Cheapest Way to Ship Anything: Complete Cost Guide
Cheapest Way to Ship Anything: Complete Cost Guide
Every dollar you spend on shipping is a dollar that does not go toward your product, your business, or your recipient’s experience. Whether you are sending a birthday gift to a family member, fulfilling e-commerce orders, or shipping inventory to a warehouse, there is almost always a cheaper way to ship than whatever you are doing right now. This guide covers every cost-saving strategy available in 2026, organized by package size and weight, so you can find the cheapest option for any shipment.
Shipping rates and delivery times are estimates and subject to change. Verify with carriers directly.
Key Takeaways
- USPS First-Class Package Service is the cheapest way to ship anything under 1 lb, starting at ~$3.50 with commercial pricing.
- USPS Flat Rate boxes beat weight-based pricing for heavy, compact items shipping long distances. A 50 lb item in a Large Flat Rate Box costs ~$22.45 to ship anywhere in the US.
- Third-party label platforms like PirateShip (free) give you USPS Commercial Plus pricing that is 10-30% cheaper than post office counter rates without any monthly fee.
- USPS Cubic pricing, available through commercial platforms, can save 30-50% on small, heavy packages compared to standard weight-based rates.
- Dimensional weight is the biggest hidden cost in shipping. Using the right-sized box can cut your cost in half on bulky, lightweight items.
Cheapest Shipping by Package Size and Weight
The cheapest carrier and service changes dramatically depending on what you are shipping. Here is a breakdown by weight range.
Ultra-Light: Under 1 lb (16 oz)
Winner: USPS First-Class Package Service
| Weight | USPS First-Class (Commercial) | USPS Ground Advantage | FedEx Ground | UPS Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 oz | ~$3.50 | ~$4.75 | ~$9.25 | ~$9.75 |
| 8 oz | ~$4.00 | ~$5.25 | ~$9.50 | ~$10.00 |
| 12 oz | ~$4.50 | ~$5.75 | ~$9.75 | ~$10.25 |
| 15 oz | ~$5.00 | ~$6.00 | ~$10.00 | ~$10.50 |
Rates shown are Zone 5 estimates using commercial pricing where available.
For packages under 1 lb, USPS First-Class Package Service is not just the cheapest, it is roughly half the price of the next cheapest option. At commercial rates through a platform like PirateShip, you can ship a 4 oz package for ~$3.50 compared to ~$9.25+ at FedEx or UPS. There is no residential surcharge, no fuel surcharge, and tracking is included.
Pro tip: USPS First-Class Package Service has a strict 15.99 oz weight limit. If your item is exactly 1 lb (16 oz), you will need to use USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail instead. Keep items at 15.99 oz or under when possible to stay in the cheapest service tier.
For a detailed breakdown of lightweight shipping options, see Best Shipping for Small Packages.
Light: 1-5 lbs
Winner: USPS Ground Advantage (short-medium distance) or USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate Envelope (long distance, if it fits)
| Weight | USPS Ground Advantage | USPS Priority Mail | UPS Ground | FedEx Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 lb (Zone 4) | ~$5.50 | ~$8.50 | ~$10.50 | ~$10.25 |
| 1 lb (Zone 8) | ~$7.25 | ~$9.50 | ~$12.50 | ~$12.00 |
| 3 lbs (Zone 4) | ~$8.50 | ~$11.50 | ~$14.00 | ~$13.50 |
| 3 lbs (Zone 8) | ~$11.50 | ~$14.00 | ~$17.50 | ~$17.00 |
| 5 lbs (Zone 4) | ~$10.50 | ~$14.00 | ~$16.50 | ~$16.00 |
| 5 lbs (Zone 8) | ~$14.50 | ~$17.00 | ~$20.50 | ~$20.00 |
USPS Ground Advantage is the cheapest option at every weight and distance in this range. However, check if your item fits in a Priority Mail Flat Rate Envelope (~$10.40 retail, ~$7.90 commercial). If it does, the Flat Rate Envelope can actually be cheaper than Ground Advantage for heavier items shipping long distances.
