Fedex vs. UPS (w/ Poll)

I started out shipping UPS. Got an exception. They threw my package away. No insurance, no refund, no explanation of what happened. I then started shipping Fedex and haven't had any problems. Ive discovered in browsing the forums and reading peoples encounters that if something happens to your package, Fedex handles the situation a lot better than the BROWN CLOWNS.

 

I use both..REally no difference in price for me that I have noticed...

 

OP, you have GOT to start using the search function before an idea for a new thread pops up in your mind. I just searched the word "fedex" across the forum, selecting search titles only, and found at least 4 other threads exactly like this one (Fedex vs. UPS is the most common title). This is a lot of forum crowding of repetitive topics, please do us a favor and just rehash really old threads so that we can get more alerts without destroying our P/L ratios.

 

What size box did you use? Where were you shipping from and to? These things make a difference in price.

 

Yes, there are pages of threads about this topic if you search.

These poll results about line up with what I've seen - 80-90% of traders around here use Fedex. It's cheaper, does Saturday home delivery, and is often a day quicker on long trips. Ultimately though, they offer the same service, and some people use UPS due to drop-off convenience.

You have to create an online account with Fedex for the best pricing.

 

Yup, East coast to West coast cost $$ no matter size or weight.

 

I agree with cbeer, make sure you set up a FedEx account. The savings add up.

 

A word of advice: don't bother entering box dimensions. It's only purpose is to increase your cost, you'll never see a reduction benefit in your pricing.

 

I work at UPS and will never ever use them again to ship. After watching how the guys handle the packages and how many packages I see that get busted open night after night, it is ridiculous. Plus their shipping rates are higher as well. FedEx all day long, especially since you don't have to fork out $40/year for an account!

 

I shipped UPS originally because of convenience. There are two drop-off locations within 3 blocks of my apartment. On pricing though, Fedex can't be beat. I just shipped a 20lb standard 14x14x14 box from NYC to Cali. Paid $40+ from UPS. Just got quoted $25 from Fedex AND one less day for delivery time. I really hope this box gets there safely...

 

what are you a new hire? you do realize that fedex employees probably handle boxes just as bad as ups workers right? also what 40$/year are you talking about? I don't pay any fee for a ups shipping account, on top of that we as ups workers get a 8% shipping discount. I think you should quit ups and go work for fedex!

 

You don't need to have a ship center close by - just use the "schedule a pick up" option. It's free and they come to you.

 

I self deliver all packages. That way I get to visit each place I'm shipping to and share the beers. Look into it, it could be cheaper and easier.

Oh...and we're both in MD so if you ever want to bring me bottles I'm game.

 

Is this really necessary? I always thought people would use the most convenient service for them, what's closer, who seems to pick up earliest or latest or whatever.


Oh shit, never mind, there's a poll!

 

Fedex for the Saturday delivery and they'll hold packages at FedEx Office stores for free, UPS charges $5 to hold it at a UPS Store.

 

Why the hell would you ship a 5 pound box across country? That was your first mistake.....