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[Infographic] Shipping Carrier Comparison: UPS vs. FedEx vs. the USPS

Written by Eric Nash
Published Sep 25, 2014

Stamps.com recently compiled an infographic revealing new data on how UPS, FedEx and the USPS compare in package tracking events, delivery times and overall costs. Stamps.com staff shipped 144 packages to all eight shipping zones across the U.S. from three separate locations.

Below is the full infographic. Learn more about carrier tracking scans, speed of delivery and total shipping costs (including surcharges) by downloading the free Who’s Winning the Shipping War? white paper.

Can’t see the UPS vs. FedEx vs. the USPS infographic? View it here (use your browser zoom to enlarge).

UPS vs. FedEx vs the USPS - Compare Shipping Carriers

If you’re looking for more interesting e-commerce shipping insight and data, Download the FREE white paper – Who’s Winning the Shipping War?

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