The Last Word with Matt Cooper Amazon.ie Launches In Ireland
Mar 18, 2025
Adrian Weckler, Tech Correspondent with the Irish Independent, discusses the launch of Amazon.ie in Ireland, which eliminates the need for local users to rely on the UK version. He delves into its subscription model, which is cheaper but raises questions about the equivalent shopping experience. The conversation highlights potential challenges for small retailers due to Amazon's impact on local competition and the necessity for them to adapt to new consumer behaviors. Weckler also addresses the hurdles faced by Irish businesses navigating the Marketplace.
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Amazon.ie Significance for Sellers
- Amazon.ie launch enables sellers to avoid duties/customs when selling within Ireland.
- This opens opportunities for selling products previously restricted from UK to Ireland, like power banks and protein powder.
Amazon.ie Prime vs. UK Prime
- Amazon.ie Prime, at €7/month, is cheaper than the UK's £8.99 (€11).
- However, it offers fewer features, like family sharing and a smaller product selection with Prime delivery.
Switching to Amazon.ie
- Users need to manually switch from .co.uk to .ie to get the cheaper price.
- Amazon will refund the price difference but evaluate if the reduced features are worth the savings.