The 9 Best Flower Delivery Services of 2020

Best Overall: 1-800-Flowers

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For a wide selection of both same-day and shipped floral arrangements, look to the quality assortment from 1-800-Flowers.

One of the leaders in flower delivery services, 1-800-Flowers used to be a floral phone order giant, but their website is extremely user-friendly and makes it easy to navigate the many categories of products available. Search by keyword or peruse their selections by the occasion. There’s a special ‘Same-Day Delivery’ section that makes it easy to see at a glance what you can order for those urgent moments when you need to deliver a gift now.

In addition to flowers, you’ll find the usual accompaniments like chocolates, balloons, or teddy bears. But the company also offers an abundance of other gift options including keepsake gifts, food baskets, and more. We like the idea of being able to send flowers that are beautiful upon receipt along with a gift that can last long after the last bloom has faded.

Runner-Up, Best Overall: Floom

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For another great option to consider, check out the online delivery service Floom. Their approach to flowers is much more personal than your average delivery service—each order is professionally arranged, wrapped, and delivered by hand. And their network of local florists is just as impressive as the bouquets! They only use independent florists that create unique (never generic) bouquets based on their creative instincts and seasonality.

According to customers, the bouquets look amazing in person and stayed fresh for a long time. Many of the bouquets have a higher price-point, but customers agree that the elegant arrangements are well worth the extra money. Floom offers special arrangements based on occasion (Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, etc) and a same-day delivery option for the late-birds out there. Right now they only deliver to New York and Los Angeles, but they are growing rapidly.

Best Budget: From You Flowers

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If you want to send a beautiful bouquet but don’t want to spend a small fortune, check out the selection of affordable arrangements at From You Flowers.

This budget flower delivery service specializes in bouquets under $50, with many deluxe options for around $30. Some of the arrangements are available for same-day delivery from a local florist, though these bouquets have been met with mixed reviews from recipients. The most common complaints are small bouquet sizes or differing florals from the website depiction, but the company explains that regular bouquets will be smaller or appear different than sample photos. Opt for the deluxe or premium bouquets to get a fuller looking arrangement.

While From You Flowers may not offer the most premium bouquets in comparison to some other flower delivery services, they’re a worthwhile consideration if you’re on a budget but want to send flowers to mark a special occasion or for a special someone. We’d recommend springing for the Deluxe or Premium options to make sure they hit the mark—and they’ll still save you a bundle in comparison to many of the other flower delivery services on the market.

Best Same Day: Teleflora

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Need flowers in a hurry? It’s hard to beat the prompt service and expansive variety of Teleflora. One of the leaders in flower arrangements on demand, Teleflora’s claim to fame is that their beautiful floral gifts are always hand-arranged and hand-delivered. Using a vast network of florists, Teleflora sends your order to a nearby floral shop for fulfillment and same-day delivery. This saves your floral arrangement from spending a day or two onboard a shipping services truck where it may be exposed to the elements and a lot of jostling.

While Teleflora’s selection and service model make it an ideal choice for same-day floral delivery, it should be noted that the final outcome of the arrangement depends on the quality and availability of blooms from the contracted florist. A few people have been disappointed to have their order canceled or substituted because the local flower shop didn’t have the blooms necessary for the arrangement. Or an arrangement occasionally misses the mark when compared to the online version advertised by Teleflora.

This seems to be an inherent weakness with locally fulfilled flower delivery services and isn’t a problem unique to Teleflora. For the convenience of same-day flower delivery, you may have to be adaptable when it comes to the final arrangement and be prepared to possibly accept some variations from the advertised arrangements. If the most important thing is to have flowers delivered on the double, then check out Teleflora for its prompt fulfillment and vast selection.

Best Boxed Delivery: ProFlowers

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Looking to do a little of your own flower arranging and want to save a few bucks on quality blooms? ProFlowers ranks high for quality blooms at a reasonable price point.

