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Extensiv vs ShipBob

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Extensiv

Inventory

Omnichannel fulfillment and inventory platform

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On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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ShipBob

Logistics

E-commerce fulfillment and logistics platform

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Extensiv sold as separate products, including 3PL Warehouse Manager, Billing Manager, Integration Manager and the Small Parcel Suite, rather than one system; ShipBob no published pricing available; all costs require custom quote request
  • They diverge on capability: Extensiv covers Omnichannel fulfillment, ShipBob covers Fulfillment services.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Extensiv and ShipBob actually diverge.

Attributes where Extensiv and ShipBob differ
AttributeExtensivShipBob
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsWeb, Mobile app, Cloud-basedWeb, API
CategoryInventoryLogistics
Founded20062014

Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Extensiv

  • Omnichannel fulfillment
  • Warehouse management
  • Order routing
  • Inventory optimization
  • Walmart
  • eBay
  • NetSuite

Only in ShipBob

  • Fulfillment services
  • Inventory management
  • Distributed warehousing
  • 2-day shipping
  • WooCommerce
  • BigCommerce
  • Klaviyo

Both cover

  • Shopify
  • Amazon
  • Web support
  • Mobile app support
  • Cloud-based support

What people use each for

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

Extensiv

  • Warehouse management for a third-party logistics providernot ShipBob
  • Billing warehouse clients for storage and handlingnot ShipBob
  • Order and inventory sync across sales channelsnot ShipBob
  • Small parcel rate shopping and label printingnot ShipBob
  • Managing a network of fulfilment partnersnot ShipBob

ShipBob

  • E-commerce order fulfillment and logisticsnot Extensiv
  • Multi-location inventory managementnot Extensiv
  • 2-day shipping across continental United Statesnot Extensiv
  • Global shipping to 250+ destinationsnot Extensiv
  • B2B and marketplace order fulfillmentnot Extensiv
  • Branded packaging and unboxing experiencesnot Extensiv
  • Returns managementnot Extensiv

Where each one falls short

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

Extensiv

  • Sold as separate products, including 3PL Warehouse Manager, Billing Manager, Integration Manager and the Small Parcel Suite, rather than one system
  • Built for third-party logistics providers rather than brands running their own warehouse
  • Pricing is not published

ShipBob

  • No published pricing available; all costs require custom quote request
  • No free tier or free trial available

Pricing, plan by plan

Extensiv

On request
  • Standard$500/month
    • Core features
    • 10 users
    • Standard support
  • Professional$1000/month
    • Advanced features
    • 25 users
    • Priority support
  • Enterprise$2500/month
    • Full platform
    • Unlimited users
    • Dedicated support

ShipBob

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the ShipBob review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Extensiv if

  • You need omnichannel fulfillment.
  • You work on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based.
  • You also want warehouse management.
Extensiv review

Choose ShipBob if

  • You need fulfillment services.
  • You work on Web, API.
  • You also want inventory management.
ShipBob review

Questions people ask

Is Extensiv or ShipBob better?
Neither clearly leads. Extensiv starts at On request and ShipBob at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Extensiv or ShipBob?
Extensiv starts at On request and ShipBob at On request.
Does Extensiv or ShipBob run on more platforms?
Extensiv runs on Web, Mobile app, Cloud-based. ShipBob runs on Web, API.
What is Extensiv best used for?
Extensiv is most often used for warehouse management for a third-party logistics provider, billing warehouse clients for storage and handling, order and inventory sync across sales channels, small parcel rate shopping and label printing. Of those, warehouse management for a third-party logistics provider and billing warehouse clients for storage and handling are not what ShipBob is typically brought in for.
What can Extensiv do that ShipBob cannot?
Extensiv covers Omnichannel fulfillment, Warehouse management, Order routing, Inventory optimization. ShipBob covers Fulfillment services, Inventory management, Distributed warehousing, 2-day shipping. Both handle Shopify, Amazon, Web support, Mobile app support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Extensiv: Does Extensiv publish its pricing publicly?

No. Extensiv does not disclose pricing information on its website. Customers must request a demo or contact the company at 888-375-2368 to obtain pricing details.

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ShipBob: How much does ShipBob cost?

ShipBob uses quote-based pricing reflective of total fulfillment costs including inventory receiving, warehousing, picking, packing, and shipping. Specific pricing requires submitting a custom quote form with business details.

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Extensiv: Does Extensiv offer any free products?

Yes. Extensiv's Integration Manager tool is available to get started for free at https://app.cartrover.com/signup.php, but main products require contacting sales for pricing.

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ShipBob: Is ShipBob software free?

Yes, ShipBob's software is completely free for all customers, as well as connecting all turnkey integrations. Customers only pay for fulfillment services and shipping costs.

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ShipBob: What additional services can incur fees with ShipBob?

Additional fees apply for specialized services including kitting, B2B/wholesale orders, EDI compliance, returns processing, custom packaging storage, branded boxes, and any services beyond standard fulfillment.

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