FedEx SmartPost® is a cost-effective U.S. residential shipping option for low-weight, high volume shipments, utilizing the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) for final delivery. FedEx SmartPost reaches every U.S. address and is ideal for less time-sensitive shipments.
What is the difference between FedEx and FedEx SmartPost?
With FedEx Home Delivery, FedEx controls the package the entire route, from pick-up to front-door. SmartPost is a last mile final delivery partnership between FedEx and the United States Postal Service (USPS).
How long does it take for FedEx SmartPost to deliver?
Typically, delivery takes 2 to 7 business days, depending on the distance from your shipment’s origin to its destination (with longer times outside the contiguous 48 states). Learn more about delivery times and other service details. What is FedEx SmartPost?
How do I use FedEx smart post?
Select SmartPost from the drop-down menu. The SmartPost Shipped List screen displays. A FedEx SmartPost Labels option is available on the Label/Report Type list on the Form Settings screen when FedEx SmartPost has been enabled on your system.
Does FedEx SmartPost have tracking?
Tracking abilities are unchanged: When using SmartPost, you don’t lose the ability to track packages. FedEx still provides a single tracking number, and you can use that number to monitor the package’s progress throughout its journey.
Is FedEx SmartPost delivery date accurate?
They are only as accurate as the driver is. If you can’t be around, you can always call FedEx and tell them to hold it for you at the distribution facility, then pick it up yourself after 5. That’s what I did for my wife’s iBook. It beat taking the day off to try and out-guess the delivery truck.
How does FedEx SmartPost work on Mercari?
Go to the Shipping section of your listing, click on the current shipping option, and enter the shipping weight. This number should include the weight of your item and packaging. If your listing qualifies for SmartPost, you’ll see the option on the listing page.
Is FedEx SmartPost reliable?
Based on our experience and data, while transit times are longer than Ground and Home Delivery, the reliability of SmartPost is quite good, meaning it consistently reaches its destination in the timeframe specified by FedEx.
Why does FedEx SmartPost have USPS tracking?
SmartPost typically utilizes USPS service for the last leg of deliveries — but not always. In some cases, when FedEx is already near a package’s destination and the delivery would be easy and efficient, FedEx drivers deliver parcels themselves.
Is FedEx SmartPost cheaper than USPS?
As a general rule, SmartPost is an effective, economical option for high-volume shipping. This service incurs none of the above charges. USPS handles the residential delivery — FedEx (and you) are off the hook for additional fees.
Do FedEx and USPS work together?
Shipping carriers often collaborate to provide their customers with high-quality and affordable service for the benefit of everyone involved. For example, the USPS and FedEx have a partnership agreement and provide hybrid shipping services, such as FedEx SmartPost and USPS Global Express Guaranteed (GXG).
Can I put FedEx SmartPost in my mailbox?
Fast, convenient and secure no-contact shipping
No problem. All drop boxes are designed to accept packages up to 20″x 12″ x 6″. Find more package dropoff information here. Drop boxes fit your schedule with 24/7 drop off for FedEx Express®, FedEx Ground® and FedEx SmartPost® shipments.
How much is FedEx smart post?
FedEx SmartPost vs Home Delivery Comparison
So let’s take a look at two different customers sending a Home Delivery and SmartPost package with the same weight and zone. The published rates for all 4 packages are the same, the base rate is $12.05. The best part of SmartPost is the lack of a residential surcharge fee.
