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ShipBob vs. ShipStation: Review, Comparison, and Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Shipping softwares<\/a> are designed to make the shipping process much easier, especially for direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands<\/a>. With so many options on the market today, it can be hard to find the best shipping solution for your ecommerce business<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every software solution offers a different set of features, whether\u2019s helping you find the best rates, generate shipping labels<\/a> with ease, or automate the order tracking<\/a> process\u2014 finding the right shipping solution can be a game changer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two of the most common solutions are ShipBob and ShipStation. Though both solutions simplify the shipping process, they are entirely different solutions. In some cases both are integrated to optimise the shipping strategy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide provides a comparison of ShipBob vs. ShipStation, including capabilities, pricing and more. You\u2019ll learn the pros and cons of each, plus how they work together to make shipping easier and less time-consuming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob vs. ShipStation: What\u2019s the difference?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob is a leading international 3PL<\/a> that also provides standalone warehouse management software for brands with their own warehouse, whereas ShipStation is a web-based SaaS shipping software for online brands and offers multichannel capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your business is small and fulfils orders in-house, ShipStation is a great standalone shipping software. But if you run your own warehouse or are looking to outsource fulfilment<\/a>, partnering with a 3PL like ShipBob or using ShipBob’s warehouse management system is a better option for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, both solutions can integrate directly together to streamline shipping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob partners with ShipStation to support online brands that cannot directly integrate with ShipBob\u2019s dashboard. The ShipBob and ShipStation integration<\/a> can also be used to bridge all stores together and have all orders sync through one main portal, so you can import orders from all your selling channels into a single platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below is a visual high-level overview displaying the differences between ShipBob and ShipStation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Features<\/b><\/th>ShipBob<\/b><\/th>ShipStation<\/b><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Fulfilment services<\/td>Yes.<\/td>No.<\/td><\/tr>
Warehouse management system (WMS) for in-house warehouse fulfilment<\/td>Yes.<\/td>No.<\/td><\/tr>
Label creation <\/span><\/td>ShipBob uses labels from a variety of sources.<\/span><\/td>ShipStation lets you compare rates from top couriers and print labels individually or in batches of up to 500.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Multi-carrier access<\/span><\/td>ShipBob has leading couriers across the globe pick up from its fulfilment centres, offering discounted rates for a variety of services.<\/span><\/td>ShipStation has integrations with dozens of shipping couriers, allowing you to connect your own carrier accounts.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Package tracking<\/span><\/td>ShipBob picks, packs, and ships orders, letting you automatically send a confirmation email and share tracking number and information with each customer.<\/span><\/td>ShipStation instantly updates tracking information to the selling channel and the customer once an order ships.<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Integrations<\/span><\/td>ShipBob integrates with all leading ecommerce platforms, marketplaces, EDI solutions for B2B orders<\/a>, and much more for an all-in-one fulfilment and logistics platform. Learn more <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/td>ShipStation connects to online stores, marketplaces, couriers, and ecommerce tools in seconds and seamlessly syncs your shipping. Learn more <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The pros & cons of using ShipBob<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Considering partnering with ShipBob? ShipBob is a best-in-class fulfilment provider for DTC and B2B brands. Here are some pros and cons to help you decide whether ShipBob is the right option for you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob order fulfilment: The pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob operates an international logistics network<\/a> powered by the same technology, SLAs, and premium customer support. With ShipBob, online brands are able to reduce shipping costs<\/a>, increase transit times, and meet customer expectations all over the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob\u2019s fulfilment centre locations are located across the US, the UK<\/a>, Europe<\/a>, and Australia<\/a> (check out all ShipBob\u2019s locations here<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a powerful distributed inventory network, ShipBob provides fast-growing brands the opportunity to offer customers 2-Day Express Shipping<\/a> across 100% of the continental US while also making it easier to expand across the globe with access to international fulfilment<\/a> locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter if you store inventory in one or multiple locations, ShipBob\u2019s dashboard is intuitive and easy to use, plus it provides access to built-in inventory management<\/a> tools, advanced data and analytics on fulfilment and shipping activity, the ability to easily update and manage SKUs<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob also provides additional capabilities, including the ability to use custom packaging<\/a>, add gift notes, kitting and assembly<\/a>, and B2B solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cWhen I was looking for a 3PL, we were a startup growing at a rapid pace and felt that ShipBob understood what that meant because they were also in the same stage. We were able to grow beside ShipBob and they scaled with us.