Compare Rates & Print Shipping Labels
Stop overpaying for shipping. Compare real-time rates from USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and regional carriers — then purchase discounted labels and print instantly. Save up to 54% on every shipment.
Up to 54%
Savings on Labels
vs. retail carrier rates
12+
Carriers Supported
USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL & more
<30s
Label Purchase Time
Compare, buy, and print
$0/mo
Free to Start
No monthly fees required
How Shipping Labels Work on ShipWave
From rate comparison to label on the box in three steps.
Enter Shipment Details
Add the destination, package weight, and dimensions — or select a saved package preset. ShipWave auto-fills details for orders synced from your store.
Compare Rates Instantly
See real-time rates from every available carrier and service level. Sort by price, speed, or best value. ShipWave highlights the recommended option.
Purchase & Print
Buy the label with one click. Print it directly from your browser or let the Print Agent send it to your thermal printer automatically.
Why ShipWave
The Smartest Way to Buy Shipping Labels
- Pre-Negotiated Discounts
Access commercial rates from day one. No minimum shipment volume, no contracts, no negotiations required. Our volume rates are available to every ShipWave user.
- True Multi-Carrier Comparison
See rates from USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and regional carriers in a single view. No more logging into multiple carrier websites to find the best price.
- Instant Label Generation
Purchase a label and it is ready to print immediately. Support for PDF, PNG, ZPL, and EPL formats means compatibility with every printer type.
- Store Order Integration
Orders from Shopify, Etsy, eBay, and WooCommerce sync automatically. Ship an order and the tracking number pushes back to your store instantly.
- Batch Label Creation
Ship multiple orders at once. Select orders, apply package presets, and purchase labels in bulk. Process 50+ orders in the time it takes to ship 5 manually.
- Automated Claims Recovery
ShipWave monitors your shipments for late deliveries and billing errors. When we detect an issue, we file a claim with the carrier and recover refunds automatically.
How Rate Comparison Saves You Money
The Problem with Single-Carrier Shipping
Most small businesses default to a single carrier because comparing rates manually is tedious. You open the USPS website, enter the details, note the price. Then repeat for UPS. Then FedEx. By the time you have compared three carriers, you have spent five minutes on a single shipment. Multiply that by 50 orders a day and you are losing hours every week — or just defaulting to whatever carrier you used last time, which is almost never the cheapest option.
How ShipWave Solves It
ShipWave queries every carrier simultaneously when you enter a shipment. Within seconds, you see every available service level ranked by price, transit time, or best value. The difference adds up fast: a 2-pound package from New York to Los Angeles might cost $8.50 via USPS Ground Advantage, $9.20 via UPS Ground, or $6.80 via OnTrac. Without comparing, you would never know that the regional carrier saves you 20% with the same 5-day transit time. Across thousands of shipments, those savings compound into thousands of dollars.
Regional Carriers: The Hidden Savings
Regional carriers like OnTrac (West Coast), LaserShip (East Coast), and Veho (major metros) offer delivery speeds comparable to national carriers but at lower prices. Most shipping platforms ignore them. ShipWave includes regional carriers in every rate comparison so you always see the full picture. For businesses shipping primarily within a single region, regional carriers can reduce shipping costs by 15-30% compared to USPS or UPS Ground.
Volume Discounts Without the Volume
Carrier-negotiated rates typically require shipping thousands of packages per month. ShipWave aggregates volume across all users to negotiate commercial pricing with every carrier. That means you get the same discounted rates as high-volume shippers from your very first label. USPS Commercial Plus pricing, UPS daily rates, FedEx automated rates — all accessible through your ShipWave account with no contracts or minimums.
Supported Carriers & Services
Compare rates across all major carriers and services from a single dashboard.
USPS
Priority Mail, First-Class, Ground Advantage, Media Mail
UPS
Ground, 2nd Day Air, Next Day Air, SurePost
FedEx
Ground, Express Saver, 2Day, Overnight, SmartPost
DHL Express
Worldwide Express, Economy Select, eCommerce
Regional Carriers
OnTrac, LaserShip, Veho, LSO, Spee-Dee, GLS
ShipWave vs. Manual Carrier Websites
See how ShipWave compares to manually purchasing labels from individual carrier websites.
| Feature | ShipWave | Carrier Websites |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-carrier rate comparison | Yes — 12+ carriers | Limited to 1-3 carriers |
| Pre-negotiated discounts | Up to 54% off retail | Varies by volume |
| Regional carrier access | Included | Rarely offered |
| Thermal printer support | PDF, PNG, ZPL, EPL | PDF only |
| Background auto-printing | Print Agent desktop app | Browser required |
| Store integrations | Shopify, Etsy, eBay, WooCommerce | Varies |
| Returns label generation | Built-in returns portal | Add-on or separate tool |
| Monthly fee | Free plan available | $10-25/month minimum |
Who Uses ShipWave for Shipping Labels
E-commerce Stores
Shopify, Etsy, and eBay sellers who ship 10 to 10,000 orders per month and need the cheapest rates without the hassle of manual comparison.
Small Business Owners
Businesses that ship products directly to customers and want commercial rates without signing carrier contracts or meeting volume minimums.
Subscription Box Companies
Brands shipping predictable quantities on a schedule that benefit from batch label creation and package presets for consistent box sizes.
Multi-Channel Sellers
Sellers on Amazon, Shopify, eBay, and Etsy simultaneously who need all orders in one place with unified shipping workflows.
Fulfillment Teams
Warehouse teams that process dozens or hundreds of orders daily and need quick ship workflows plus automatic background printing.
International Shippers
Businesses shipping worldwide that need DHL Express rates, customs documentation, and landed cost calculations in one platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I save on shipping labels with ShipWave?
ShipWave users save up to 54% compared to retail carrier rates. Our pre-negotiated volume discounts with USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL are available from day one — no minimum volume required.
Which carriers does ShipWave support?
ShipWave supports USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL Express, and regional carriers including OnTrac, LaserShip, Veho, LSO, Spee-Dee, and GLS. You can compare rates across all carriers in a single view.
Can I print shipping labels on a thermal printer?
Yes. ShipWave supports PDF, PNG, ZPL, and EPL label formats. You can print on any thermal printer (Zebra, DYMO, Rollo, Brother) or standard inkjet/laser printer. Our Print Agent app can even print labels automatically in the background.
Do I need to sign up with each carrier separately?
No. ShipWave gives you access to all supported carriers through a single account. You can also connect your own carrier accounts if you have existing negotiated rates.
How does rate comparison work?
Enter the package dimensions, weight, and destination. ShipWave instantly fetches real-time rates from all available carriers and services, showing you the cheapest, fastest, and best-value options side by side.
Can I use ShipWave with my Shopify, Etsy, or eBay store?
Yes. ShipWave integrates directly with Shopify, Etsy, eBay, WooCommerce, and Amazon. Orders sync automatically, and tracking numbers push back to your store when you ship.
Is there a free plan or trial?
Yes. ShipWave offers a free plan that includes rate comparison and label purchasing. You only pay for the shipping labels you buy — there are no monthly fees to get started.
Explore More
Related Features
Quick Ship
Go from order to shipped in seconds with one-click label creation and smart carrier selection.
Learn more →
Package Presets
Save your box dimensions and weights once, then apply them instantly to any shipment.
Learn more →
Regional Carriers
Access OnTrac, LaserShip, Veho, and more for faster, cheaper last-mile delivery.
Learn more →
Start Saving on Every Shipment
Compare rates from 12+ carriers and purchase discounted shipping labels in seconds.