ShipStation vs. PitneyShip: Feature and Pricing Comparison

ByJohnathan Lyman Last updated on

ShipStation and PitneyShip are placed head to head to find out which is better for your needs.

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Are you looking for a new shipping software platform and are trying to decide between ShipStation nd PitneyShip? We’ve gathered all the information about both in one place, including features, pricing, and carrier options.

Let’s take a closer look at these two platforms.

About ShipStation

ShipStation is one of our favorites for e-commerce businesses because it ties into just about every platform and supports every carrier. With heavy discounts for all major carriers and powerful reporting tools, if your business generates more than a handful of shipments per day, ShipStation is one to look at.

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About PitneyShip

Pitney Bowes is the original shipping and mailing company, creating the first postage meter over a hundred years ago. Today, they’re still in the game with PitneyShip, the powerful e-commerce shipping solution that ties into Shopify, Amazon, and eBay. Pair it with the PitneyShip Cube, and you have a tightly connected ecosystem perfect for small and medium businesses selling goods online.

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ShipStation vs. PitneyShip Compared

Pricing

ShipStation

PitneyShip

Free Plan
No
Yes (5% per-label fee)
Monthly Pricing
Paid plans start at 9 per month for 50 shipments.
Paid plans start at 16.99 per month for unlimited shipments.

Features

Carriers Supported
USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, GLS, GlobalPost, CanadaPost, DPD, Sendle, Australia Post, NZPost, and more
USPS, FedEx, UPS
Integrations
Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Squarespace, Magento, Square, Big Cartel, Amazon, eBay, and more
eBay, Shopify, Amazon
Features
  • Powerful shipping platform built for e-commerce businesses.)
  • Integrates with just about every major e-commerce platform and marketplace with over 400 integrations.
  • Supports dozens of carriers from around the world.
  • Custom branding for email notifcations and tracking pages.
  • 60-day free trial for Seller Journal readers.
  • Unlimited shipping for one monthly rate
  • Free plan offers unlimited shipping with a 5% label surcharge
  • Free shipping insurance for free and paid plans through Delivery Assurance
  • Get the best rates for the major carriers
  • UPS and FedEx access only on the paid plan
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Johnathan is a Seattle-based software developer and serial entrepreneur. With a passion for casting lines, coding algorithms, and conquering virtual realms, Johnathan embodies the perfect blend of tech-savvy and outdoor enthusiast. Since 2019, they've been crafting success stories with three thriving small businesses while sharing their journey through blogging since 2014. Whether reeling in the catch of the day or crafting cutting-edge software solutions, he is always up for an adventure, online or offline. Explore their entrepreneurial insights and outdoor escapades right here!