\u201d <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jason Ton, CFO of 100 Thieves<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob WMS: The pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob’s WMS<\/a> is a robust software solution for brands that have their own warehouse. The ShipBob WMS is an all-in-one WMS, OMS, IMS, and reporting platform that lets you centralise real-time inventory, shipments, returns, and analytics across all online and offline sales channels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Integrate all of your sales channels with ShipBob WMS using ShipBob\u2019s integrations with all major online stores (e.g., Shopify, BigCommerce, Amazon, Walmart, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob\u2019s automated B2B technology lets you fulfil wholesale, retail distribution, and retail dropshipping orders for everything from simple brick-and-mortar shipments to robust EDI capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, the ShipBob WMS lets you leverage ShipBob\u2019s global fulfilment network \u2013 including dozens of warehouses across the United States, Europe, Australia, and Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob order fulfilment: The cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob isn\u2019t the cheapest fulfilment solution on the market. As a premium service, ShipBob takes care of the fulfilment and shipping process, from warehousing<\/a> to inventory management<\/a>, to picking and packing, to shipping all over the world. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make the most of what ShipBob has to offer, its solutions are ideal for brands that are ready to make an investment in growth, such as storing inventory in multiple fulfilment centre or expanding into multiple sales channels to maximise customer reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, no matter what stage your brand is in currently, it\u2019s never too soon to get started with a fulfilment provider to save time and money on the fulfilment process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob WMS: The cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob’s WMS is only available for brands with a warehouse in the US so far. It’s also not ideal for really small brands that are fulfiling orders in their own home. You also can’t use it if your products contain hazardous materials (HAZMAT).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob: The verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob is trusted by thousands of fast-growing ecommerce brands that have successfully expanded into new markets, saved on logistics costs<\/a>, and have grown their business faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a comprehensive ecommerce fulfilment<\/a> solution or WMS, consider partnering with ShipBob.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cTouchland has been working with ShipBob since 2018 and there are several reasons why ShipBob has been the perfect partner. Overall, we have had a great experience having a ShipBob as a partner that can scale fast with us,\u201d<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Andrea Lisbona, Founder & CEO of Touchland<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The pros & cons of using ShipStation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So how does ShipStation fit in to ShipBob\u2019s fulfilment solution? There are several shipping solutions on the market. But if you\u2019re looking for a comprehensive ecommerce fulfilment solution, the best option is to look for a shipping software that directly connects with a 3PL\u2019s<\/a> technology<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipStation is a leading shipping solution that easily connects with ShipBob\u2019s technology, allowing you to optimise both the shipping and fulfilment process. <\/span>To ensure it\u2019s the right fit for your business, here is overview of its pros and cons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipStation: The pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re a multi-channel brand, ShipStation makes it easy to link together all your sales channels to funnel every new order to the ShipStation dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the best features include the ability to choose couriers and compare rates, print labels in bulk, and automatically updates order tracking info once you a ship an order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipStation is also ideal for brands that sell across channels. For instance, it offers a multi-channel feature that allows you to sell on multiple platforms (eBay, Amazon, etc.), and send tracking info directly back to the customer, no matter where the sale occurred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over all, ShipBob helps brands save time and money while offering the best shipping options for their customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipStation: The cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Though ShipStation offers premium shipping features, ShipStation doesn\u2019t stand alone as a full-suite fulfilment solution<\/span>. It\u2019s a great option for brands that need additional support in optimising their shipping strategy by saving them time and simplifying the process. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But if you need fulfilment support, you always have the option to integrate ShipStation with ShipBob\u2019s proprietary technology. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipStation: The verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipStation is one of the best shipping software solutions on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It offers offers customisable automation rules that easily manage repetitive tasks, flexible workflows that increase order processing<\/a> efficiency, user-level permissions and restrictions that give you full control, and it all works with your unique business requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since ShipStation is a partner of ShipBob, you can connect ShipStation with ShipBob to create an end-to-end ecommerce solution<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob vs. ShipStation: The conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here’s the lowdown:<\/p>\n\n\n\n