ShipBob runs a network of fulfillment centers that store, pack, and ship orders for online stores. It can suit a social enterprise or cooperative whose sales to customers in the US or Europe have outgrown self-fulfillment.
Key features
- Fulfillment network: storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
- E-commerce integrations.
- Consumer and B2B orders.
- Scale capacity: without renting a warehouse.
Pricing
ShipBob does not publish flat pricing. Fees depend on order volume, storage, and zones, with separate charges and often a monthly minimum. Get a custom quote and confirm fees in writing.
Prices change over time. Figures above are based on ShipBob’s own site.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Removes warehouse and shipping work | Custom pricing complicates budgeting |
| Strong integrations | Minimums rule out small ventures |
ShipBob vs Easyship
Easyship, also covered on elathar, helps you compare carriers and ship yourself. ShipBob takes over storage and fulfillment once volume grows.
Who ShipBob is for
Social enterprises and cooperatives selling to US or European customers at a volume beyond self-fulfillment.
Who should skip it
Skip it if orders are few or local. Local couriers are cheaper.
How to get started
Request a quote with your volume and destinations, and compare it with your current fulfillment costs.
FAQ
Does it work for ventures based outside the US?
Its centers are in the US, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia, so it fits sellers into those markets.
Is there an order minimum?
Usually yes. Confirm with sales.
Disclosure: elathar may earn a commission if you sign up for ShipBob through the links in this article. This does not change what you pay, and it does not influence which tools we choose to cover.
