Shippo vs Pirate Ship
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Shipping Software for Ecommerce. Last verified June 12, 2026.
The short answer
Shippo ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #5) for Online stores managing shipping and labels. Top choice for its simple interface, developer-friendly API, and excellent pay-as-you-go pricing.
At a glance
| Shippo | Pirate Ship | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Shipping Software for Ecommerce | #5 / The 11 Best Shipping Software for Ecommerce |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 8.3 |
| Best for | Flexible pricing and API | Cheapest USPS/UPS rates |
| Pricing | $ ($0 to $199/mo) | $0 (Free to use) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | Los Angeles, USA |
| Founded | 2013 | 2014 |
Shippo
Top choice for its simple interface, developer-friendly API, and excellent pay-as-you-go pricing.
goshippo.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Shipping Software for Ecommerce
Pirate Ship
The best free software for accessing deep USPS and UPS discounts without monthly fees.
www.pirateship.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Shipping Software for Ecommerce
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