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How to Sign Up for Walmart+ (and Is It Worth It?)

Learn how to sign up for Walmart+ on the app or website, how the 30-day free trial works, what it costs, the main benefits, and how to cancel if it is not for you.

By Agha Ali AbbasPublished 5 min read
Illustration of a phone with a shopping cart and a plus sign next to a delivery box

To sign up for Walmart+, go to walmart.com/plus or open the Walmart app, tap Start free trial, sign in, and add a payment card. Your membership starts right away, and most people get a 30-day free trial first. After the trial, Walmart+ costs $12.95 a month or $98 a year at the time of writing, plus tax.

The whole process takes about 2 minutes. This guide walks you through each step, explains what you get, and helps you decide if it is worth the money.

What is Walmart+?

Walmart+ is a paid membership, a bit like Amazon Prime. Members get perks like free grocery delivery, free shipping, gas discounts, and a free streaming service. You pay a monthly or yearly fee to get these benefits.

Walmart+ cost at a glance

Plan Price Who it is for
Monthly $12.95 per month Try it without a big payment
Yearly $98 per year Best value if you plan to keep it
Walmart+ Assist About $6.47 per month or $49 per year People who get SNAP, Medicaid, or other qualifying aid

Paying yearly costs about $8.17 a month, which saves you about $57 a year compared to the monthly plan. Walmart sometimes runs sales on the yearly plan, especially around big shopping events. Prices can change, so always check the current price before you sign up.

Want to see how much you save with a deal? Our guide on calculating percentage change shows how to work out the discount.

How to sign up for Walmart+ on the app

  1. Open the Walmart app. Download it from the App Store or Google Play if you do not have it.
  2. Sign in to your Walmart account, or create one with your email.
  3. Tap the Walmart+ banner on the home screen, or tap Account and then Walmart+.
  4. Tap Start free trial or Join Walmart+.
  5. Choose monthly or yearly billing.
  6. Add or select a payment card.
  7. Review the terms and tap Start free trial or Join.

You will get a confirmation email, and the Walmart+ benefits show up in your app right away.

How to sign up for Walmart+ on a computer

  1. Go to walmart.com/plus in your web browser.
  2. Click Start free trial.
  3. Sign in or create a Walmart account.
  4. Choose monthly or yearly billing.
  5. Enter your payment details.
  6. Click Start free trial to finish.

How the free trial works

  • The trial usually lasts 30 days.
  • You get most member benefits during the trial. Walmart says a few perks are only for paid members.
  • You need to add a card, even though you will not be charged during the trial.
  • When the trial ends, you are charged automatically for the plan you picked.
  • If you do not want to pay, cancel before the trial ends. Set a reminder on your phone for a day or two before.

Main Walmart+ benefits

Here are the benefits most people use. Walmart adds and changes perks from time to time, so check the Walmart+ page for the latest list.

  • Free delivery from your store on orders of $35 or more. Orders under $35 have a small fee.
  • Free shipping on items shipped from walmart.com, with no order minimum. Some large or heavy items are left out.
  • Gas savings of up to 10 cents per gallon at participating Exxon, Mobil, Walmart, and Murphy stations.
  • A free streaming service. Members can choose Paramount+ Essential or Peacock Premium.
  • Scan and Go in the Walmart app, so you can scan items as you shop and pay without waiting in line.
  • Early access to deals during big sales events.
  • Free returns from home on many items.

How to use your delivery benefit

  1. In the Walmart app, pick Delivery at the top.
  2. Choose a delivery time slot.
  3. Add at least $35 of items to your cart.
  4. Check out. The delivery fee should show as free.

You can add a tip for your driver when you check out. Tips are optional but a nice way to say thanks. If you are not sure how much to give, our guide on how to work out a tip makes it easy.

Is Walmart+ worth it?

It depends on how you shop. A simple way to decide is to add up what you would save in a month.

If you... You might save about
Get grocery delivery 2 times a month $15 to $20 in delivery fees
Fill up a 15-gallon tank 4 times a month About $6 in gas
Use the streaming service instead of paying for it $8 to $11

If your savings add up to more than $8 to $13 a month, Walmart+ likely pays for itself. If you only visit Walmart once in a while and do not use delivery, it may not be worth it.

Good fit if you:

  • Order groceries online often
  • Live near a Walmart or member gas station
  • Already want Paramount+ or Peacock
  • Order a lot of small items online

Maybe skip it if you:

  • Rarely shop at Walmart
  • Prefer to pick up groceries yourself (pickup is often free anyway)
  • Already pay for another delivery membership you use more

How to cancel Walmart+

  1. Sign in to your account on the Walmart app or walmart.com.
  2. Go to Account, then Walmart+.
  3. Tap Manage membership.
  4. Tap Cancel membership and follow the steps.

You can usually keep using your benefits until the end of the time you already paid for. If you cancel during the free trial, you should not be charged.

Tips to get the most from Walmart+

  • Link your streaming account in the Walmart app so you do not miss that perk.
  • Use the gas discount by opening the Walmart app at the pump.
  • Plan bigger orders to reach the $35 delivery minimum.
  • Watch for yearly plan sales if you know you will keep it.
  • Check your email for member-only deals.

The bottom line

Signing up for Walmart+ takes just a few minutes on the app or at walmart.com/plus. Start with the 30-day free trial, try the free delivery and gas savings, and see if you use it enough. At $12.95 a month or $98 a year, it is a good deal for people who order groceries often, and easy to cancel if it is not the right fit.

Sources

This guide was checked against these official and manufacturer sources.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Walmart+ cost?

At the time of writing, Walmart+ costs $12.95 per month or $98 per year, plus tax. Paying yearly saves you about $57 compared to paying monthly for 12 months. Prices can change, so check Walmart's website before you sign up.

Does Walmart+ have a free trial?

Yes. Walmart usually offers a 30-day free trial. You need to add a payment card, and you will be charged when the trial ends unless you cancel first.

Is there a cheaper Walmart+ plan?

Yes. Walmart+ Assist is a lower-cost plan for people who get certain government help, like SNAP or Medicaid. It costs about half the regular price. Walmart has also offered discounts for students.

How do I cancel Walmart+?

Sign in to your Walmart account, go to Account, then Walmart+, then Manage membership, and choose Cancel. You can usually keep your benefits until the end of the time you already paid for.

Is Walmart+ worth it?

It is usually worth it if you order groceries for delivery a few times a month, buy gas often at member stations, or will use the included streaming service. If you only shop at Walmart once in a while, you may not save enough to cover the cost.

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Agha Ali Abbas

Agha Ali Abbas is the founder and editor of TimeToNote. He has worked in SEO and content writing for 18 years, and he checks every guide against manufacturer documentation and official sources before it goes live.

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