EasyPost

easypost.com
Logistics & Shipping
Weekend Project

The shipping API for modern commerce

How to Replace EasyPost

Overview

EasyPost is a shipping logistics API platform that simplifies integrating carrier services into applications. It provides access to multiple carriers, real-time rates, label generation, and tracking capabilities.

Features

45 features across 18 categories

Account Management(1)

Carrier Account Management

Manage multiple carrier accounts and select preferred carriers per shipment.

Also in: Keeper, 1Password, Bitwarden

Analytics(3)

Cost Analysis DashboardPremium

Visualize shipping spend across carriers and routes.

Predictive Delivery AnalyticsAIPremium

Machine learning models predict on-time delivery likelihood.

SLA MonitoringPremium

Track carrier performance against service level agreements.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Communication(1)

Shipment NotificationsPremium

Send automated tracking updates to customers via email or SMS.

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Compliance(1)

Hazmat Shipping SupportPremium

Manage hazardous materials shipping with regulatory compliance.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Customization(1)

Custom Label TemplatesPremium

Design branded shipping labels with custom templates.

Also in: monday.com, Obsidian, Smartsheet

Data Management(1)

Shipment History

Maintain searchable records of all historical shipments.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Data Quality(1)

Address Validation

Validate and standardize shipping addresses to reduce delivery failures.

Developer Tools(5)

API Documentation

Comprehensive API docs with code examples and use cases.

REST API

RESTful API endpoints for full shipping platform functionality.

Sandbox Environment

Test API integration without incurring actual shipping costs.

SDK Libraries

Official SDKs for Python, Node.js, Ruby, Java, and Go.

Webhooks

Event-driven webhooks for real-time integration updates.

Also in: Jobber, Hugging Face, 1Password

Infrastructure(1)

API Rate Limiting

Implement intelligent rate limiting for stable API performance.

International(2)

Customs Declaration FormsPremium

Automatically generate and manage customs documentation.

Multi-Currency SupportPremium

Handle international shipments with multiple currency pricing.

Notifications(1)

Delivery Exception AlertsAIPremium

Automatically alert customers and support when delivery issues occur.

Performance(1)

Rate Caching

Cache rates to reduce API calls and improve performance.

Pricing(1)

Carrier Negotiated RatesPremium

Access negotiated discount rates from carriers based on volume.

Security(4)

Audit LoggingPremium

Track all API actions for compliance and debugging.

Data Encryption

Encrypt sensitive shipment data in transit and at rest.

Role-Based Access ControlPremium

Define user roles with granular permissions for security.

Webhook Security

Verify webhook authenticity using cryptographic signatures.

Shipping(13)

Barcode Scanning

Generate and scan barcodes for warehouse and fulfillment operations.

Batch Label Creation

Generate multiple shipping labels in bulk operations for high-volume commerce.

Batch Processing APIPremium

Process high-volume shipments efficiently with batch endpoints.

Dimensional Weight Calculation

Automatically calculate dimensional weight to optimize shipping costs.

Insurance OptionsPremium

Add carrier insurance or third-party insurance coverage to shipments.

International ShippingPremium

Handle customs, duties, and international carrier requirements seamlessly.

Label Generation

Create shipping labels automatically with carrier-specific formatting and requirements.

Multi-Carrier Integration

Connect to 100+ shipping carriers including USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL through a single API.

Pickup Scheduling

Schedule carrier pickups directly through the API without manual coordination.

Real-Time Rate Shopping

Get instant shipping rates from multiple carriers to compare costs and delivery times.

Return Label GenerationPremium

Create prepaid return labels for customer returns and reverse logistics.

Signature ConfirmationPremium

Require signatures on delivery for high-value shipments.

Smart RoutingAIPremium

AI-powered carrier selection based on cost, speed, and reliability.

Support(3)

24/7 MonitoringPremium

Round-the-clock system monitoring and incident response.

Dedicated Account ManagerPremium

Get a dedicated manager for enterprise accounts.

Training and OnboardingPremium

Custom training sessions for your development team.

Sustainability(1)

Carbon Offset TrackingPremium

Calculate and offset environmental impact of shipments.

Tracking(4)

Delivery Time Windows

View estimated delivery dates and time windows for shipment planning.

Parcel Split DetectionAIPremium

Identify when carriers split packages and track individual pieces.

Parcel Tracking Webhooks

Receive real-time notifications when shipment status changes.

Tracking Management

Monitor shipments in real-time with unified tracking across all carriers.

Pricing

Starter

Free
  • Pay-per-label
  • basic features

Professional

Popular
$0.50/mo
  • Per-label pricing
  • all basic features

Enterprise

Contact Sales
  • Custom pricing
  • volume discounts
  • dedicated support

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying EasyPost

Monthly$0.5/mo
Yearly$6/yr
5-Year Total$30

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$6
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$18
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$30
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 45 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a EasyPost alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 45 features.

Buy EasyPost

Better Value
Monthly cost$5/mo
3-year total$180
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying EasyPost saves ~$36,780 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 45 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

30 known integrations

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