Parcel Carrier Comparison Guide

by Sifted Team

Feb 7, 2024

3 min read

In the intricate landscape of parcel shipping today, shippers navigate a complex web of carriers, each with its unique strengths and weaknesses. It’s crucial to choose the right carrier for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

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Our experts have compiled the strengths and weaknesses of key carriers—UPS, FedEx, Amazon, USPS, OnTrac, and Pitney Bowes—providing a helpful guide. From weight limits to service offerings, geographic coverage and pricing structures, this analysis offers insights for informed decision-making:

Carrier	Strengths	Weaknesses
UPS	Up to 150 Lbs Express and Ground Services Serves All 50 States Consistent Deliveries	Penalize Heavy Shipments
FedEx	Up to 150 Lbs Express and Ground Services Serves All 50 States	Penalize Heavy Shipments Inconsistent Delivery Performance
Amazon	Up to 150 Lbs Serves All 50 States Consistent Deliveries Fast Ground Delivery Times Don't Penalize Heavy Shipments Very Competitive Discounts	No Express Services
USPS	Up to 70 Lbs Less Accessorial Fees Serves All 50 States New Ground Advantage Service	Poor Delivery Performance
OnTrac	Competitive Transit Times Captures 85% of the Population	Only Serves 35 States Can Only Ship up to 50 Lbs
Pitney Bowes	Serves All 50 States	Only Competitively Ships up to to 5 Lbs Must Ship Out of Only 27 States

Overall, the choice of a parcel carrier is both a difficult and important decision. As a Logistics Intelligence company, Sifted leverages billions of dollars in shipping spend data to guide businesses in making informed carrier decisions. Request a demo to see how our software can help your company optimize your shipping operations.

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