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Head-to-head · Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions Software

Metapack vs Starshipit

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score Metapack #2 in Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions Software 8.7/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit Metapack
Starshipit #13 in Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions Software 7.6/10 From $31/mo · 30-day trial ✓ 5 of 5 features Visit Starshipit

Metapack leads on 0 checks, Starshipit on 5, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMetapack · 8.7/10
  • Most featuresStarshipit · 5 of 5

Metapack scores higher on our rubric for multicarrier parcel management solutions software: 8.7 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #13.

Starshipit offers rate comparison; Metapack doesn't publish it. Starshipit offers label generation; Metapack doesn't publish it. Starshipit offers returns management; Metapack doesn't publish it. Starshipit offers tracking notifications; Metapack doesn't publish it. Starshipit offers shipping rules; Metapack doesn't publish it.

Metapack is the better fit for retailers managing delivery choice and returns at scale. Starshipit is the better fit for growing retailers needing shipping rules and returns.

  • Metapack fits best

    Retailers managing delivery choice and returns at scale

  • Starshipit fits best

    Growing retailers needing shipping rules and returns

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Side by side

Feature Metapack 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Starshipit 7.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 7.6
Ranking #2 in Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions Software #13 in Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions Software
Best for Retailers managing delivery choice and returns at scale Growing retailers needing shipping rules and returns
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published $31/mo
Free plan Not published —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web Web, iOS, Android
Support Tickets, Phone, Email, Docs · 24/7 Docs
Integrations 350+ integrations 132+ integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Metapack 0/5 · Starshipit 5/5
Rate comparison Not published ✓ (best)
Label generation Not published ✓ (best)
Returns management Not published ✓ (best)
Tracking notifications Not published ✓ (best)
Shipping rules Not published ✓ (best)
Specs
Supported carriers Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Allocates shipments to carrier services using filters or booking codes
  • Supports checkout delivery choices and branded tracking
  • Offers a self-service returns portal with labels and tracking
  • Compares carrier rates and automates service selection with shipping rules
  • Creates labels, packing slips, manifests and customs documentation
  • Supports branded tracking, returns portals and 132 integrations
Cons
  • Pricing requires contacting sales
  • Workflows are accessed through web and API rather than a listed desktop app
  • Carrier and warehouse integrations may require configuration
  • No free plan; the free trial lasts 30 days
  • Advanced tracking, catalogue and packing tools start on Professional
  • Unlimited rules, carriers and users are reserved for Enterprise tiers
Our verdict

Retailers and logistics teams managing delivery across carrier services can use Metapack to coordinate shipment workflows, checkout choices, tracking, and returns. The platform is available through web and API, and its capabilities cover…

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Starshipit is a cloud shipping and fulfilment platform for eCommerce and omnichannel retailers, including teams supporting 3PL workflows. It connects carrier accounts with online stores and business systems in one dashboard, available…

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  1. MetapackMulticarrier Parcel Management Solutions Software 8.7Pricing on request
  2. StarshipitMulticarrier Parcel Management Solutions Software 7.6From $31/mo · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Metapack — where it wins

    • Allocates shipments to carrier services using filters or booking codes
    • Supports checkout delivery choices and branded tracking
    • Offers a self-service returns portal with labels and tracking

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting sales
    • Workflows are accessed through web and API rather than a listed desktop app
    • Carrier and warehouse integrations may require configuration

  • Starshipit — where it wins

    • Compares carrier rates and automates service selection with shipping rules
    • Creates labels, packing slips, manifests and customs documentation
    • Supports branded tracking, returns portals and 132 integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; the free trial lasts 30 days
    • Advanced tracking, catalogue and packing tools start on Professional
    • Unlimited rules, carriers and users are reserved for Enterprise tiers
  • Metapack8.7/10 · Pricing on request

    Metapack coordinates carrier allocation, delivery options, tracking, and returns through web and API.

    Visit MetapackFull verdict →
  • Starshipit7.6/10 · From $31/mo · 30-day trial

    A multi-carrier shipping hub with rules, returns and branded tracking for growing retailers.

    Visit StarshipitFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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