Amazon Search Operators
Search techniques and URL parameters to find products on Amazon more precisely.
29 operators across 8 categories
Tips & Notes
- Amazon's search doesn't support traditional Boolean operators like Google.
- Most filtering is done through sidebar filters, not search syntax.
- URL parameters can be manually added for advanced filtering.
- Price ranges use URL parameters: &low-price=X&high-price=Y
- Results vary by your location, browsing history, and Prime status.
- Use department selection to narrow results before searching.
Basic Search Syntax
| Operator | Description | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
"exact phrase" | Search for an exact phrase | "wireless bluetooth headphones" | |
word1 word2 | Search for products with all words | laptop stand adjustable | |
-word | Exclude products with a word (limited support) | phone case -wallet | |
brand + product | Search specific brand products | Sony headphones |
URL Price Parameters
| Operator | Description | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
&low-price=X | Set minimum price filter | &low-price=50 | |
&high-price=X | Set maximum price filter | &high-price=100 | |
&low-price=X&high-price=Y | Set price range | &low-price=25&high-price=75 |
URL Sort Parameters
| Operator | Description | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
&s=price-asc-rank | Sort by price: low to high | &s=price-asc-rank | |
&s=price-desc-rank | Sort by price: high to low | &s=price-desc-rank | |
&s=review-rank | Sort by average customer review | &s=review-rank | |
&s=date-desc-rank | Sort by newest arrivals | &s=date-desc-rank | |
&s=exact-aware-popularity-rank | Sort by bestselling (default) | &s=exact-aware-popularity-rank |
URL Filter Parameters
| Operator | Description | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
&rh=p_85: | Filter by Prime eligibility | &rh=p_85:2470955011 | |
&rh=p_72: | Filter by average customer review | &rh=p_72:2661618011 | |
&rh=p_76: | Filter for deals/discounts | &rh=p_76:2661625011 | |
&rh=p_n_free_shipping_eligible: | Filter for free shipping | &rh=p_n_free_shipping_eligible:1 |
Department Prefixes
| Operator | Description | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
Search in Electronics | Narrow to electronics department | Select "Electronics" then search: usb hub | |
Search in Books | Search for books specifically | Select "Books" then search: python programming | |
Search in Clothing | Search clothing department | Select "Clothing" then search: winter jacket |
Special Search Terms
| Operator | Description | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
Amazon basics | Find Amazon-branded products | amazon basics batteries | |
Subscribe & Save | Find subscription-eligible products | subscribe save coffee | |
renewed | Find Amazon Renewed (refurbished) products | iphone renewed | |
warehouse deals | Find Amazon Warehouse products | laptop warehouse deals | |
ASIN | Search by Amazon Standard ID Number | B08N5WRWNW |
Review-Based Patterns
| Operator | Description | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
best + category | Find top-rated in category (marketing term) | best wireless earbuds | |
top rated + product | Another pattern for quality products | top rated coffee maker | |
#1 best seller | Products with bestseller badge | #1 best seller keyboard |
ASIN Direct Access
| Operator | Description | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
/dp/ASIN | Go directly to a product page by ASIN | amazon.com/dp/B08N5WRWNW | |
/gp/product/ASIN | Alternative product URL format | amazon.com/gp/product/B08N5WRWNW |