How to Compare Shipping Rates: Post Office, UPS & FedEx

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How to Compare Shipping Rates: Post Office, UPS & FedEx

With so much competition in the shipping industry, a great way to save money is to compare the cost of a shipment among different companies. Three major shipping companies are United Parcel Service (UPS), FedEx and the United States Postal Service (USPS).

  1. USPS

    • You can determine the price for shipping an item by going to the United States Postal Service's website, where there is a shipping calculator. Rates vary depending on the weight of the item, how soon you need the item to arrive, and the method for shipping. First class mail costs 44 cents for the first ounce and 17 cents for each additional ounce.

    FedEx

    • Consult FedEx's website to calculate shipping costs by weight, mode of shipping and zone, using the website's rate finder.

    UPS

    • To determine the cost to send a package via UPS, check the online calculator on their website. Prices depend on shipping destination, time in transit, and the weight of the item.

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