If you've been searching for a way to keep Amazon Prime Video titles for offline playback outside the app, you've likely run into a wall. The official download option locks files inside the Amazon app and deletes them when your subscription lapses. StreamFab Amazon Downloader takes a different approach — it records the video stream while it plays and saves it as a permanent MP4 file on your computer.
StreamFab is a Windows and Mac desktop application. The Amazon Downloader module specifically targets Prime Video titles, capturing up to 1080p video with EAC3 5.1 surround audio. The output is a standard MP4 you can play in any media player, transfer to a TV, or archive indefinitely.
The most common concerns people raise are whether the quality holds at 1080p, whether the tool is safe to install, and whether it keeps working after Amazon updates its platform. This review covers all three questions based on hands-on testing.
- This article walks through how StreamFab Amazon Downloader works, the actual output quality we recorded, a step-by-step usage guide, pricing, known limitations, and how it compares to alternative methods — so you can decide whether it fits your use case before buying.
Quick Summary: Does StreamFab Work on Amazon Prime Video?
If you want the short answer before reading the full review: It works reliably for the majority of Prime Video titles in standard 1080p.
- 🟢 Resolution: Save up to 1080p from Amazon Prime Video on compatible titles.
- 🟢 Audio: EAC3 5.1 surround audio preserved on supported titles; AAC 2.0 stereo as fallback.
- 🟢 Format: MP4/MKV (H.264 or H.265) — plays in VLC, Windows Media Player, Plex, and most TVs without conversion.
Detailed Review: How StreamFab Amazon Downloader Works
Understanding the mechanism helps you set realistic expectations for quality and compatibility before you run your first download.
StreamFab Amazon Downloader requires an active Amazon Prime Video subscription. It records content you are legally authorized to watch — it does not unlock titles outside your subscription plan. A Windows 10/11 or macOS 11.0+ computer is required.
Intercepts the video data at the point it renders in the browser — before it is displayed on screen — and writes it to an MP4/MKV container on your hard drive, which differs from pixel-level screen recording (which produces much lower quality). The result is a clean video file with the original encoded resolution and audio track intact.
- Batch download: Queue an entire season and walk away; each episode saves automatically.
- Subtitle selection: Choose from available subtitle tracks (SRT or embedded) at download time.
- Audio track selection: For multi-language titles, pick the language track before recording.
- Filename templating: Output files are automatically named using show title, season, and episode number.
- Format output: MP4 (default) or MKV container; H.264 or H.265 codec selectable.
For a walkthrough of the StreamFab interface beyond just the Amazon module, see the complete guide on how to use StreamFab.
Step-by-Step: How to Download Amazon Prime Video with StreamFab
The process takes about two minutes to set up for the first title. After that, queueing additional downloads is a single click.
Active VPNs can cause StreamFab's built-in browser to load a different regional version of Prime Video, which may affect available titles and audio tracks.
Step 1: Download and install StreamFab
Get the installer from the button below (Windows or Mac version). Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts. Installation takes under two minutes.
Step 2: Open the Amazon Prime Video module
On the StreamFab home screen, click StreamFab Downloader, then select Amazon Prime from the service list on the left panel. The built-in browser will open and navigate to Amazon Prime Video automatically.
Step 3: Sign in to your Amazon account & Navigate to the title you want to download
Log in inside the built-in browser as you would on any browser. Your login session is saved so you only need to do this once. Browse or search for your movie or series. Click on the title to open its detail page.
Step 4: Click "Download" or press Play to trigger the download dialog
For movies, click the play button — StreamFab will detect the stream and show a download dialog. For series, you will see a list of episodes; select the ones you want (or "Select All" for a full season) and click Download Now. Set your preferred resolution (1080p recommended), audio track, and subtitle language in the dialog before confirming.
Step 5: Wait for the download to complete, then find your file
Progress appears in StreamFab's download queue. When complete, click the folder icon next to any finished item to open its save location. The default folder is C:\Users\[username]\Videos\StreamFab on Windows.
Output Quality: Resolution, Codec, and Audio Results
We tested StreamFab Amazon Downloader on a selection of Prime Video titles in June 2026 to document the actual output quality. Below are the results.
Tested on Windows 11 (23H2), StreamFab v7.0.x, active Amazon Prime Video subscription (standard plan). Titles tested included a mix of Amazon Originals and licensed content.
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Spec |
Result (as of June 2026) |
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Maximum resolution |
1080p (1920×1080) on standard and 4K-listed titles |
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HDR output |
Not available — output is SDR regardless of source tier |
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Video codec |
H.264 (default) or H.265 (selectable in settings) |
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Audio (primary) |
EAC3 5.1 surround on supported titles |
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Audio (fallback) |
AAC 2.0 stereo when 5.1 track unavailable |
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Subtitle format |
SRT (external) or embedded, all available languages |
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Average file size (1080p movie, ~2h) |
3–6 GB depending on codec and title |
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Download speed |
Faster than real-time on a 100 Mbps+ connection; 1080p movie in ~5–15 minutes |
The 1080p output is visually clean on a 55-inch display — no visible encoding artifacts on well-mastered titles. The absence of HDR is the most notable limitation for home theater users who have 4K HDR displays and want to match the source quality.
