Discounted Shipping Labels: Get Commercial Rates Instantly
Print labels at 40-60% off retail rates without contracts or volume requirements
Where can I get discounted shipping labels?
Discounted shipping labels are available through shipping platforms that provide commercial rates. ShipWave offers USPS Commercial Plus pricing (up to 40% off), discounted UPS rates (up to 55% off), and FedEx discounts (up to 50% off). Start saving immediately - no contracts, no minimums.
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Real rates through ShipWave - save up to 54% vs retail
| Carrier | Service | Price | Delivery Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USPS | Priority Mail 2 lb (Retail) | $12.20 | 1-3 days | |
| USPS | Priority Mail 2 lb (Discounted) | $8.85 | 1-3 days | Cheapest |
| UPS | Ground 5 lb (Retail) | $16.50 | 1-5 days | |
| UPS | Ground 5 lb (Discounted) | $10.75 | 1-5 days | |
| FedEx | Ground 3 lb (Retail) | $14.25 | 1-5 days | |
| FedEx | Ground 3 lb (Discounted) | $9.50 | 1-5 days |
Priority Mail 2 lb (Retail)
Priority Mail 2 lb (Discounted)
Ground 5 lb (Retail)
Ground 5 lb (Discounted)
Ground 3 lb (Retail)
Ground 3 lb (Discounted)
* Prices shown are discounted ShipWave rates. Actual rates vary by exact dimensions, weight, and origin/destination.
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How Discounted Labels Work
Shipping platforms negotiate bulk rates with carriers, then pass savings to users. When you print a label through ShipWave, you're accessing the same commercial rates used by large retailers.
USPS Commercial Plus pricing is 20-40% below Post Office rates. UPS and FedEx platform discounts range 30-55% off published rates. These discounts apply automatically - no negotiation, no contracts, no minimum volumes required.
Discount Levels by Carrier
USPS Commercial Plus: Available through approved platforms. First-Class saves ~20%, Priority saves ~25%, Priority Mail Express saves ~30%.
UPS: Platform discounts of 35-55% off daily rates, with additional savings at volume tiers.
FedEx: Similar structure to UPS with 30-50% platform discounts.
You don't need to ship thousands of packages - platforms aggregate volume to unlock these rates for everyone.
Getting Started with Discounted Labels
Start printing discounted labels in minutes:
1) Sign up for ShipWave or another shipping platform (free)
2) Add your return address and payment method
3) Enter shipment details (destination, weight, dimensions)
4) Compare carrier rates and select the best option
5) Print your label and schedule pickup or drop off
No software to install, no hardware required - just a printer.
Pro Tips to Save More
Compare every shipment
The cheapest carrier changes based on weight, size, and zone. Platforms show all options side-by-side. Taking 30 seconds to compare saves $2-4 per package.
Use thermal labels for efficiency
Thermal printers ($100-200) eliminate ink costs and print faster. At 100+ labels monthly, they pay for themselves in 3-6 months.
Access exclusive services
Some discounted services aren't available retail. USPS Cubic pricing and Regional Rate boxes are only accessible through commercial accounts.
Schedule free pickups
All major carriers offer free package pickup when you use their labels. Save time by having packages collected daily or weekly.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Shipping platforms like ShipWave, Pirate Ship, and ShipStation offer discounted labels online. Sign up is free, and you pay only for labels. No minimums or contracts.
- Typical savings are 40-60% off retail rates. A Priority Mail label costing $12.50 at the Post Office might be $8.50 through a platform - saving $4 per label.
- Yes, discounted labels use the exact same carrier services. A Priority Mail label printed online delivers just as fast as one purchased at the Post Office - it just costs less.
- USPS offers Commercial Plus pricing to encourage online label printing, which reduces Post Office labor. Platforms aggregate millions of shipments to negotiate bulk rates.
- Yes, most platforms allow voiding unused labels within 14-30 days for full refund. USPS unused labels can be voided immediately.
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