Flat Rate Envelope trick: The Padded Flat Rate Envelope costs $11.15 retail ($8.50 commercial) and can hold items that are surprisingly thick. As long as the envelope closes, it qualifies for the flat rate price. A 5 lb item that fits in a Padded Flat Rate Envelope ships for ~$8.50 commercial compared to ~$14.50 via Ground Advantage at Zone 8.
Medium: 5-20 lbs
Winner: USPS Ground Advantage (general) or USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate Box (heavy/compact items)
| Weight | USPS Ground Advantage (Z4) | USPS Ground Advantage (Z8) | USPS Flat Rate (Box Size) | UPS Ground (Z4) | FedEx Ground (Z4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 lbs | ~$10.50 | ~$14.50 | ~$10.85 (Small) | ~$16.50 | ~$16.00 |
| 10 lbs | ~$14.50 | ~$20.50 | ~$17.10 (Medium) | ~$20.00 | ~$19.50 |
| 15 lbs | ~$18.00 | ~$26.00 | ~$17.10 (Medium) | ~$25.50 | ~$25.00 |
| 20 lbs | ~$22.00 | ~$31.50 | ~$22.45 (Large) | ~$31.00 | ~$30.00 |
The Flat Rate math becomes compelling in this weight range. A 15 lb item in a Medium Flat Rate Box costs ~$17.10 regardless of distance. Shipping that same item via Ground Advantage to Zone 8 costs ~$26.00. That is a savings of ~$9 per package. Over 100 shipments, that is ~$900 in savings.
The key question is always: does the item fit in the Flat Rate box? USPS Flat Rate boxes have fixed dimensions:
| Box | Interior Dimensions | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Small Flat Rate Box | 8.625” x 5.375” x 1.625” | Jewelry, small electronics, books |
| Medium Flat Rate Box (top-load) | 11.25” x 8.75” x 6” | Most products under 10” |
| Medium Flat Rate Box (side-load) | 14” x 12” x 3.5” | Flat items, clothing, documents |
| Large Flat Rate Box | 12.25” x 12.25” x 6” | Larger products, multiple items |
For everything you need to know about Flat Rate boxes, see the USPS Flat Rate Guide.
Heavy: 20-70 lbs
Winner: USPS Priority Mail Large Flat Rate Box (if it fits) or USPS Ground Advantage (if it does not)
| Weight | USPS Ground Advantage (Z4) | USPS Ground Advantage (Z8) | USPS Large Flat Rate | UPS Ground (Z4) | FedEx Ground (Z4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 lbs | ~$22.00 | ~$31.50 | ~$22.45 | ~$31.00 | ~$30.00 |
| 30 lbs | ~$28.00 | ~$39.00 | ~$22.45 | ~$38.00 | ~$37.00 |
| 40 lbs | ~$34.00 | ~$47.00 | ~$22.45 | ~$45.00 | ~$43.00 |
| 50 lbs | ~$38.00 | ~$55.00 | ~$22.45 | ~$52.00 | ~$50.00 |
| 70 lbs | ~$48.00 | ~$68.00 | ~$22.45 | ~$65.00 | ~$63.00 |
The savings from Flat Rate on heavy items are staggering. A 70 lb item in a Large Flat Rate Box costs ~$22.45 anywhere in the US. The same weight via UPS Ground to Zone 4 costs ~$65.00. That is a 65% savings.
For packages that do not fit in a Flat Rate box, USPS Ground Advantage remains the cheapest weight-based option up to its 70 lb limit. Above 70 lbs, you must use UPS (up to 150 lbs) or FedEx (up to 150 lbs). For specialized heavy package strategies, see Best Shipping for Heavy Packages.
Very Heavy: 70-150 lbs
Winner: Negotiated UPS or FedEx Ground rates
| Weight | UPS Ground (Z4, Retail) | UPS Ground (Z4, ~30% Discount) | FedEx Ground (Z4, Retail) | FedEx Ground (Z4, ~30% Discount) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 lbs | ~$72.00 | ~$50.00 | ~$70.00 | ~$49.00 |
| 100 lbs | ~$85.00 | ~$60.00 | ~$83.00 | ~$58.00 |
| 120 lbs | ~$98.00 | ~$69.00 | ~$96.00 | ~$67.00 |
| 150 lbs | ~$115.00 | ~$81.00 | ~$112.00 | ~$78.00 |
USPS cannot ship packages over 70 lbs, so UPS and FedEx are your only standard carrier options. At retail rates, FedEx is slightly cheaper than UPS. With negotiated discounts, the difference is minimal and depends on your specific contract. If you regularly ship in this weight range, negotiate rates with both carriers and play them against each other. See Bulk Shipping Quotes for negotiation tips.
