Rapid Fulfillment vs ShipHero Fulfillment: Pricing Comparison (2026)
ShipHero's own fulfillment warehouses don't publish rates; reviews estimate about $2.50 per order plus $0.33 per additional pick, with 500+ orders a month to qualify. At 1,000 orders a month, Rapid's published fees come to $1,598 versus about $2,825 at ShipHero, a saving of $1,227 (43% lower).
ShipHero Fulfillment vs Rapid at a glance
Rapid figures are from Rapid's 2026 Standard Fulfillment Agreement, Schedule C. ShipHero Fulfillment figures are third-party estimates checked in October 2026; sources are listed at the end.
| Fee | Rapid Fulfillment | ShipHero Fulfillment |
|---|---|---|
| Pick & pack, per order | $1.40 → $1.05 by monthly volume (first pick, one insert, packing slip, label and standard mailer included) | About $2.50 per order (third-party) |
| Additional items / picks | $0.25 at 0–499 orders; $0.20 for picks 2–4 and $0.25 from pick 5 at 500+ | About $0.33 per additional pick (third-party) |
| Storage | $32 per pallet, $8 per shelf, $3 per bin per month; same rate all year | About $40 per pallet, $10 per shelf, $5 per bin (third-party) |
| Receiving | Free for 6 pallets or fewer; trucks and containers $150–$600 | About $35–$45 per hour (third-party) |
| Returns | $2.00 first unit, $0.40 second, $1.25 each after | Not published |
| Setup / onboarding | Waived | About $975 (third-party) |
| Monthly minimum | None. $49 account fee only in months under 100 orders | 500+ orders a month to qualify (third-party) |
| Store integrations | First store connection free; $24.99 per extra store | Not published |
| Deposit | $500 refundable, waived when you switch from another 3PL | None found |
| Postage | Billed separately at Rapid's carrier rates (from $5.02) | Flat-rate shipping by size and service (third-party) |
| Order processing | Same-day pick and pack | Not published |
Monthly cost: Rapid vs ShipHero Fulfillment
Fulfillment, storage, returns and account fees for three typical brands. Postage is excluded for both so the fees compare like for like. Competitor figures use the low end of each published range and count unpublished fees as $0, so savings are understated, not inflated.
| Brand profile | Rapid | ShipHero Fulfillment | Rapid saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small: 75 orders, 1.5 items each, 1 pallet, 5% returns | $203 | Needs 500+ orders | — |
| Growing: 1,000 orders, 1.5 items each, 4 pallets, 5% returns | $1,598 | $2,825 | $1,227 (43%) |
| Scaling: 3,000 orders, 2 items each, 10 pallets, 3% returns | $4,550 | $8,890 | $4,340 (49%) |
Try your own numbers in the Rapid savings calculator.
When ShipHero Fulfillment may be the better fit
- You already use ShipHero's WMS software and want one vendor for software and warehousing.
- You prefer flat-rate shipping by package size rather than zone-based postage.
Where Rapid comes out ahead
- No volume floor: Rapid serves brands from their first order, ShipHero reportedly needs 500+ a month.
- Lower pack rate at every tier: $1.05–$1.40 versus about $2.50.
- Setup waived versus a reported ~$975.
- $500 deposit waived for switchers.
How to switch from ShipHero Fulfillment to Rapid
- Get your quote. Send your monthly orders, items per order and storage needs. Rapid confirms your rates from the published schedule.
- Sign and skip the deposit. Attach a recent invoice from your current provider and the $500 security deposit is waived. Setup is waived too.
- Connect your store. Your first store connection is free, and orders sync automatically.
- Move inventory. Deliveries of 6 pallets or fewer are received free. Keep your current 3PL shipping until stock lands at Rapid, then switch order routing.
ShipHero Fulfillment vs Rapid: frequently asked questions
Is Rapid cheaper than ShipHero Fulfillment?
On the profiles we modeled, yes: about $1,598 versus $2,825 a month at 1,000 orders, before postage.
Does ShipHero have a minimum order volume?
Reviews report that ShipHero's fulfillment service needs about 500 orders a month. Rapid has no minimum.
Is ShipHero Fulfillment the same as ShipHero software?
No. ShipHero sells warehouse software to other 3PLs and also runs its own fulfillment warehouses. This page compares the fulfillment service.
Can I switch from ShipHero to Rapid without a deposit?
Yes. Rapid waives its $500 deposit for brands moving from another 3PL.
See your exact savings
Get a written quote on Rapid's published 2026 rates. Switching from another 3PL? Your $500 deposit is waived.
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Competitor pricing changes and is often quoted individually; confirm current rates with each provider. Figures checked October 2026. eightx: How much does ShipHero cost (Jun 2026) · FitSmallBusiness: ShipHero review. Rapid rates: Rapid pricing. Company names are trademarks of their owners; Rapid Fulfillment is not affiliated with them.
