Comparing Simpl Fulfillment to the Top 3PL’s in the US 2022

What is a 3PL?

3PL stands for third-party logistics. 3PL companies provide services that help eCommerce brands with warehousing, packaging, and shipping orders to customers. 3PLs can benefit brands that don't have the resources or facilities to store and ship orders themselves. 3PLs typically have relationships with major carriers like UPS and FedEx, which can help brands get discounts on shipping rates. 3PLs can also help brands scale their operations as they grow by providing additional storage space and packing/shipping capacity on an as-needed basis.

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In eCommerce, fulfillment is a critical part of the equation. Getting products to customers quickly and efficiently is essential to success, and that's where 3PLs (third-party logistics companies) come in. 3PLs specialize in storing, packaging, and shipping products for eCommerce businesses, and they have the infrastructure and resources to handle even the most complex fulfillment needs. However, with so many 3PLs to choose from, it can be difficult to know which one is right for your business. To help you make a decision, we've compared Simpl Fulfillment to the seven top 3PLs in the US: ShipBob, ShipMonk, ShipHero Fulfillment, FedEx Fulfillment, Rakuten Fulfillment, and Whitebox.

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Simpl Fulfillment is a 3PL company specializing in eCommerce fulfillment and FBA Prep. We have one central warehouse in the US and fulfill same-day, which allows us to get our clients' products delivered anywhere in the US within 3-4 days. One thing that sets Simpl Fulfillment apart from other 3PLs is its focus on customer service. They offer 24/7 support, so you can always reach someone with questions or issues. They also have a team of experts who can help optimize your shipping process and maximize efficiency. We offer a flat-rate pricing model that includes picking/packing, packaging, and shipping, so you always know exactly how much you'll be paying per order.

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     1. Simpl Fulfillment

Simpl Fulfillment offers eCommerce Fulfillment & FBA Prep to hundreds of online sellers. We handle your shipping needs while giving you a live real-time view of your orders, inventory, returns, and more. Our pricing is all-inclusive with no hidden fees, so you only pay for storage (monthly) and a fee per order based on the weight, which covers the picking, packing, packaging, and postage. We work with sellers of all sizes and needs and have many higher-touch offerings. Also, our clients get access to our account managers and hands-on customer success team. We see ourselves as an extension of our client's brands and valuable partners.

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    2. ShipMonk

ShipMonk is a fulfillment services provider and inventory management system. ShipMonk advertises its software and automation as an advantage for sellers and has facilities outside the US. They charge a flat fee per order to cover pick and pack fees for storage, postage, etc. They have a low minimum but require customers to commit to a one-year term to work with them.

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    3. ShipBob

ShipBob is an eCommerce fulfillment services provider that focuses on providing tech-enabled solutions. They act more as a 4PL as they don't own and operate all of their facilities. They rely on other 3PLs to handle their order fulfillment while building the software for it all. They also have flat-rate pricing for order fulfillment. They require over 400+ orders a month to work with someone and have an onboarding fee.

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    4. ShipHero Fulfillment

ShipHero is a cloud-based WMS that helps eCommerce businesses and 3PLs fulfill orders. Recently, they launched a 3PL service. They use a network of other 3PLs as well. They also require customers to have 500+ orders a month to work with them. Pricing-wise, they offer flat-rate pricing with various speeds and charge storage in cubic ft.

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    5. FedEx Fulfillment

FedEx is one of the prominent carriers in the US. FedEx launched a 3PL service in the last few years, and as they don't work with many small to medium sellers, not a lot of info is public. They focus on working with larger sellers and have limited offerings.

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    6. Rakuten

Rakuten Super Logistics is a 3PL designed for eCommerce businesses with high volumes of orders. RSL offers various services, including order fulfillment, freight management, returns, and kitting. They require 250 orders a month minimum to qualify to work with them. They do not have public pricing.

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    7. Whitebox

Whitebox is a unique fulfillment company. They provide full-service marketplace management solutions for SMBs. They offer both eCommerce order fulfillment and also operate a marketing agency which a lot of their fulfillment clients use. Whitebox doesn't have public pricing and requires 1,000 orders minimum a month to work with them. They have great reviews but are more selective on who they work with.

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