Amazon has revealed that delivery speeds are increasing, with new 1-hour and 3-hour delivery choices being introduced in thousands of cities throughout the US. Here are the specifics.
### Amazon Introduces Quicker Delivery Options for Consumers, but with Extra Charges
Amazon achieved its status as the leading retailer by offering rapid, convenient shipping to consumers. Today, the company has unveiled even quicker delivery options.
New 1-hour and 3-hour delivery choices are set to launch for more than 90,000 products on Amazon across the US.
Amazon states that 1-hour delivery is currently available in “hundreds of cities and towns across the U.S.,” while 3-hour delivery can be found in “over 2,000 cities and towns.” The intention is to widen the availability of these expedited delivery options to additional regions in the coming months.
You can check if your location qualifies for 1-hour or 3-hour delivery by visiting [amazon.com/getitfast](https://amzn.to/4cNCVN9).
If you are situated in a qualifying area, these delivery methods come with additional charges:
– $9.99 for 1-hour delivery for Prime members, and $19.99 for non-members
– $4.99 for 3-hour delivery for Prime members, and $14.99 for non-members
According to Amazon’s press announcement:
> Customers will notice products that qualify for 1-hour and 3-hour delivery throughout their standard Same-Day shopping experience via new indicators next to the product names. To enhance customer browsing of this selection, we’ve also introduced “in 1 hour” or “in 3 hours” search filters and a dedicated [storefront](http://www.amazon.com/getitfast) shopping page in regions where these options exist.
Given Amazon’s past, it is probable that the company will eventually aim to lower these charges and establish even quicker delivery as the standard. Alternatively, it could increase Prime membership fees and make 1-hour and 3-hour options more attainable through a ‘Prime Ultra’ tier.
Would you consider paying $4.99 or $9.99 for expedited Amazon delivery? Share your thoughts in the comments.