Part of the mindset is that any Prime returns are dramatically easier than independent merchants, particularly new/relatively new sellers. If it's a trivial pu

Part of the mindset is that any Prime returns are dramatically easier than independent merchants, particularly new/relatively new sellers. If it's a trivial purchase, fine, but if I'm spending $100+, for me, it's usually worth a couple extra bucks knowing there will be zero friction if something's not right. Also, in my experience w/ electronics and physical books, the vast majority of independents take a day or two longer to ship than Amazon (both "regular" or as a fulfiller).