The tradeoff is that these flowers typically arrive in well-secured packaging— requiring a little work to free the blossoms from their cardboard encasement. However, people that have used ProFlowers find the quality of the florals to be excellent and the price point to be competitive.

The company also offers to include a vase for an upcharge if you’re looking for a more ready-made floral gift option. Typically, there are several styles and colors of vases to choose from. We like that you can choose from more than just a generic clear glass vase to show off your floral arrangement. Some are seasonal in nature while others feature different colors and finishes to fit your (or the recipient’s) style and décor.

Best Subscription: Bouqs

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For a subscription flower delivery service, check out the eco-friendly blooms from Bouqs. This flower delivery service has gained attention for its simple business model and field-to-vase delivery model that eliminates waste and simplifies the supply chain. While the company offers standard delivery of flower arrangements, we’re most impressed by its subscription service.

Bouqs only cuts flowers to order and often includes information about the farm where your blooms where grown. They offer three categories of bouquet types—Farmer’s Market, The Classics, and Roses. Prices vary based on the size (but not the type) of bouquet chosen and range from $36 to $60 per bunch. Delivery schedules are available with varying frequencies. You can opt for fresh cut flowers to show up on your recipient’s door on a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, or every 4-month schedule. 

A week before the next order ships, an email preview of the upcoming order is sent. Do nothing and the next fresh cut bouquet arrives on your doorstep. Or you can choose to skip the upcoming order if you’ll be away. Note that if you want to change the specifics of your flower subscription (like if you want to upgrade or change the category of your bouquet) you’ll have to cancel the subscription and start a new one.

Bouqs stands out for its variety of subscription types, reasonable prices, and friendly customer service. While some people have been disappointed by the redundancy in varieties received, the company seems to respond promptly and proactively to ensure that subscribers are happy with their flower deliveries.

Best Long Lasting: Venus Et Fleur

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For the longest lasting flower arrangements, it’s nearly impossible to beat the roses from Venus Et Fleur—but you’ll have to get past the sticker shock. The company’s claim to fame is a stunning display of real Ecuadorian roses arranged in a keepsake box that will last for up to a year. Larger boxes cost $300 to $400 for 16 to 42 roses, and mini boxes range in price depending on the number of included roses.

A favorite of supermodels and socialites, an arrangement from Venus et Fleur is sure to last the longest of any flower bunch on our list. The company’s Eternity Roses are treated with a special process that preserves them for months, then they’re dyed and packed into a keepsake box of your choosing. You can’t rearrange them or remove them from the box—the proprietary solution inside is what keeps them looking vibrant and beautiful for months on end.

According to the luxury flower delivery service, the scent of the roses will last for two to three weeks. However, happy recipients of a Venus Et Fleur box report enjoying the sweet scent for up to a month. Remember that these are still real roses, so they will deteriorate over time. You can expect to see gradual wilting and color loss over time. Most people have at least 6 to 8 months of vibrancy from their bouquets and some people enjoy them for a full year.

While the arrangements are pricey, many fans of Venus Et Fleur are quick to point out that a bouquet of regular roses from a flower delivery company can easily cost $100 or more—and it only lasts a fraction of the time that you’ll enjoy these Eternity Roses. 

Best on Amazon: Benchmark Bouquets 2 Dozen Rainbow Roses

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You can find nearly anything on Amazon, including flowers delivered to your doorstep. Benchmark Bouquets is one of the more well-rated flower retailers available through the Internet giant that also offers super speedy Prime shipping on eligible orders. The company offers a variety of flowers to choose from but one of the most popular options is the bouquet of two dozen rainbow roses.

People are generally happy with the color selection and variety included with each order. Unlike mixed bouquets which get mixed reviews due to inconsistencies in the floral selection, the roses are a safe bet and look beautiful with their multi-colored blooms.

The shipping and transit conditions that the flowers are subjected to may not be as ideal as flowers that are delivered from a local florist same-day, but the value and convenience make these a go-to choice for many people that are already avid Amazon shoppers.