StreamFab vs. Other Ways to Save Amazon Content
StreamFab is not the only option people explore when trying to keep Amazon Prime Video titles. Here is how it compares to the two most common alternatives.
|
Method |
StreamFab Amazon Downloader 🏅 |
Amazon App Download |
Screen Recorder (e.g., OBS) |
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Max resolution |
1080p |
HD (device-dependent) |
Capped by monitor resolution (usually 1080p) |
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File format |
MP4 / MKV (universal) |
Proprietary — locked to Amazon app |
MP4 / MKV (but lower quality) |
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Plays outside the app |
✅ Yes — any media player |
❌ No — Amazon app only, expires |
✅ Yes |
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Subtitle handling |
All available tracks, SRT export |
Embedded, limited language selection |
Burned-in only (baked into video) |
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Audio quality |
EAC3 5.1 surround (when available) |
Up to Dolby Atmos on compatible devices |
Stereo only (desktop audio capture) |
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Batch / season download |
✅ Yes |
✅ Yes (within app) |
❌ Manual per episode |
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Permanent file |
✅ Kept after subscription ends |
❌ Deleted when subscription lapses |
✅ Kept |
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Video quality vs. source |
High (direct stream intercept) |
High (official encoding) |
Lower (re-encoding + frame capture) |
If you use StreamFab for services beyond Amazon, the multi-platform download capability is worth factoring in — for example, users who also want to save Netflix content can read our StreamFab Netflix Downloader review to compare behavior across platforms.
Pricing and Free Trial
StreamFab operates on a per-module or bundle subscription model. The Amazon Downloader is available as a standalone module or as part of the All-In-One (AIO) bundle.
Prices listed here reflect the rates at time of writing (June 2026) and are subject to change. Check the official StreamFab purchase page for current pricing and any active promotions.
Before purchasing, StreamFab offers a free trial that allows you to test the Amazon Downloader with a limited number of downloads per module — enough to verify it works on the specific titles you care about. See the StreamFab free trial guide for details on what the trial includes and how to activate it.
Most users who download from more than one streaming service find the All-In-One bundle significantly more cost-effective than buying individual modules. The AIO bundles all platform-specific downloader modules (Amazon, Netflix, Disney+, and more) under a single license.
Known Issues and Troubleshooting
No download tool works perfectly 100% of the time. Here are the most common issues users encounter with the Amazon Downloader module and what to do about each.
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Title shows 1080p in Amazon UI but downloads at 720p |
Some titles on Amazon's standard plan are capped at 720p for standard subscribers. Check the title's quality tier in the Amazon app directly. StreamFab records at the highest stream your subscription grants. |
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Subtitles missing in the output file |
At the download dialog, confirm you selected a subtitle track before clicking Download Now. If the track was selected and is still missing, switch the subtitle format from "embedded" to "SRT" in settings. |
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Download stalls mid-way |
Usually a network interruption. StreamFab can resume interrupted downloads — check the queue, right-click the stalled item, and select Resume. |
For deeper analysis issues where the tool cannot identify the stream at all, see our guide to StreamFab analysis failures and fixes. If the problem is broader (the app itself not launching or crashing), the StreamFab not working troubleshooting guide covers system-level fixes.
FAQs
Yes. StreamFab is developed by DVDFab Software, a company that has been publishing media software since 2003. The installer is signed with a valid code-signing certificate. There are no bundled third-party programs. You can verify the digital signature in Windows by right-clicking the .exe → Properties → Digital Signatures before running. Independent reviews and the company's Trustpilot profile (rated 4.5/5 based on 654 reviews as of early 2026) reflect a legitimate product, not malware.
No. Files saved by StreamFab are standard MP4/MKV files stored locally on your computer. They are not tied to your Amazon account or StreamFab's servers. Canceling your Amazon subscription does not affect files you have already recorded. You can keep and play them indefinitely.
StreamFab records content that plays in the Amazon Prime Video web player — this includes titles included with your Prime membership as well as add-on channel content (such as Paramount+, Starz, or MGM+ add-ons accessed through Amazon). As long as you have an active subscription to the add-on and can play the title in the browser, StreamFab can typically save it.
Conclusion
StreamFab Amazon Downloader does what it claims: it saves Amazon Prime Video titles as permanent, universally playable MP4 files at up to 1080p with EAC3 5.1 audio. The workflow is straightforward — log in, browse, click download, and the file is waiting in your Videos folder when it's done.
The limitations to keep in mind are the 1080p ceiling, and the occasional title that fails due to recent released DRM handling. For the majority of Prime Video content in the standard 1080p tier, it works reliably in testing.
StreamFab Amazon Downloader is one module within the broader StreamFab platform. For a full overview of StreamFab's capabilities across all supported streaming services, read the complete StreamFab review.
If you want to try it before buying, the free trial covers 3 full downloads at no cost — enough to confirm it works for your specific titles and setup.
