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EasyPost vs Locate2u

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EasyPost

Logistics

Shipping API for labels, rate shopping and tracking across 100+ carriers

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Locate2u

Logistics

One platform fee for route optimization, fleet visibility and proof of delivery

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only EasyPost has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: EasyPost enterprise shipping solutions (Forge, GlobalShip) and many analytics products require contacting sales; Locate2u pricing quoted in AUD, not USD, requiring currency conversion for US customers
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 29 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which EasyPost and Locate2u actually diverge.

Attributes where EasyPost and Locate2u differ
AttributeEasyPostLocate2u
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelusage-basedsubscription
Free tierYesNo

Identical on both: platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Logistics).

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

EasyPost

  • Comparing carrier rates and purchasing discounted postage in one dashboardnot Locate2u
  • Tracking multi-carrier package deliveries without separate carrier portalsnot Locate2u
  • Automating shipping label creation and address verificationnot Locate2u
  • Consolidating and load planning shipments for efficient packingnot Locate2u

Locate2u

  • Planning optimized multi-stop routes in secondsnot EasyPost
  • Real-time GPS fleet visibility and trackingnot EasyPost
  • Proof of delivery via signature and photo capturenot EasyPost
  • Branded customer tracking and automated notificationsnot EasyPost

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

EasyPost

  • Enterprise shipping solutions (Forge, GlobalShip) and many analytics products require contacting sales
  • Different product lines have different pricing models (freemium, subscription, usage-based)

Locate2u

  • Pricing quoted in AUD, not USD, requiring currency conversion for US customers
  • Starting price is AUD 1,100/month (approximately USD 730), significantly higher than many competitors

Pricing, plan by plan

EasyPost

Free
  • EasyPost Suite Free TierFree
    • Up to 3,000 labels with wallet carriers (postage excluded)
    • Access to EasyPost Suite shipping solutions
  • EasyPost Suite BYOCA (Bring Your Own Carrier Account)$20/month
    • $20/month subscription plus per-label fees
    • Use your own carrier accounts
  • Tracking API$0.01/per shipment
    • Basic tracking: $0.01-$0.03 per shipment
    • Advanced Tracking: $0.03 per shipment
  • Insurance & Protection API$null/usage-based
    • 1% of shipment value with $1.00 minimum charge per shipment

Locate2u

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Locate2u review.

Which should you pick?

Choose EasyPost if

  • You want to start without paying.
EasyPost review

Choose Locate2u if

Nothing in the data separates Locate2u from EasyPost on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.

Locate2u review

Questions people ask

Is EasyPost or Locate2u better?
Neither clearly leads. EasyPost starts at Free and Locate2u at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, EasyPost or Locate2u?
EasyPost has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for EasyPost and On request for Locate2u.
Does EasyPost or Locate2u run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use EasyPost for free?
Yes. EasyPost has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Locate2u starts at On request.
What is EasyPost best used for?
EasyPost is most often used for comparing carrier rates and purchasing discounted postage in one dashboard, tracking multi-carrier package deliveries without separate carrier portals, automating shipping label creation and address verification, consolidating and load planning shipments for efficient packing. Of those, comparing carrier rates and purchasing discounted postage in one dashboard and tracking multi-carrier package deliveries without separate carrier portals are not what Locate2u is typically brought in for.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

EasyPost: Does EasyPost offer a free plan?

Yes, EasyPost Suite offers a free tier with up to 3,000 labels per month using wallet carriers (postage is not included in the free tier; customers pay carrier rates separately).

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Locate2u: How much does Locate2u cost?

Locate2u's Platform plan starts at AUD 1,100/month (approximately USD 730) and scales with functionality. The Enterprise plan requires a custom quote. Optional modules for AI Agents, White Label, and API/Integrations are priced separately.

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EasyPost: What is EasyPost's tracking API cost?

EasyPost's Tracking API costs $0.01-$0.03 per shipment for basic tracking. Advanced Tracking costs $0.03 per shipment.

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Locate2u: Does Locate2u offer a free trial?

Yes, Locate2u offers a free trial period with no credit card required and full feature access to evaluate the platform before committing to a paid plan.

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EasyPost: How much does shipment insurance cost on EasyPost?

Shipment insurance costs 1% of the shipment value with a minimum charge of $1.00 per shipment.

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Locate2u: Are there additional costs for Locate2u add-ons?

Yes, optional modules are priced separately including AI Agents for dispatch and customer service, White Label custom branding, and API/Integrations for REST API and webhooks. All modules can be added to either Platform or Enterprise plans.

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