The Flat Rate Trick That Most Shippers Miss
USPS Flat Rate boxes are the single most powerful cost-saving tool in domestic shipping, yet many shippers overlook them because the concept seems too simple. The rules are straightforward:
- Order free Flat Rate boxes from usps.com (they ship to your door at no charge)
- Put your item inside the box
- If the box closes with the flaps fully shut, you pay the flat rate price regardless of weight or destination
The savings potential is enormous. Consider these real-world examples:
Example 1: Shipping auto parts (12 lbs, Zone 7)
- USPS Ground Advantage: ~$23.50
- UPS Ground: ~$30.00
- Medium Flat Rate Box: ~$17.10
- Savings: ~$6.40 per package
Example 2: Shipping dense hobby supplies (35 lbs, Zone 8)
- USPS Ground Advantage: ~$42.00
- UPS Ground: ~$55.00
- Large Flat Rate Box: ~$22.45
- Savings: ~$19.55 per package
Example 3: Shipping coin/bullion collection (50 lbs, Zone 6)
- USPS Ground Advantage: ~$48.00
- UPS Ground: ~$58.00
- Large Flat Rate Box: ~$22.45
- Savings: ~$25.55 per package
The break-even point where Flat Rate becomes cheaper than weight-based shipping depends on the box size and destination zone, but as a general rule: if your item weighs more than 5 lbs, fits in a Flat Rate box, and is shipping to Zone 5 or farther, Flat Rate will almost certainly save you money.
USPS Cubic Pricing: The Secret Weapon
USPS Cubic pricing is one of the least-known and most valuable shipping discounts available. It is not available at the post office counter or through USPS.com directly. You can only access it through approved commercial platforms like PirateShip, Stamps.com, or EasyPost.
How Cubic Pricing Works
Instead of charging by weight, Cubic pricing charges based on the cubic volume of your package (length x width x height, divided by 1,728 to get cubic feet). Packages must be under 20 lbs and no more than 0.5 cubic feet to qualify.
Cubic Pricing Tiers
| Cubic Tier | Max Cubic Size | ~Price Range (varies by zone) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | Up to 0.1 cubic ft | ~$3.50 - $5.50 |
| 0.2 | Up to 0.2 cubic ft | ~$4.50 - $7.00 |
| 0.3 | Up to 0.3 cubic ft | ~$5.50 - $9.00 |
| 0.4 | Up to 0.4 cubic ft | ~$6.50 - $11.00 |
| 0.5 | Up to 0.5 cubic ft | ~$7.50 - $13.00 |
When Cubic Pricing Saves the Most
Cubic pricing is most valuable for small, heavy items. A package that measures 6” x 6” x 4” (0.08 cubic feet, Tier 0.1) weighing 15 lbs would cost:
- USPS Ground Advantage (weight-based, Zone 5): ~$18.00
- USPS Priority Mail (weight-based, Zone 5): ~$22.00
- USPS Cubic Pricing (Tier 0.1, Zone 5): ~$4.50
- Savings: ~$13.50 per package (75% off)
Products that benefit most from Cubic pricing include: small tools, hardware, food items, cosmetics, candles, books, and anything dense and compact.
Third-Party Label Discounts
Buying shipping labels at the post office counter or through carrier retail websites gives you the worst possible rates. Third-party platforms offer the same services at significantly lower prices.
