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Locate2u vs ShipBob

Locate2u logo

Locate2u

Logistics

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

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
ShipBob logo

ShipBob

Logistics

E-commerce fulfillment and logistics platform

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Locate2u pricing quoted in AUD, not USD, requiring currency conversion for US customers; ShipBob no published pricing available; all costs require custom quote request
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Locate2u and ShipBob actually diverge.

Attributes where Locate2u and ShipBob differ
AttributeLocate2uShipBob
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsWebWeb, API
FoundedUnknown2014

Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), 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 Locate2u

Nothing recorded that ShipBob does not also cover.

Only in ShipBob

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

What people use each for

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

Locate2u

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

ShipBob

  • E-commerce order fulfillment and logisticsnot Locate2u
  • Multi-location inventory managementnot Locate2u
  • 2-day shipping across continental United Statesnot Locate2u
  • Global shipping to 250+ destinationsnot Locate2u
  • B2B and marketplace order fulfillmentnot Locate2u
  • Branded packaging and unboxing experiencesnot Locate2u
  • Returns managementnot Locate2u

Where each one falls short

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

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

ShipBob

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

Pricing, plan by plan

Locate2u

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Locate2u review.

ShipBob

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the ShipBob review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Locate2u if

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

Locate2u review

Choose ShipBob if

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

Questions people ask

Is Locate2u or ShipBob better?
Neither clearly leads. Locate2u 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, Locate2u or ShipBob?
Locate2u starts at On request and ShipBob at On request.
Does Locate2u or ShipBob run on more platforms?
Locate2u runs on Web. ShipBob runs on Web, API.
What is Locate2u best used for?
Locate2u is most often used for planning optimized multi-stop routes in seconds, real-time gps fleet visibility and tracking, proof of delivery via signature and photo capture, branded customer tracking and automated notifications. Of those, planning optimized multi-stop routes in seconds and real-time gps fleet visibility and tracking are not what ShipBob is typically brought in for.
What can Locate2u do that ShipBob cannot?
ShipBob covers Fulfillment services, Inventory management, Distributed warehousing, 2-day shipping.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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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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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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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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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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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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