Teleflora vs 1-800-Flowers (2026): Which Is Better?
Last updated: September 26, 2026
Quick answer: Choose Teleflora if you want every order made and hand-delivered by a local florist: it says its flowers are "100% hand-arranged, 100% hand-delivered." Choose 1-800-Flowers if you need more time to order same-day (3 p.m. on weekdays against Teleflora's 2 p.m.) or want to add food and gifts. Customer reviews are weak for both on Trustpilot (1.7 for Teleflora, 1.9 for 1-800-Flowers), and both hold an A+ from the Better Business Bureau.
Fast facts
- Teleflora: a network of over 10,000 local florists; every order hand-delivered.
- 1-800-Flowers: local florist delivery or carrier shipping, depending on the product.
- Same-day cutoffs, recipient's time zone: Teleflora 2 p.m. weekdays and 12 p.m. weekends ($2.99 extra). 1-800-Flowers 3 p.m. weekdays, 2 p.m. Saturday, 12 p.m. Sunday.
- 1-800-Flowers florist service charge: $16.99 to $21.99 by order size. Teleflora shows its delivery fee at checkout.
- All figures checked on each company's own website on September 26, 2026.
Teleflora and 1-800-Flowers both send flowers through local florists, but they work differently. This comparison uses each company's published cutoffs, fees and delivery methods, plus their current Trustpilot and Better Business Bureau profiles.
Teleflora vs 1-800-Flowers at a glance
| Teleflora | 1-800-Flowers | |
|---|---|---|
| How it's delivered | Always by a local florist | Local florist, or FedEx, UPS or USPS |
| Florist network | Over 10,000 local florists | Local shops across the US and Canada |
| Delivery fee | Shown at checkout | $16.99 to $21.99 by order size |
| Same-day cutoff | 2 p.m. Mon to Fri, 12 p.m. Sat and Sun | 3 p.m. Mon to Fri, 2 p.m. Sat, 12 p.m. Sun |
| Same-day cost | $2.99 extra | Surcharges may apply |
| Sunday delivery | If a local shop is open that Sunday | Yes, order by 12 p.m. |
| Trustpilot | 1.7 of 5 (11,717 reviews) | 1.9 of 5 (34,214 reviews) |
| BBB | A+, accredited since 2018; 230 complaints closed in 3 years | A+, accredited since 1998; 776 complaints closed in 3 years |
| Owner | The Wonderful Company | 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLWS) |
Checked September 26, 2026.
Which is better, Teleflora or 1-800-Flowers?
It depends on what matters most for the order. Teleflora is the better pick when you want a florist-made arrangement delivered by hand, because that is how every Teleflora order is fulfilled. 1-800-Flowers is the better pick for late orders and Sundays, and when you want to add chocolates, food or a keepsake from its family of brands. Neither has strong customer reviews on Trustpilot, so for an important occasion order early and keep your order confirmation.
Which is cheaper?
1-800-Flowers publishes its florist service charge: $16.99 on orders up to $59.98, $18.99 up to $99.98, $19.99 up to $149.98 and $21.99 above that, with possible surcharges for same-day, weekend and holiday delivery. Teleflora does not list its delivery fee on product pages; it appears at checkout, and same-day delivery adds $2.99. Teleflora's rose and mixed bouquets are listed from about $45 to $105 before the fee. Compare the checkout total for the same delivery date.
Which delivers same-day later?
1-800-Flowers. Its cutoff is 3 p.m. Monday to Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday and 12 p.m. Sunday in the recipient's time zone. Teleflora's is 2 p.m. Monday to Friday and 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Teleflora delivers on Sunday only where a local shop is open.
Do both use local florists?
Teleflora uses local florists for every order and describes its flowers as "100% hand-arranged, 100% hand-delivered." 1-800-Flowers uses local shops for florist-designed products and ships others in a gift box; you can filter its catalog by "Local Shop Delivery" or "Shipped in a Gift Box."
Where The Flowers Directory fits (our own service)
We publish this page and we also sell flowers, so weigh this accordingly. The Flowers Directory charges a flat $19.99 delivery fee on every order, has every arrangement hand-delivered by a local florist, and delivers same-day when you order by 1:00 PM in the recipient's time zone, Monday to Saturday. We do not deliver on Sundays. How we research.
Sources
- Teleflora FAQ and The Teleflora Difference
- 1-800-Flowers local florist delivery details and service charges and customer service FAQ
- Teleflora on Trustpilot and 1-800-Flowers on Trustpilot
- 1-800-Flowers BBB profile
See also: FTD vs 1-800-Flowers, FTD vs Teleflora, all three compared.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Teleflora or 1-800-Flowers better?
Teleflora is better if you want every order hand-delivered by a local florist. 1-800-Flowers is better for later same-day cutoffs, Sunday orders and adding gifts. Both have low Trustpilot scores (1.7 and 1.9) and an A+ from the BBB.
Does Teleflora charge for same-day delivery?
Yes. Teleflora adds $2.99 for same-day delivery when you order by 2 p.m. Monday to Friday or 12 p.m. on weekends, in the recipient's time zone.
Does 1-800-Flowers use local florists?
For florist-designed products, yes. Other products ship in a gift box by FedEx, UPS or USPS. The catalog lets you filter by "Local Shop Delivery."
From our own shop (The Flowers Directory)
Our pick: Citrus Kissed, $79.95 plus $19.99 delivery. Roses, carnations and chrysanthemums, hand-delivered by a local florist. One of our two most-ordered arrangements. Order by 1:00 PM local time, Monday to Saturday, for same-day delivery.
Order Citrus Kissed – $79.95
