for the whole year) you can access thousands of TV shows and movies, along with one-day delivery.

Prime members also get access to exclusive Amazon sales events as well as Amazon discount codes throughout the year.

Buy personalised and unique items with Amazon Handmade

We all know you can find most big-name items on Amazon, but what about when you want to buy something a bit more unique? Amazon Handmade allows you to take a break from the well-known brands and get a more personal product.

Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful gift or a bespoke house ornament, with Amazon Handmade you'll not only getting appealing, extraordinary items, but you’ll help fund independent retailers and craftspeople in the process.

This section of the site is especially good for products like jewellery. When it comes to gifting that special someone in your life a ring, necklace or bracelet, you don’t want to buy something factory produced that everyone else on the high street is wearing. Instead, find them a present that’s been lovingly handmade and unique to them.

How to cancel an Amazon order

It happens. Maybe you didn’t check the product description properly, perhaps you clicked ‘add to basket’ too hastily, or you’ve simply changed your mind. Whatever the reason, there may come a point where you want to cancel your Amazon order.

Fortunately, this is easy to do. If your order hasn’t been shipped, you can simply go the ‘Your Orders’ section of the site. Then, you can click on the check box next to the items you want cancelled and then click 'Cancel Orders'. If your product is coming from an individual retailer, it might be a good idea to contact them to sort out the transaction directly.

If your order has been shipped, go to your orders and click ‘Request Cancellation’, then your refund will begin to be processed. If the delivery comes, you should refuse it.

When and what is Amazon Prime Day?

Amazon Prime Day is Amazon’s very own international online deals day. Starting in 2015, Prime Day takes place every year on 16th July. It offers huge Amazon discount codes on millions of items to Prime members only.

With mouth-watering price slashes on everything from tech to fashion, Prime Day is aiming to rival Black Friday as the best day of the year to get discounted goodies.

4 ways to make the most out of your cashback with Amazon

Amazon has always offered great deals on any item under the sun. With Quidco, you can now earn Amazon cashback on some of its items. Here’s how:

Do it yourself with Amazon’s home tools and equipment

Rather than getting the tradesmen around, why don’t you DIY it with Amazon’s great deals on tools and equipment. Whether you’re painting the bedroom or building a whole new shed, Amazon has all you need to take home improvement into your own hands.

Shop everything from power tools to ladders to home security systems. If you purchase these products through Quidco you can also earn cashback on your purchases, along with saving money on professionals!

Additionally, if you work in a trade, fill your toolbox with all the latest gear you need to get the job done. Whatever you are — carpenter, plumber or electrician — shop Amazon tools and you could earn cashback on your day-to-day necessities.

Find the latest trends with Amazon fashion

You’d be forgiven for not picturing Amazon as a contender when asked to think out clothes retailers. Well, that’s changing. Amazon are now making waves in world of garments by selling products from popular brands such as New Look and Ted Baker.

Amazon fashion is divided into three sections. If you’re looking for the latest trends, head to the ‘New Arrivals’ section. For the famous brands, visit ‘The Boutique’, and to steal a bargain on the clearances, go to ‘The Outlet’. To be even more smart with your money, buy Amazon fashion products through Quidco, and you could earn Amazon cashback on your purchases!

Get fit for less with Amazon sports gear

It’s almost Christmas, which means it’s nearly the new year, and many of you will be getting back in shape after the slight overindulgence of the festive season. Fear not, with Amazon’s immense selection of sports equipment, you’ll be back running, swimming and footballing in no time at all. 

With brands from Adidas to Reebok to Speedo, Amazon sells everything from running trainers to goggles. You can also introduce smart technology into your fitness life with the new fitbit. These watches track your body metrics while your exercising and provide you with the information to help you reach your goals. Remember that if you buy sports equipment through Quidco you could earn Amazon cashback while you shop.

Get the best listening experience with Amazon audio and hi-fi

Amazon has always been a favourite when shopping for audio and hi-fi products. As already mentioned, the online retailer has branched out into developing its own speaker products with the the Amazon Echo.

However, there’s a huge choice of other brands on offer, depending on what kind of listening experience you’re after. For that intimate music feeling, browse the headphones section — complete with a buyer’s guide, so you can find the right type for you. Kitting out your house for a party? Take a look at the range of speakers, from large home units to portable bluetooth players.