Platform Comparison
| Platform | Monthly Fee | USPS Discount | UPS Discount | FedEx Available | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PirateShip | Free | Commercial Plus (~20-30% off) | Yes (~30-60% off) | No | Individual shippers, small businesses |
| Stamps.com | ~$19.99/month | Commercial Plus (~20-30% off) | No | No | USPS-focused businesses |
| ShipStation | ~$25-$165/month | Commercial Plus (~20-30% off) | Yes | Yes | Multi-carrier e-commerce |
| Shippo | Free (pay-per-label) | Commercial Plus (~20-30% off) | Yes | Yes | Developers, API users |
| EasyPost | Pay-per-label | Commercial Plus (~20-30% off) | Yes | Yes | Developers, high-volume |
Real Savings Examples
| Service | Retail Rate | Commercial Plus Rate | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| USPS Priority Mail (5 lbs, Zone 5) | ~$17.00 | ~$13.00 | ~$4.00 (24%) |
| USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate Envelope | ~$10.40 | ~$7.90 | ~$2.50 (24%) |
| USPS Ground Advantage (3 lbs, Zone 4) | ~$8.50 | ~$6.50 | ~$2.00 (24%) |
| USPS Priority Mail Express (1 lb) | ~$28.75 | ~$23.00 | ~$5.75 (20%) |
For a detailed comparison of label platforms, see Compare Shipping Services.
The bottom line: If you are walking into a post office and paying counter rates, you are overpaying by 20-30% on every single package. Signing up for PirateShip takes five minutes, costs nothing, and immediately saves you money.
Volume Discounts and Rate Negotiation
When to Negotiate
If you ship more than 50 packages per week through UPS or FedEx, you should be negotiating your rates. The process is straightforward:
- Contact UPS and FedEx and request a business account if you do not have one
- Ask for a rate review based on your current volume
- Get quotes from both carriers
- Share each carrier’s offer with the other and ask them to beat it
- Renegotiate annually as your volume changes
Typical Negotiated Discounts
| Weekly Volume | Typical Ground Discount | Typical Express Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 20-50 packages | 15-25% | 10-20% |
| 50-100 packages | 25-35% | 20-30% |
| 100-500 packages | 35-50% | 30-40% |
| 500+ packages | 45-60% | 40-55% |
These discounts apply to published rates, and they can make UPS and FedEx competitive with or even cheaper than USPS commercial pricing for medium and heavy packages.
Negotiation Tips
- Always get competing quotes. Carriers will not give you their best rate unless they know you are comparing.
- Focus on the services you actually use. A 60% discount on Next Day Air is worthless if you only ship Ground.
- Negotiate surcharge reductions. Residential delivery surcharges, fuel surcharges, and dimensional weight factors are all negotiable. A reduction in the residential surcharge from ~$5.40 to ~$2.50 saves you on every single package.
- Ask about earned discount tiers. Some contracts include automatic additional discounts if your volume exceeds certain thresholds.
- Review your contract annually. Carriers raise published rates every January, and your percentage discount applies to the new (higher) rates. Your actual cost per package goes up even if your discount percentage stays the same.
Media Mail: The Cheapest Way to Ship Books and Media
USPS Media Mail is a specialized service that offers drastically reduced rates for shipping books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, and other educational media. If your item qualifies, Media Mail is almost always the cheapest shipping option regardless of weight or distance.
Media Mail Rates
| Weight | ~Media Mail Rate | ~Ground Advantage Rate (Zone 5) | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | ~$4.63 | ~$5.50 | ~$0.87 (16%) |
| 3 lbs | ~$5.89 | ~$8.50 | ~$2.61 (31%) |
| 5 lbs | ~$7.15 | ~$10.50 | ~$3.35 (32%) |
| 10 lbs | ~$10.30 | ~$14.50 | ~$4.20 (29%) |
| 20 lbs | ~$16.60 | ~$22.00 | ~$5.40 (25%) |
| 50 lbs | ~$35.50 | ~$38.00 | ~$2.50 (7%) |
| 70 lbs | ~$48.00 | ~$48.00 | ~$0.00 (0%) |
Media Mail savings are most significant in the 2-20 lb range, where you save 25-32% compared to Ground Advantage. At very heavy weights, the savings diminish because Media Mail rates increase steeply above 40 lbs.
