They're the same price - definitely use Pirate Ship for international labels to get around Etsy "Global Postal International" nightmare. Etsy shipping also lets you use FedEx, which can be cheaper - by $3+ - on packages around 3 lbs, much more for heavier items shipped in plain packaging. Pirate Ship and Etsy Shipping Labels offer discounted USPS rates, which can save you up to 90% on shipping costs.
Moreover, Pirate Ship offers a free plan with no monthly fees, making it an excellent option for small Etsy sellers. On the other hand, Etsy Shipping Labels offers a convenient way to print shipping labels directly from your Etsy. Connect your Etsy shop to Pirate Ship's free USPS and UPS-certified shipping software to buy & print shipping labels at the cheapest shipping rates available.
Should I Use Pirate Ship or Etsy? When it comes to selling products online, one of the most crucial decisions you'll make is how to manage your shipping. Two popular options are Pirate Ship and Etsy, both of which offer unique benefits and drawbacks. In this article, we'll delve into the pros and cons of each platform, helping you decide which one is right for your online business.
So whatever deal Etsy is cutting with these two companies, the real cost is being downloaded onto sellers yet again. Etsy Labels are still free, but Pirate Ship's international labels are much cheaper than Etsy's. So some people who only sell on Etsy will either eventually have to pay more, or do a lot more work manually to get the cheaper rates.
For what I ship, Pirateship is about 3 dollars cheaper than Esty's labels. It does not come out of my shop balance, and it intergrates with Etsy. Tracking is updated instantly in my shop, and you talk to real person if there are ever any issues.
Pirateship has way better tracking than Etsy. Another thank you to @wadeorcas for recommending PirateShip. It's so easy to use! I was annoyed a few years ago when Etsy started taking shipping label cost from your balance, rather than letting you charge it to a card.
Well, now I use PirateShip for my labels so I can get those sweet, sweet airline miles! We review Pirate Ship, which offers discounted shipping rates to individuals and small businesses by leveraging customer volume. Re: Shipping difference in Etsy, USPS and Pirate Ship byCarolsThreads Crafty Poster 11-12-202005:58 PM I am listing an item that is to be shipped in a 25 1/2" x 6" x6" Priority box. Etsy shows an estimated shipping to be $62+.
Both USPS and Pirate Ship show estimates to the fartherest zone to be less than $20. What an I missing? Depending on what weight your pkgs are determines if Pirate Ship is cheaper for you. Smaller pieces are the same, heavier ones go by cubic ft.
You'll just have to try it out. Etsy labels are easier for me, but a perk with Pirate Ship is if you pay with a credit card, you can get points. You can expect prices to go up considering the cost of fuel.