ShipStation vs Logentic: Which Is Right for Your Shopify Brand?

ShipStation has been a go-to shipping solution for e-commerce brands for years. But as your Shopify business grows, you might be wondering if a dedicated warehouse management system like Logentic would serve you better. Let's break down the key differences.

The Core Difference: Shipping Software vs. WMS

ShipStation is primarily a shipping software—it excels at printing labels, comparing carrier rates, and managing shipments. Logentic is a warehouse management system that includes shipping capabilities plus inventory management, picking optimization, receiving, returns, and warehouse operations.

Think of it this way: ShipStation helps you ship orders. Logentic helps you run your entire fulfillment operation, from the moment inventory arrives to the moment it leaves your dock.

When ShipStation Makes Sense

ShipStation can be a great choice if:

• You're shipping fewer than 50 orders per day
• You have a simple warehouse setup (single location, small team)
• Your main pain point is label printing and rate comparison
• You're comfortable managing inventory separately in Shopify

When to Consider Logentic Instead

Brands typically outgrow ShipStation when:

• Shipping errors are costing you—Logentic's barcode verification and pick confirmation virtually eliminate mispicks
• Inventory accuracy is a problem—Real-time sync across Shopify stores, bin/zone locations, and cycle counting keep stock levels accurate
• You need multi-warehouse support—Route orders to the optimal fulfillment center automatically
• Your team is your bottleneck—Batch picking, wave planning, and route optimization multiply efficiency
• Returns are a headache—Full RMA management, inspection workflows, and instant restocking

Feature Comparison

The Negotiated Rates Advantage

One area where Logentic stands out is shipping costs. While ShipStation offers discounted rates through partners, Logentic provides pre-negotiated rates with major carriers like FedEx, UPS, Canada Post, and Purolator that are typically reserved for high-volume shippers.

Many brands save $1-3 per order by using Logentic's negotiated rates combined with intelligent rate shopping. For a brand shipping 200 orders per day, that's $12,000-36,000 in annual savings on shipping alone.

Pricing Comparison

ShipStation pricing starts at $9.99/month for 50 shipments and goes up to $229.99/month for 10,000+ shipments. Additional users cost extra on most plans.

Logentic uses a base + per-order model starting at $99/month (annual) + $0.27/order. While the base cost is higher, the value equation changes when you factor in:

• Unlimited users included (no per-seat fees)
• Shipping savings from negotiated rates ($1-3/order)
• Reduced error costs (fewer returns and reshipping)
• Labor efficiency gains (2-3x productivity)
• No need for separate inventory management tools

Making the Switch

If you're currently on ShipStation and considering Logentic, the transition is straightforward. Logentic's onboarding team handles the migration, including:

• Shopify integration setup (orders, products, inventory)
• Carrier account connections or setup with our negotiated rates
• Warehouse configuration (locations, bins, zones)
• Team training on the new system

Most brands are fully operational on Logentic within 1-2 weeks, with no disruption to ongoing fulfillment.