What Qualifies for Media Mail
Eligible items:
- Books (at least 8 pages, including textbooks and hardcovers)
- CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs
- Vinyl records
- Sheet music and bound academic theses
- Medical charts and binders
- Computer-readable media (software discs, but not hardware)
- Film (16mm and narrower)
- Sound recordings
Not eligible:
- Video games (even disc-based)
- Magazines and periodicals
- Advertising materials
- Comic books (USPS policy is inconsistent on this; some post offices accept them, others do not)
- Any item that contains advertising (books with ad inserts may be rejected)
- Electronics and devices (even if they play media)
Media Mail Caveats
USPS reserves the right to open and inspect Media Mail packages to verify that the contents qualify. If they find non-qualifying items, the package will either be returned to sender or charged at the full Priority Mail rate. Media Mail also has no delivery date guarantee and can take 2-8 business days, with some shipments occasionally taking up to 10 days during busy periods.
Despite these limitations, Media Mail is unbeatable for books and media. Online booksellers, eBay sellers dealing in vinyl records, and anyone shipping textbooks should always use this service.
Cheapest Ways to Ship by Common Route
Shipping costs vary not just by weight but by distance. Here is what the cheapest options look like on popular shipping corridors.
Short-Distance Routes (Zone 1-3, Under 300 Miles)
On short routes, zone-based pricing works heavily in your favor, and ground services are very affordable.
| Example Route | 3 lb Package (Cheapest) | ~Cost | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York to Philadelphia | USPS Ground Advantage | ~$6.50 | 2 business days |
| Chicago to Minneapolis | USPS Ground Advantage | ~$6.75 | 2-3 business days |
| Dallas to Houston | USPS Ground Advantage | ~$6.00 | 2 business days |
| Boston to New York | USPS Ground Advantage | ~$6.50 | 2 business days |
For short-distance shipping, USPS Ground Advantage is almost always cheapest, and transit times are fast (often 2 days). UPS and FedEx Ground are competitive on transit time for short routes (sometimes delivering in 1 day) but cost 40-60% more.
See our route-specific guides for detailed comparisons: Shipping New York to Los Angeles, Shipping Chicago to Houston, Shipping Dallas to Denver.
Long-Distance Routes (Zone 6-8, 1,500+ Miles)
Long-distance shipping is where costs spike and where Flat Rate options shine.
| Example Route | 10 lb Package | ~Cheapest Ground | ~Flat Rate (if fits) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York to Los Angeles (Zone 8) | USPS Ground Advantage ~$20.50 | ~$20.50 | Small: ~$10.85, Medium: ~$17.10 |
| Boston to San Francisco (Zone 8) | USPS Ground Advantage ~$20.50 | ~$20.50 | Small: ~$10.85, Medium: ~$17.10 |
| Miami to Seattle (Zone 8) | USPS Ground Advantage ~$21.00 | ~$21.00 | Small: ~$10.85, Medium: ~$17.10 |
On coast-to-coast routes, Flat Rate saves the most because you pay the same price regardless of distance. A 10 lb item in a Medium Flat Rate Box costs ~$17.10 from Miami to Seattle, the same as it would cost from Miami to Jacksonville. Without Flat Rate, that same 10 lb package costs ~$14.50 for a short distance versus ~$21.00 coast to coast.
For route-specific rate comparisons, see Shipping Miami to Seattle and Shipping Boston to San Francisco.
10 More Ways to Cut Shipping Costs
1. Right-Size Your Boxes
Using a box that is 2 inches too large in each dimension can increase your dimensional weight by 30-50%. Keep an assortment of box sizes on hand and always use the smallest box that provides adequate protection.
2. Use Poly Mailers for Soft Goods
Clothing, textiles, and other soft items do not need boxes. Poly mailers are lighter, cheaper, and avoid dimensional weight calculations entirely since they conform to the item’s shape.
3. Reuse Packaging
There is nothing wrong with reusing boxes and packing materials for non-branded shipments. Remove old labels, cover old barcodes with new labels, and make sure the box is still structurally sound.
4. Ship Earlier in the Week
Packages shipped Monday through Wednesday are less likely to encounter weekend holds that add transit days. Avoiding Friday shipments can sometimes shave a day off delivery time, which means you might be able to use a slower (cheaper) service and still meet your delivery promise.
5. Consider Regional Carriers
For shipments within specific regions, carriers like OnTrac (West Coast), LSO (South Central), Spee-Dee (Upper Midwest), and GLS US (nationwide) can offer rates 10-30% below UPS and FedEx. They are particularly competitive for e-commerce fulfillment in their coverage areas.
