Amazon is pushing delivery speed even further in 2026 with new 1-hour and 3-hour delivery options. Customers can now order from a selection of 90,000+ products and receive them in just a few hours. The assortment focuses on items typically found in local supercenters, including household essentials, health and beauty products, over-the-counter medications, and more.
What’s available
- 1-hour delivery: available in hundreds of U.S. cities
- 3-hour delivery: available in 2,000+ cities and towns
- Available 7 days a week
- Customers can check availability at amazon.com/getitfast
The selection also includes categories like electronics, toys, clothing, and home goods, not just essentials.
Pricing
- Prime members:
- $9.99 for 1-hour delivery
- $4.99 for 3-hour delivery
- Non-Prime customers:
- $19.99 for 1-hour delivery
- $14.99 for 3-hour delivery
Standard Same-Day delivery remains free for Prime on qualifying orders.
How it works
Products eligible for faster delivery are clearly marked in the Amazon app and website. Customers can also filter search results by “in 1 hour” or “in 3 hours,” and browse a dedicated storefront.
Behind the scenes, Amazon is using its existing Same-Day fulfillment network. These facilities handle the full process in one place, from picking and packing to final delivery. Combined with AI-based inventory placement, this allows Amazon to speed up delivery without building entirely new infrastructure.
Why it matters
Amazon continues to move toward instant fulfillment. Faster delivery increases conversion rates, especially for everyday items and urgent purchases.
This also raises the bar for sellers and logistics providers. Customers now expect near-instant delivery not just for groceries, but for a wide range of products.
Amazon is also testing even faster options like Amazon Now, targeting deliveries in around 30 minutes in select areas.
