UPS SurePost and UPS Ground are both shipping services offered by UPS, but they have some differences. Here are the key differences between UPS SurePost and UPS Ground:

UPS SurePost:

• Relies on USPS for the final leg of delivery
• Offers residential Sunday delivery through USPS
• Is a cost-effective shipping solution for non-urgent deliveries
• Is well-suited for businesses that ship individual parcels to residential customers
• Is typically one day slower than UPS Ground

UPS Ground:

• Provides transparency and reliability for shipments with upfront delivery windows and online tracking
• Offers day-definite delivery (typically in one to five business days)
• Guarantees delivery time or you can file for a reimbursement
• Allows for large packages weighing up to 150 lbs. and as long as 108"
• Provides a more secure option for high-cost or luxury products

Choosing between UPS SurePost and UPS Ground often comes down to parcel size, value, and delivery requirements. UPS Ground is slightly faster and allows for much larger maximum package sizes, while UPS SurePost offers residential Sunday delivery through USPS. UPS Ground is an economic domestic shipping option that makes deliveries in 1 to 5 business days, while UPS SurePost is a cost-effective shipping solution for non-urgent deliveries.