I always use UPS because as long as I follow their packing guidelines, they don’t hassle me on insurance claims and I rarely have them in the first place. Never a broken piece and one misplaced package during the winter storms last year. I used to sell antique glass exclusively—usps broke way too many pieces even double boxed and packed professionally and then they’d not pay out without a big fight unless they’d knowingly lost the package or marked it as damaged themselves. All my packages are now 5lbs or more and ups is cheaper on heavier items than the post. USPS quality can be kind of regional I’ve found, some areas are better and I’m way in the boondocks. FedEx will upcharge you ridiculously if you’re off on dimensional/weight at all— even if you’re under what you put in. So I avoid them. Also compare pirate ship and shipping to eBay on UPS labels. They’re sometimes a bit cheaper. Answer from According-Shirt3955 on reddit.com
USPS
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Ground Advantage | USPS
USPS Ground Advantage™ service is an affordable and reliable way to send packages inside the U.S. expected in 2–5 days for items up to 70 lbs. Tracking and $100 insurance are included.
Veeqo
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Comparing UPS Ground vs USPS Ground Advantage
Similar to UPS Ground, USPS Ground Advantage ships to all 50 states, and also ships to U.S.
What do you think of the new “USPS Ground Advantage”?
I like that it has insurance and return postage. That will alleviate a lot of issues with postage dues. I think it's easier to understand, too. Do you want your package to go by air? Then priority. Do you want it to go by truck? Ground. More on reddit.com
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I always use UPS because as long as I follow their packing guidelines, they don’t hassle me on insurance claims and I rarely have them in the first place. Never a broken piece and one misplaced package during the winter storms last year. I used to sell antique glass exclusively—usps broke way too many pieces even double boxed and packed professionally and then they’d not pay out without a big fight unless they’d knowingly lost the package or marked it as damaged themselves. All my packages are now 5lbs or more and ups is cheaper on heavier items than the post. USPS quality can be kind of regional I’ve found, some areas are better and I’m way in the boondocks. FedEx will upcharge you ridiculously if you’re off on dimensional/weight at all— even if you’re under what you put in. So I avoid them. Also compare pirate ship and shipping to eBay on UPS labels. They’re sometimes a bit cheaper. More on reddit.com
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I have been transitioning from a casual seller to a part time? However since last couple of months I had 2 packages lost that were shipped USPS ground advantage, one almost lost but found after spending several hours on the phone with customer service, another two didn’t marked delivered (one of which was caught in hurricane Beryl). I feel like it’s too stressful and time consuming finding packages, filing claims, dealing with customers, issuing refunds. I have not had any luck with getting insurance out of usps, I file claims and they said they are pending, but already sent me surveys on how the cases have been resolved. I didn’t even got the answer on the final decision. Calling customer service takes hours, etc. I tried offering fedex on my more expensive items, but one time I had extra charge of like $20 for shipping a tie on top of initial $13 I paid. I was able to dispute it with ebay as I sell a lot of ties and have the same packaging for them and they all weight the same. USP seems to me the most expensive option. So I was thinking to start offering priority shipping for my $95 - $299 range items. Is it any safer / faster? What service do you recommend for that price range? Thanks 🙏🏻
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Sounds to me like you just have bad usps service in your area. UPS is expensive, so I don't usually use them. They also crush a lot of boxes at my local hub if they are not packed extra well. Maybe you need to package your packages better? My other thought is that depending on the label type you are using, your labels could be falling off! I used to work part-time at UPS on night shift and you wouldn't believe how many people tape regular printer paper labels on with scotch tape or other bad labels that fall off or get ripped easily. If they lose the label they get lost forever. Half sheet avery sticker sheets work OK for inkjet printers, but thermal printer is the way to go and I always make sure the edges are stuck down well.
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I always use UPS because as long as I follow their packing guidelines, they don’t hassle me on insurance claims and I rarely have them in the first place. Never a broken piece and one misplaced package during the winter storms last year. I used to sell antique glass exclusively—usps broke way too many pieces even double boxed and packed professionally and then they’d not pay out without a big fight unless they’d knowingly lost the package or marked it as damaged themselves. All my packages are now 5lbs or more and ups is cheaper on heavier items than the post. USPS quality can be kind of regional I’ve found, some areas are better and I’m way in the boondocks. FedEx will upcharge you ridiculously if you’re off on dimensional/weight at all— even if you’re under what you put in. So I avoid them. Also compare pirate ship and shipping to eBay on UPS labels. They’re sometimes a bit cheaper.
EasyPost Support
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USPS Ground Advantage™ and Ground Advantage Return Service
July 11, 2023 - USPS Ground Advantage is a consolidated and rebranded mail class from a merger of First-Class Package Service (FCPS) Retail and Commercial, Retail Ground (RG), and Parcel Select Ground (PSG).
