Logistics · head to head
Alpega vs Freightview

Alpega
Logistics
European TMS and freight exchange group behind Teleroute and Wtransnet
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
Freightview
Logistics
Freight shipping management to compare and book LTL and truckload rates
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Freightview has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Alpega coverage is strongly European, so a shipper with significant North American or Asian volume will need a second TMS and will lose the single-system benefit that justified the purchase.; Freightview higher-volume pricing tiers (51+ shipments) require contacting sales for custom quotes
- Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Alpega and Freightview actually diverge.
| Attribute | Alpega | Freightview |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | Free |
| Pricing model | quote | usage-based |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, Cloud, iOS, Android | Web |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Logistics).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Alpega
- Modular TMS
- Freight exchanges
- TenderEasy
- Real-time visibility
- Carrier verification
- Reusable packaging management
- Analytics and reporting
Only in Freightview
Nothing recorded that Alpega does not also cover.
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Alpega
- A European manufacturer that needs both contracted transport planning and spot capacity from the same suppliernot Freightview
- A shipper running periodic freight tenders across dozens of road hauliers and comparing rates on a common basisnot Freightview
- A logistics provider needing verified carrier credentials and credit checks before handing over a loadnot Freightview
- An operation tracking reusable pallets and crates through a European distribution networknot Freightview
Freightview
- Managing LTL shipments with dynamic pricing optionsnot Alpega
- Integrating parcel tracking into existing logistics systemsnot Alpega
- Comparing freight quotes across multiple carriers monthlynot Alpega
- Coordinating parcel shipments for growing ecommerce businessesnot Alpega
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Alpega
- Coverage is strongly European, so a shipper with significant North American or Asian volume will need a second TMS and will lose the single-system benefit that justified the purchase.
- The group was assembled from acquisitions including Teleroute, Wtransnet, TenderEasy and inet, so modules differ in interface and data model and cross-module workflows are less joined up than the group branding implies.
- The TMS and the freight exchanges are separately subscribed, so the combination that is the reason to choose Alpega costs two contracts rather than one.
- Pricing is unpublished and typically volume based on shipments or transport orders, so a business whose freight volume grows faces a cost curve it cannot model in advance.
- Freight exchange value depends entirely on carrier density on your specific lanes, and a shipper on thin or peripheral routes will find far less capacity than the headline carrier count suggests.
Freightview
- Higher-volume pricing tiers (51+ shipments) require contacting sales for custom quotes
Pricing, plan by plan
Alpega
On request- Alpega TMS$undefined/year
- Modular subscription by function and geography
- Priced by shipment or transport order volume
- Implementation and carrier onboarding quoted separately
- Freight exchange subscription$undefined/year
- Teleroute, Wtransnet or 123cargo access
- Subscription by user and country scope
- Carrier verification and credit information included
Freightview
Free- 0-50 shipments$149/month
- Up to 50 shipments per month
- 51-500 shipments$null/mo
- Custom pricing for 51-500 shipments per month
- 501-1000 shipments$null/mo
- Custom pricing for 501-1000 shipments per month
- 1001+ shipments$null/mo
- Custom pricing for 1001+ shipments per month
Which should you pick?
Choose Alpega if
- You need modular tms.
- You work on Web, Cloud, iOS, Android.
- You also want freight exchanges.
Questions people ask
- Is Alpega or Freightview better?
- Neither clearly leads. Alpega starts at On request and Freightview at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Alpega or Freightview?
- Freightview has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Alpega and Free for Freightview.
- Does Alpega or Freightview run on more platforms?
- Alpega runs on Web, Cloud, iOS, Android. Freightview runs on Web.
- Can I use Freightview for free?
- Yes. Freightview has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Alpega starts at On request.
- What is Alpega best used for?
- Alpega is most often used for a european manufacturer that needs both contracted transport planning and spot capacity from the same supplier, a shipper running periodic freight tenders across dozens of road hauliers and comparing rates on a common basis, a logistics provider needing verified carrier credentials and credit checks before handing over a load, an operation tracking reusable pallets and crates through a european distribution network. Of those, a european manufacturer that needs both contracted transport planning and spot capacity from the same supplier and a shipper running periodic freight tenders across dozens of road hauliers and comparing rates on a common basis are not what Freightview is typically brought in for.
- What can Alpega do that Freightview cannot?
- Alpega covers Modular TMS, Freight exchanges, TenderEasy, Real-time visibility.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Alpega: Are the freight exchanges included with the TMS?
No. Teleroute, Wtransnet and 123cargo are separately subscribed products, even though they belong to the same group.
Freightview: What is Freightview's entry-level pricing?
The entry-level plan is $149 per month for up to 50 shipments, with higher volumes requiring custom pricing quotes.
SourceAlpega: Does Alpega work outside Europe?
Its carrier network and regulatory coverage are built around European road freight. It operates in around 80 countries but the density that makes it useful is intra-European.
Freightview: Does Freightview offer a free trial?
Yes, Freightview offers a 14-day free trial with no upfront payment required. As stated: 'You get 14 days to try Freightview... if you don't put in your payment information, we don't charge you.'
SourceAlpega: Is pricing published?
No. TMS pricing is quoted by module and usually by shipment or transport order volume. Exchange subscriptions are quoted by user and country scope.
Freightview: How does Freightview handle high-volume shipments?
For businesses shipping 51 or more shipments per month, Freightview offers custom pricing. Customers can request annual prepayment options after consultation with sales.
SourceAlpega: What happened to Teleroute and Wtransnet as brands?
Both continue to trade under their own names as Alpega freight exchanges, alongside 123cargo.
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