Originally Posted by jaciqltznok
yes, most people just ASSUME that flat rate means cheaper...it most certainly does NOT....it usually means Rip-off!
Take media and first class...most people will ship Cd's, Dvd's and books media thinking it is the best rate....it is not. Not only will take it longer, but if it less than 13oz it can usually ship first class cheaper and gets there quicker!
actually the cutoff is about 7 ounces ($2.24 for FC) - 8 ounces and up is cheaper Media Mail if it qualifies.($2.38 for first pound).