6. Prepay and Print Labels Online
Every carrier offers lower rates when you create and pay for labels online versus at the counter. Even without a third-party platform, printing a USPS label at usps.com is cheaper than paying at the post office window.
7. Consolidate Shipments
If you are sending multiple items to the same address (or nearby addresses), consolidate them into one package. One 10 lb package is significantly cheaper than two 5 lb packages. For Amazon sellers, see Amazon FBA Shipping for FBA inbound consolidation strategies.
8. Use Free Carrier Supplies
USPS Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express boxes, envelopes, and labels are free. Order them at usps.com and they ship to your door at no cost. FedEx Express packaging is also free for FedEx Express shipments. Do not buy boxes you can get for free.
9. Avoid Delivery Surcharges
UPS and FedEx charge ~$5.40-$5.60 for residential delivery plus additional surcharges for extended delivery areas. If your recipient has access to a commercial address, shipping there eliminates the residential surcharge. Some customers may prefer delivery to their workplace for this reason.
10. Audit Your Invoices
UPS and FedEx invoices are notoriously complex, and billing errors happen more often than you might think. Common errors include incorrect dimensional weight calculations, duplicate charges, and late delivery charges that should have triggered a refund. Third-party audit services like RefundRetriever and 71lbs automatically review your invoices and file claims for overcharges. They typically work on a percentage basis (no savings, no fee) and can recover 2-5% of your total shipping spend.
Cost Comparison Quick Reference Chart
This chart summarizes the cheapest shipping option for common package types:
| Package Description | Cheapest Option | ~Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Letter/document (under 1 oz) | USPS First-Class Mail | ~$0.73 |
| Small item (4 oz, fits in envelope) | USPS First-Class Package | ~$3.50 |
| Book or DVD (1 lb, media) | USPS Media Mail | ~$4.63 |
| Small product (8 oz) | USPS First-Class Package | ~$4.00 |
| Medium product (3 lbs, fits in Flat Rate Envelope) | USPS Priority Flat Rate Envelope (commercial) | ~$7.90 |
| Medium product (3 lbs, Zone 4 box) | USPS Ground Advantage | ~$8.50 |
| Heavy compact item (10 lbs, fits Small Flat Rate) | USPS Small Flat Rate Box | ~$10.85 |
| Heavy item (20 lbs, fits Medium Flat Rate) | USPS Medium Flat Rate Box | ~$17.10 |
| Very heavy item (50 lbs, fits Large Flat Rate) | USPS Large Flat Rate Box | ~$22.45 |
| Oversize item (30 lbs, 30” x 20” x 15”) | USPS Ground Advantage | ~$35.00 |
| Very heavy oversize (100 lbs) | Negotiated FedEx Ground | ~$58.00 |
Next Steps
Here is a prioritized action plan to start saving on every shipment:
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Sign up for PirateShip (free, takes 5 minutes). This single step saves you 20-30% on USPS and gives you access to discounted UPS rates. No monthly fees, no minimums, no commitment.
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Order free USPS Flat Rate boxes. Go to usps.com and order an assortment of Small, Medium, and Large Flat Rate boxes. They arrive in 5-7 business days at no cost. Test which of your products fit in which boxes.
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Get a postal scale. A digital postal scale costs ~$25-$40 and pays for itself on the first few shipments by ensuring you never overpay due to inaccurate weight estimates. See Best Packing Tape and Materials for packing supply recommendations.
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Right-size your packaging. Audit your current box sizes and eliminate any that are consistently too large for their contents. Buy an assortment of sizes so you always have the right fit.
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Compare rates on every shipment. Do not default to one carrier. The cheapest option changes based on weight, size, distance, and service level. A rate comparison tool takes 30 seconds and can save $5-$15 per package.
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If you ship 50+ packages per week, contact UPS and FedEx to negotiate volume discounts. Get quotes from both carriers and use them as leverage against each other.
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Consider a thermal label printer. If you ship regularly, a thermal printer eliminates ink costs and speeds up the labeling process. Entry-level models start at ~$70 and last for years. See our Best Thermal Label Printers guide.
Shipping rates and delivery times are estimates and subject to change. Verify with carriers directly.