The best flower delivery services of 2024, tested by AOL

We tried: Fall Devotion Bouquet | Price range: $30–$200 | Delivery method: Local florist or boxed | Same-day delivery: Yes | Subscriptions: Yes

After testing eight different flower delivery services, we thought that 1-800 Flowers offered the best all-around experience — and some of the most beautiful flowers! The well-known brand has hundreds of arrangements to choose from, sorted into categories like birthday, holiday, and sympathy, and it has an impressive variety of options for same-day delivery, which are hand-delivered by the company’s network of local florists.

The 1-800 Flowers website is extremely detailed and easy to navigate. It prompts you to put in the delivery zip code and will only show arrangements available in that location, and each product description tells you exactly what flowers are in the bouquet and how they’re arranged. Most arrangements are available in multiple sizes, and when you select a delivery date, the brand is transparent about any extra fees — for instance, weekend delivery often has a small surcharge. The website also makes it easy to add extras to your delivery, in case you want to include some chocolates, a balloon, or another treat for your recipient.

To test 1-800 Flowers, we ordered the Fall Devotion Bouquet, which was arranged and delivered by local florists, and it was easily one of the most beautiful arrangements of all the options we tested. We had the arrangement delivered to two locations in different parts of the country, and both bouquets were artfully arranged and filled with fresh, vibrant blooms. If anything, the in-personal arrangement looked bigger than the product’s online photos! We changed the water in these arrangements every few days, and the flowers stayed fresh for more than a week.

Overall, we were truly impressed by 1-800 Flowers — the website made it easy to order, the prices were reasonable, and the flowers were some of the best we tested. So no matter what occasion you’re shopping for, we think this brand is definitely a top choice for flower delivery.

We tried: Classic Black Box | Price range: $42–$800 | Delivery method: Boxed | Same-day delivery: No | Subscriptions: No

Fresh flowers never last as long as you want them to — even with diligent care, they usually start to wilt within a week or so. If you want to send a long-lasting gift that your recipient can enjoy for months (if not years!), we recommend browsing the collections at The Million Roses. This online flower delivery service sells unique preserved roses that are long-lasting and effortless to maintain, and we were amazed that they look and feel just like fresh flowers — the only difference is that they don’t wilt over time.

As its name suggests, this brand specializes in preserved roses, so you won’t find any other flowers among its offerings. It has a variety of different rose arrangements to choose from, including long-stem flowers and pre-arranged boxes in a range of sizes. You can also choose from many flower colors: There are classics like red and pink, as well as more flashy options like metallic gold or rainbow. Just make sure to plan ahead when shopping, as The Million Roses only offers same-day delivery in the Los Angeles area.

We tested the Classic Black Box with red roses from this brand, and it arrived carefully packed so the flowers were in pristine condition. The presentation of the flowers is lovely and elegant, and it’s a sure way to wow your sweetheart on special occasions. After more than three weeks, the roses are still in perfect condition — no watering needed — and we look forward to enjoying them for months to come. The only downside is that the preserved flowers don’t smell as much as fresh roses, which might be a letdown if you love the scent of fresh florals wafting across your home.

We tried: The Golden Sunflower | Price range: $55–$250 | Delivery method: Boxed | Same-day delivery: Select locations only | Subscriptions: Yes

If you want to send a unique, modern bouquet, we highly recommend browsing the selection at Urban Stems. This brand is based in New York City, and while its selection of arrangements is smaller than other sites, we were impressed by its eye-catching designs, many of which feature lesser-used flower combinations or unconventional color palettes. Plus, its flowers were some of the longest-lasting blooms that we tested, despite the fact that they shipped in a box.

Urban Stems ships its arrangements nationwide, and the flowers arrive neatly packaged in a box. You can get same-day delivery in certain cities, including DC, NYC, Jersey City, LA, Chicago, Atlanta, Miami, and Dallas, but the flowers are still delivered boxed — something to keep in mind if you prefer pre-arranged blooms. Most arrangements are available in multiple sizes, and when you check out from the website, you have the option to add on a vase, though it does cost extra.

We tested out the brand’s The Golden Sunflower bouquet, which has a cheery monochromatic yellow design, and we were truly impressed by the quality and longevity of the flowers. The sunflowers were carefully wrapped to prevent damage during transport, and they were just beginning to open, which ensured they lasted as long as possible. While we did have to put together the arrangement ourselves, it was easy to do, and the bouquet included all the flowers in the product photo, as well as plenty of greenery for a full, lush design. These flowers lasted for well over a week, even without having their water changed, and we were highly impressed with the quality of the blooms, especially considering that they were shipped in a box.

We tried: Olive Tree | Price range: $35–$200 | Delivery method: Boxed | Same-day delivery: No | Subscriptions: Yes

Not a fan of flowers? You can send live houseplants instead with the help of The Sill. This popular plant delivery service has a wide variety of plants — from low-maintenance options like snake plants to rare variegated monsteras — that they’ll ship all over the country. It makes for a unique birthday or housewarming gift, especially for plant-loving friends who live far away.

The Sill makes it easy to find just the right plant for your needs, sorting them into categories like pet-friendly, easy-care, and low light, and if you’re sending a plant as a gift, you can include a cute message pop, too. The brand provides comprehensive care guides for all its plants, and it also offers a 30-day happiness guarantee and will send a replacement if your plant dies. Just keep in mind that The Sill only offers standard shipping, so you will need to plan ahead if you’re sending a plant as a gift.

