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What’s the best courier service in the UK?
Compare pros, cons, pricing, and features to find the best courier for small business owners below.
Royal Mail
If you’re sending parcels regularly within the UK, chances are that Royal Mail shipping services are one of the most affordable and reliable options. Although prices for parcels and stamps are likely to rise, according to BBC News.
What’s more, if you have an online marketplace like Etsy then you can buy and print postage labels straight from the platform, so all you need to do is drop your parcel off at the post office to get proof of postage.
Key features:
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delivery in 24 or 48 hours with online tracking (excluding Sundays and bank holidays)
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standard parcel delivery prices from £4.35
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parcel collection service
Amazon Logistics
Selling your products on Amazon? Amazon Logistics is frequently rated one of the best courier companies thanks to their reliable and fast delivery service. Earlier this year it was voted the best courier by MoneySavingExpert.com users.
Key features:
DPD
DPD offers a next-day delivery service across the UK, Europe, and the rest of the world.
While not the cheapest service out there, it was voted second for in a MoneySavingExpert.com user poll in 2021 – and actually held the top spot for seven years before that.
DPD also advertises ‘clean, green delivery’ across the UK with an expanding fleet of electric vehicles, and a drive to do more for the environment.
Key features:
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7-day delivery service with online tracking
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parcel delivery prices from £3.59 (two-day delivery)
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parcel collection service
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delivery to shop available for customers
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bulk parcel delivery tools integrate with online marketplaces like Etsy and Amazon