Pitney Bowes
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What is USPS Ground Advantage: A Guide | Pitney Bowes
January 30, 2026 - The service also includes automatic return to sender and forwarding options at no extra cost. By simplifying its ground network, USPS has made USPS Ground Advantage the go-to choice for reliable, cost-effective domestic delivery.
CGC Comic Book Collectors
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USPS “Ground Advantage” What is the “advantage”? - Comics General - CGC Comic Book Collectors Chat Boards
February 8, 2025 - I asked at the post office and got a blank stare. First Class apparently now goes ground instead of air (slower) and tracking is slower and sketchy. I have received some VERY slow deliveries. I guess the “advantage” goes to the Post Office…
Amazon
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USPS Priority Vs. USPS Ground Advantage
April 23, 2025 - A couple months ago, we 100% switched to Priority because of all the crazy problems we were having shipping ground. Of course it costs more, so I wanted to see if anyone had been shipping ground lately, and it's gotten any better. I've also heard some say that both ground and priority packages ...
EBay
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Shipping/Delivery time USPS Ground Advantage vs USPS Ground Saver vs FedEx Ground Economy | Shipping | eBay Community
May 5, 2026 - Just wondering if many of you who have shipped with USPS are now opting for FedEx or USPS and how long they took to arrive. Ground Saver and Ground Economy woul...
USPS
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USPS Ground Advantage®
USPS Ground Advantage, available to retail and commercial customers, is a better fit by combining three existing USPS® services into one comprehensive product. It is a perfect option for shippers of all sizes who want affordable domestic ground shipping to all 50 states, U.S.
Amasty
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What is USPS Ground Advantage? Pricing and Requirements
April 1, 2026 - USPS Ground Advantage is a new shipping service from the United States Postal Service that has replaced USPS Parcel Select Ground, USPS Retail Ground, and First-Class Package Service, combining the strong suits of its 3 predecessors.
DCL Logistics
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What is USPS Ground Advantage and What are the Benefits of this New Service? [+Infographic]
March 7, 2025 - Ground Advantage shipping rates are tiered pricing based on package weight and also zone (distance). Both services include USPS tracking and provide up to $100 of insurance coverage for commercial pricing (retail pricing is less).
USPS
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Mail & Shipping Services | USPS
USPS Ground Advantage® is an affordable and reliable way to send packages up to 70 lbs inside the U.S. Packages up to 15.999 oz are priced by the ounce, rounded up to 4 oz, 8 oz, 12 oz, and 15.999 oz.
Reddit
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r/USPS on Reddit: What do you think of the new “USPS Ground Advantage”?
June 24, 2023 - Based on further review and assessment of customer needs and operational feasibility, when the new USPS Ground Advantage product is implemented on July 9, 2023, the Postal Service now intends to retain, for parcels that: (1) weigh 1 pound and above, and (2) originate from or destinate to offshore locations, the service standards currently assigned to RG and PSG parcels originating from or destinating to offshore locations.
DCL Logistics
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Comparing USPS Ground Advantage to Other Small Parcel Ground Shipping Services
August 8, 2025 - USPS Ground Advantage is a much newer shipping service. It allows shippers to send packages that are between 1 oz. and 70 lbs. with an estimated transit time of 2-5 days. The Postal Service removed three services (USPS Retail Ground, Parcel ...
EBay
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Priority mail vs USPS ground advantage | Shipping
November 18, 2023 - Discussions · Categories · Priority mail vs USPS ground advantage | Shipping | eBay Community
ShipBob
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Everything You Need to Know About USPS Ground Advantage
October 2, 2025 - To form USPS Ground Advantage, the Postal Service consolidated two of its previous shipping services, First Class Package and Retail Ground (named Parcel Select Ground when purchasing postage through online shipping software services), to create an affordable “catch-all” option for packages less than 15.99 ounces that previously would have traveled via First Class Package, as well as packages up to 70 lbs that would have otherwise traveled via Retail Ground.
Ordoro
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USPS Ground Advantage Vs Priority Mail
It is slower than Priority Mail, as delivery can take 2-5 business days. However, it provides a cost-effective way to ship larger and heavier packages. USPS Ground Advantage is a shipping service designed for those who prioritize cost over speed.
Steve Hoffman Music Forums
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USPS Ground Advantage vs First Class | Steve Hoffman Music Forums
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USPS Ground Advantage is horrible - FM Forums
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Easyship
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USPS Ground Advantage: Rates, Delivery Time, Weight Limits & Ecommerce Benefits | Easyship
March 5, 2026 - Ground Advantage is great for shipping HAZMAT packages (along with regular packaged), offering delivery within 2-5 business days across the U.S. It saves money compared to faster services like USPS Priority Mail, which makes it perfect for online ...