When we tried out The Sill for ourselves, we ordered an Olive Tree, which comes with both a nursery pot and decorative planter, and it arrived impeccably packaged and in great condition. It took a little effort to get all the packaging off, but overall, we were impressed at how well the brand is able to ship such a large plant. (It’s around 4 feet tall!) Of the two plants we ordered, one did experience a period of “transplant shock” — because it was moved from a warm greenhouse to a cooler climate, it did drop quite a few of its leaves after arrival. However, after a few weeks, it perked back up and began growing again, so you may need to be patient as the plant adjusts to its new home.

We tried: Harvest Season Bouquet | Price range: $30–$175 | Delivery method: Local florist | Same-day delivery: Yes | Subscriptions: No

If you specifically want a pre-arranged bouquet that will be hand-delivered to your recipient’s door, you’ll want to check out Teleflora — it’s the only flower delivery service we tried that solely works with local florists! None of its flowers ship in a box, and the brand offers one of the biggest selection of same-day flower options, allowing you to order as late as 2 p.m. on weekdays or noon on the weekends.

Teleflora’s website isn’t the best, as it has a slightly outdated design and fewer photos, but the brand still has a wide selection of arrangements for every occasion. Most bouquets are available in multiple sizes, and many of their designs feature decorative vases that your recipient will be able to save and reuse. Plus, the brand makes it easy to add on extras like balloons, chocolates, or stuffed animals to your delivery.

When we tested Teleflora, we ordered the Harvest Season Bouquet, and it looked just like the photo, complete with the pitcher-style vase and decorative fall foliage. The arrangement was full and absolutely beautiful, and with a little bit of tending, the blooms lasted for more than a week. We also love that this brand has a lower overall price point than others — many of its “premium” bouquets (the largest size option) are priced under $80.

We tried: Cinnamon Spice | Price range: $49–$270 | Delivery method: Local florist or boxed | Same-day delivery: Select locations only | Subscriptions: Yes

Several of the flower delivery services we tested offer recurring bouquet subscriptions, but of all the brands, Bouqs makes it the easiest to gift a flower subscription to your loved one. The brand offers three-month flower subscriptions in several styles, allowing you to choose from classic bouquets, luxurious collections of roses, or more quirky “farmer’s market” arrangements. There are also three bouquet sizes to choose from, and you can select the first delivery date, in case it’s a gift for a birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion.

Bouqs also offers regular flower delivery, as well as plant delivery, and there are dozens of modern arrangements to choose from, including a variety of fun seasonal designs. The brand does offer same-day delivery in certain cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami, but for the most part, its bouquets will arrive boxed. Most arrangements come in three sizes, and you can also choose from multiple vases to complete the delivery.

We ordered the Cinnamon Spice arrangement from Bouqs, and we loved its fun seasonal design, which included all the same flowers shown in its online photos. The larger chrysanthemums came with protective nets to guard their petals, but a few of the smaller roses had broken stems. Overall, the design was lovely and the flowers were good quality, but we did think that the vase wasn’t well-suited to the arrangement. It had a small opening at the top, which made the flowers all stand straight up, making them look very crowded.

We tried: Belle of the Fall | Price range: $59–$499 | Delivery method: Boxed | Same-day delivery: No | Subscriptions: Yes

Farmgirl is known for its luscious bouquets, which are often shipped in the brand’s signature burlap wraps. They’re based in California, and their contemporary arrangements often feature fan-favorite blooms, including peonies and garden roses, in stylish muted colors. Plus, of all the boxed flower delivery options that we tested, Farmgirl's were the easiest to arrange — the stems all come cut to length and layered nicely in the packaging so you can simply trim them and pop them in a vase. The end result? A professional-quality arrangement with minimal effort.

Farmgirl has a smaller selection of arrangements than other brands, and their overall price point is a bit higher, as well. Still, their bouquets are quite show-stopping, featuring beautiful blooms and lush greenery. The brand doesn’t offer same-day delivery, but you can often get arrangements delivered next-day if you’re willing to pay for expedited shipping. It’s also worth noting that the brand automatically applies “Route Package Protection” to its orders, which protects against damage during transit but adds an extra $5.95 to your purchase. You can remove the protection at checkout, if desired.

When we ordered the Belle of the Fall bouquet from Farmgirl, we had mixed results. When delivered to the West Coast, the flowers were beautiful and fresh, lasting for more than a week with a little bit of care. However, our East Coast delivery wasn’t as nice. Many of the flowers arrived wilted or browning around the edges, and the arrangement also had a large number of substitutions — so much so that it barely looked like the same bouquet. For this reason, we’d recommend this service more highly for locations around California where the flowers don’t have to travel as far.

We tried: Fall Break Bouquet | Price range: $40–$200 | Delivery method: Local florist or boxed | Same-day delivery: Select locations only | Subscriptions: No

Of all the services we tested, FTD had some of the most budget-friendly options. The brand’s website has a whole section of flower arrangements under $60, but the price point was reflective of the quality of the product. We tested the Fall Break Bouquet, and it was the smallest and least impressive arrangement, by far. It arrived in a box and only included 10 stems, and the glass vase was way too large for them, making the bouquet look even more sparse. Plus, the gerbera daisies arrived with brown spots on the petals, which took away from the arrangement’s overall appearance, and the lilies were tightly closed buds, some of which didn’t open as expected.

Overall, we’d recommend skipping this service — Teleflora has some comparably priced arrangements that are much more attractive and will come hand-delivered by a local florist.