By ShipTimeHow can I compare my own courier rates to others to find the best price?
In today’s fast-paced world, shipping packages has become an essential part of our lives.
Whether it’s for personal or business purposes, we all want to find the most cost-effective courier service to get our packages delivered quickly and securely. But, with so many courier companies offering different rates and services, it can be overwhelming to determine which one to choose.
That’s where comparing courier rates comes in handy. In this blog post, we will discuss the best ways to compare courier rates to your own and how ShipTime can help you find the best rates for your shipping needs while saving up to 76% every time you ship.
1. Identify Your Shipping Needs
Before comparing courier rates, it’s essential to identify your shipping needs.
• Are you shipping domestically or internationally?
• What is the weight and size of your package?
• What is your preferred delivery speed?
• Do you need insurance?
All of these aspects can affect price and are different by courier. Once you have determined your shipping needs, you can start comparing courier rates.
2. Research Courier Companies
Researching courier companies is the first step in comparing courier rates. You can start by searching online for courier companies that offer the services you need or use a service like ShipTime that brings the top national couriers into one platform to compare them at the same time.
When shipping locally, you may be familiar with FedEx, Canada Post, Purolator, UPS, and others but ShipTime works to find you the best rate every time and can also suggest couriers like Nationex, Canpar, Loomis, and GLS.
For your international needs, FedEx, Canada Post, Purolator, UPS, and DHL are all available with varying transit times, service levels, and prices available.
3. Compare Rates
After identifying courier companies that meet your shipping needs, it’s time to compare their rates. This is where ShipTime can be incredibly helpful. ShipTime is a platform that allows you to compare shipping rates from the top couriers – without needing to open a separate account with each of them.
You may already have your own account with one or two couriers and are wondering how your rates compare – at no cost, you can bring your own accounts to ShipTime and compare those rates to ShipTime’s discounted rates.
Upon entering your package details, ShipTime will show you the rates and delivery times from all available courier companies at the same time. This saves you time and helps you find the best rates quickly.
4. Evaluate Delivery Speed and Reliability
When comparing courier rates, it’s not just about the price. You also need to consider the delivery speed and reliability of the courier company. Some courier companies may offer cheaper rates but have longer delivery times or poor reliability. Be sure to check the service rating that other ShipTime members have left to ensure your package arrives on time and in good condition.
5. Negotiate Your Own Rates
If you have a high volume of shipments, you most likely have negotiated your own courier rates. Again, this is where ShipTime can help you bring your own courier rates. ShipTime allows you to carry over your pre-negotiated rates directly from other courier companies such as Canada Post, Purolator, UPS and others. This means you can compare your negotiated rates alongside other rates to ensure you are always getting the best price.
In addition – your own rates also work with all of ShipTime’s best in class technology features:
• eCommerce (Connect Shopify, WooCommerce, and more)
• Real Time Rates @ Checkout
Conclusion
Comparing courier rates is crucial to finding the most cost-effective courier service for your shipping needs. By researching courier companies, comparing rates, evaluating delivery speed and reliability, and negotiating your own rates, you can find the best courier service for your needs. ShipTime makes this process easier by allowing you to compare rates from multiple courier companies and negotiate your own rates. With ShipTime, you can be confident that you are getting the best rates for your shipping needs.
Ship Smarter – with ShipTime, we are a true partner beyond just discounted rates. We provide a best in class platform with features packed with features and backed by our legendary Heroic Support™ team. You can sleep easy with ShipTime’s best-in-class customer care. Our bilingual team is available by phone, live chat, or email Monday – Friday from 8:30AM to 8PM EST.
