On July 9th, 2023, USPS introduced USPS Ground Advantage, which merged Parcel Select Ground, First-Class Package Service, and Retail Ground into one service.
Ground Advantage offers two pricing options—Weight-Based and Cubic—both providing the same features to help you optimize your savings.
USPS’s affordable ground-only service, with a two to five business day delivery.
Ground Advantage ships packages with varying weights from 1 oz to 70 lbs.
Ground Advantage is ideal if you’re looking to save on shipping costs and aren’t on a tight deadline.
Save up to 52%* on Ground Advantage compared to Retail Rates.
Access free end-to-end tracking and $100 of USPS liability insurance with every shipment.
Weight-Based
Cubic
USPS Ground Advantage delivery time is typically the slowest for domestic shipping services, taking two to five business days depending on the destination.
Packages up to 15.999 ounces are priced in 4-ounce increments, while heavier packages are charged by the pound, rounded up. The further the distance, the higher the cost. Additional fees apply to oversized packages. Easily calculate discounted rates anytime at Stamps.com.
USPS Ground Advantage automatically includes $100 of insurance coverage for both outbound and return shipments. You can purchase additional insurance for up to $5,000 in coverage.
Packages can weigh up to 70 lbs, the combined length and girth cannot exceed 130 inches, and it cannot be sent in USPS-branded Priority Mail or Priority Mail Express boxes.
Yes, USPS Ground Advantage includes free USPS Tracking® with every shipment.
First-Class Mail generally delivers 1-5 business days. USPS Ground Advantage, which handles packages, typically delivers in 2-5 business days.
USPS Ground Advantage offers lower rates and slower delivery (2-5 business days), using your own packaging. Priority Mail is faster (1-3 business days), generally more expensive, and accepts free Flat Rate packaging. USPS Ground Advantage is the go-to for shipping hazardous materials that cannot travel by air. Both services include tracking and $100 of insurance.
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