Research brief

Which of the following taglines is more effective at driving trial intent for a grocery delivery service: 'Free delivery on your first order' or 'Groceries at your door in 30 minutes'?

Based on a survey of 50 U.S. consumers generated from demographic-based AI respondents.Sep 15, 2026, 3:16 PMPublic research report

Target audience

US adults aged 18 and older

Age 18-Any

Sample size 50

Completed / Failed 50 / 0

Which of these taglines makes you more likely to try a new grocery delivery service?

Free delivery on your first order

54.0%

n=27

Respondents for this option · Drivers

The immediate cost savings

The reliability of the service promise

The overall simplicity of the offer

The convenience of rapid delivery

Groceries at your door in 30 minutes

44.0%

n=22

Respondents for this option · Drivers

The convenience of rapid delivery

The reliability of the service promise

The immediate cost savings

Neither of these options appeals to me

2.0%

n=1

Respondents for this option · Drivers

The reliability of the service promise

Free delivery on your first order audience

The 'Free delivery on your first order' tagline resonates most strongly with married adults aged 45-54 earning under $50k.

27 / 50 respondents54%

This segment is significantly more likely to be married and have some college education compared to the general population.

Price sensitivity appears to be a key driver, as nearly half of this group earns less than $50,000 annually.

Key differences

Potential risks

What are they worried about?

Concerns about product quality and accuracy

My main concern is that the quality or freshness of the produce might be inconsistent compared to what I would pick out myself in the store.

Concerns about delivery reliability and scheduling

My primary concern is that the service might fail to meet its delivery window, as unreliable timing disrupts my schedule and undermines the efficiency I expect from a premium service.

Concerns about hidden costs and pricing transparency

My main concern is that hidden fees or inconsistent pricing will undermine the service's value and make it an inefficient use of my time compared to shopping for myself.

Concerns about data security and technical issues

My primary concern is the potential for data breaches or unauthorized access to my sensitive personal and financial information stored within the delivery platform.

Sampling data

Review the respondent-level sample records