sbsahm Posted December 8, 2006 Share Posted December 8, 2006 Normally when I order anything from Amazon I ship it standard and it arrives with 2 buisness days. This is the first time I've used the free supersaver shipping and I ordered yesterday, the expected dlivery is not until the 19th which is after chanukah begins. Does it really take that long?? I know I usually get the stuff the day of or the day before the shipment notification email comes and many times a day before the expected delivery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgemonster Posted December 8, 2006 Share Posted December 8, 2006 I'm kind of surprised at the the time it's taking too. I placed an order on Dec. 2 and it says that it won't ship until the 11th with a delivery date of between the 19th and the 22nd on free super saver shipping. I've ordered alot from Amazon and usually things ship rather quick. I'm thinking that if it doesn't ship on the 11th I might call them to see what's going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyers12345 Posted December 8, 2006 Share Posted December 8, 2006 I had several problems with the super save shipping at the beginning of october. It doesn't make sense to me, as they shipped 3 items the first day, and held the other 25 for 3 weeks. I called to ask why, and I had a .20 cent book that said shipped in 3-5 weeks, and they held everything until it was ready. I had him remove the book, and he said it would all ship the next day. It still took 2 weeks. They offered me a trial of prime, and everything is here NO LATER than 2 days. If you were gonna buy much, I totally recommed it. I have found with the super saver that it doesn't ship before the date it tells you. Now the delivery date is padded with time for the carrier. It is usually here a couple of days after the ship date. Does that make sense? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lennon2004 Posted December 8, 2006 Share Posted December 8, 2006 I ordered a few weeks ago and got my package way sooner than they said, but ordered something else last week and it seems it will take a while. I don't have a problem with that though, I know they're getting swamped because of the holidays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
labgeek Posted December 8, 2006 Share Posted December 8, 2006 A couple of things... If you don't want the order held until all items are ready (some always ship separately depending on supplier) you have that option, but be prepared to pay for it. It's an option at checkout. So the free shipping might not be a great idea if you're in a hurry with lots of smaller items. My experience has been it almost never takes as long as it says when using the free shipping which I use often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa Posted December 8, 2006 Share Posted December 8, 2006 I have always gotten my orders way before the expected delivery date, and I always use the Free Super Saver Shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpg117 Posted December 8, 2006 Share Posted December 8, 2006 I just received one order I placed and it took 2 weeks to receive it and waiting on another and that one will be around the 2 week time also. I haven't ordered much from Amazon and was surprized that shipping is this slow. I quess they want us to sign up for the prime deal but so far I haven't shopped with them enough to make it worthwhile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbsahm Posted December 8, 2006 Author Share Posted December 8, 2006 Thanks this was just one item so it won't be held up waiting for other items. Usually the only thing I buy from Amazon is toys, wait that's about all I buy from anywhere (Well that and kids clothes, major ebay addiction there). So I don't shop there nearly as much now that TRU left. Otherwise I would definetly do Prime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cotejb Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 I ordered something last week using super saver around Friday and I got my stuff today..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewski_827 Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 Here's what I believe happens when you use Super Saver Shipping. I ordered 4 things from amazon recently. It told me it was going to be here in like 2 weeks, just like you all say. 3 of the things mailed in 2 days, because they were via USPS (said it was to give me speedier service). The last thing has yet to mail. However, i think if i ordered on a Wednesday, or Thursday, instead of Sunday, the shipment would have come all in one box, on Monday, or Tuesday. I think this is because they send so much stuff at one time, and on Friday, late, that it saves them money. Coincidently, The last day to use Super Saver Shipping, in order to get your items before Christmas, is the same day they started preparing my last item for shipping, today. I bet they will send it off late today...with everyone else's stuff. Amyers, sounds like you ordered something that wasn't in Amazon's stock, and that's why it was taking forever. You've gotta check that out when you shop there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmcnabb108 Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 Oh my gosh! Now I'm getting nervous about my packages arriving for christmas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBsDarling Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 i ordered today using super saver and i got an estimate ship date of the 19th and delivery of the 22nd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewski_827 Posted December 16, 2006 Share Posted December 16, 2006 Also, I forgot one more thing. If you live like forever away from an Amazon warehouse, it's obviously going to take longer to get your packages since they ship via ground. Fortunately, for me, my item was sent from only about 60 miles away from me. They're always going to give you a date longer then it's actually going to take. There's a fine line between being pissed off that your package is late, and happy that it's early. Like 2 days. They'd rather you be happy that your package is early. I bet if you look KBS, your package was sent out. Let me know as I'm curious! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBsDarling Posted December 16, 2006 Share Posted December 16, 2006 Wow Drew...You are all knowing! :) LOL Items shipped on December 15, 2006:Delivery estimate: December 22, 2006Also mine are coming from Fresno, Ca.....If thats the closest warehouse for Michigan....Yikes LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairydustcrissy Posted December 16, 2006 Share Posted December 16, 2006 I ordered yesterday, and the item was going to be in stock on the 17th, ship on the 19th, and here by the 22nd. I am not holding my breath, and do have a backup, but I will be very impressed if they pull this off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewski_827 Posted December 16, 2006 Share Posted December 16, 2006 hehe...thought so. I guess they send so much stuff at once, they get a discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairydustcrissy Posted December 16, 2006 Share Posted December 16, 2006 Well, I just got a shipping notice for the Dora castle...and it wasnt even supposed to be in stock until tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laffnatu Posted December 17, 2006 Share Posted December 17, 2006 How often is their tracking updated? I've had a Carrier Notified To Pick Up package message for several days now when I click on Track Order. It would make me feel better to see it's sitting at a post office somewhere. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elena_398 Posted December 17, 2006 Share Posted December 17, 2006 Nothing but good things to say so far. Ordered the $14.99 duel coffe cup maker one day and the next day it arrived (free super saving shipping). Just put in another order and everything arrived within 3 days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
civicracinggirl7 Posted December 17, 2006 Share Posted December 17, 2006 I've had some items come within 1-2 days after ordering with the free shipping, and some take up ten days or so. It depends on where the item(s) ship from. I recently ordered an Xbox 360 memory card, and a DVD. The card was here 2 days after ordering, and the DVD just arrived this past Tuesday (the card was here the week before). I'm sure they are also swamped right now due to the holidays, so the time for them to get it shipped out will vary a lot now as well as the delivery time of the carrier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewski_827 Posted December 17, 2006 Share Posted December 17, 2006 How often is their tracking updated? I've had a Carrier Notified To Pick Up package message for several days now when I click on Track Order. It would make me feel better to see it's sitting at a post office somewhere. lolYou can use the tracking number, and track it from UPS/USPS website. However, mine updates on Amazon around the same time. That's strange. Try using the tracking # if there is one, on the shipping company's website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewski_827 Posted December 17, 2006 Share Posted December 17, 2006 I've had some items come within 1-2 days after ordering with the free shipping, and some take up ten days or so. It depends on where the item(s) ship from. I recently ordered an Xbox 360 memory card, and a DVD. The card was here 2 days after ordering, and the DVD just arrived this past Tuesday (the card was here the week before). I'm sure they are also swamped right now due to the holidays, so the time for them to get it shipped out will vary a lot now as well as the delivery time of the carrier.Whatever they can ship USPS will come faster. It's basically like putting something in the mail. If you order something that needs to be shipped UPS, or Fedex, it will take longer because they hold the items to bulk ship. If they have to get the item from another place, like a wholesaler, it will also take longer. I'm not sure the holidays affect them that much. They've got thousands of people packing boxes. Trucks still drive. More if necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-msmama- Posted December 17, 2006 Share Posted December 17, 2006 I've been ordering all last week & getting my items within 5 days, or less Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laffnatu Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 I received one of my items yesterday. Everything has hit Cinn, Ohio, so that makes me feel better. lol. Is the free super saver shipping something that Amazon offers all year long? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alimfp Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 laffnatu - Yes, only on select items and for $25+ but yes. I ordered two items and they were said to be delivered on the 22nd. But I got BOTH packages today. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laffnatu Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 laffnatu - Yes, only on select items and for $25+ but yes. Thanks Ali - I thought it was something that was going to end on the 20th. But I guess I misread the header on Amazon.com. I'm glad to hear that I was wrong though. The free shipping part keeps me coming back for more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amani Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I order 6 items on 12/8 (Fri) and 4 were shipped on 12/10 (Mon) received them on 12/12 but received the other 2 items on 12/14. Again ordered 2 items (toys) on 12/15 and they have yet to fill my order, the estimated date to arrive is 12/22 as of now, they haven't been shipped. I'm about to freak out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBsDarling Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 They said My package would be here by the 22nd. It scanned yesterday about 1.5 hrs away so I think they should make it for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theacendahole Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Both my supersaver shipping packages shipped earlier than the estimated date and I recieved my stuff with plenty of time to spare. Now Im just waiting on books I ordered from individuals from the site. Im sure they used media mail this will be a true test of patience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amani Posted December 22, 2006 Share Posted December 22, 2006 I order 6 items on 12/8 (Fri) and 4 were shipped on 12/10 (Mon) received them on 12/12 but received the other 2 items on 12/14.Again ordered 2 items (toys) on 12/15 and they have yet to fill my order, the estimated date to arrive is 12/22 as of now, they haven't been shipped. I'm about to freak out OK Today they filled my order and they are "in transit" about an hour away! Yeah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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