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At a Glance
Flexport
Flexport
Star Rating
(16)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Flexport
ShipBob
ShipBob
Star Rating
(121)3.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (88.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about ShipBob
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Flexport excels in its "Warehouse Definition" features, particularly with a score of 9.0 for "Locations" and "Visualization," making it easier for businesses to manage their warehousing needs effectively. In contrast, ShipBob's scores in these areas are not as high, indicating potential limitations in warehouse management capabilities.
  • Reviewers mention that Flexport's "Inventory Management" features, particularly "Inventory Tracking" and "Inventory Forecasting," received impressive scores of 9.0 and 8.6 respectively. Users on G2 highlight that these features provide robust tools for maintaining accurate inventory levels, while ShipBob's scores in similar areas are lower, suggesting less comprehensive inventory management.
  • G2 users indicate that Flexport's "Client Management" feature shines with a score of 8.8, which is significantly higher than ShipBob's offerings. Reviewers say that this feature enhances customer relationships and streamlines communication, a critical aspect for businesses looking to improve their customer service.
  • Users say that Flexport's "Reports & Analytics" capabilities, scoring 8.4, provide valuable insights into supply chain operations, which is crucial for data-driven decision-making. In comparison, ShipBob's analytics features are perceived as less effective, with a lower score, leading to concerns about the depth of reporting available.
  • Reviewers mention that Flexport's "3PL Inventory Tracking" feature stands out with a remarkable score of 9.5, indicating a strong capability in tracking inventory across multiple locations. ShipBob, while functional, does not match this level of performance, which could impact businesses that rely heavily on precise inventory tracking.
  • Users on G2 report that Flexport's "Centralized Inventory Database" feature, scoring 8.9, allows for seamless management of inventory across various channels, which is a significant advantage over ShipBob's offerings. This centralized approach is often highlighted as a key factor in improving operational efficiency.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Flexport
No pricing available
ShipBob
No pricing available
Free Trial
Flexport
No trial information available
ShipBob
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
Not enough data
7.8
99
Ease of Use
Not enough data
7.9
100
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.6
46
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.4
38
Quality of Support
Not enough data
7.5
99
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
9
7.4
37
Product Direction (% positive)
Not enough data
7.4
90
Features by Category
Retail Distributed Order Management SystemsHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
Not enough data
8.3
22
Administration
Not enough data
8.6
21
Not enough data
8.5
20
Inventory Control
Not enough data
7.7
19
Not enough data
7.5
18
Omni-Channel
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.1
21
Not enough data
7.6
65
Supply Chain Operations
Not enough data
8.0
61
Not enough data
7.5
58
Not enough data
7.8
62
Customer Management
Not enough data
7.8
58
Not enough data
7.7
59
Not enough data
7.4
59
Analytics
Not enough data
7.4
53
Not enough data
7.8
64
Not enough data
6.8
53
Not enough data
8.5
30
Multichannel inventory management
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
8.2
16
3PL inventory management
Not enough data
8.5
18
Not enough data
8.2
18
Not enough data
8.8
20
Inventory Management
Not enough data
8.6
22
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
19
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
7.8
20
Inventory Management Platform Features
Not enough data
9.1
25
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
8.7
24
Not enough data
9.1
26
Not enough data
8.8
26
Not enough data
8.7
24
Not enough data
8.6
27
Not enough data
7.8
21
Not enough data
8.5
27
Not enough data
8.4
31
Warehouse Definition
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
8.3
23
Logistics
Not enough data
7.9
20
Not enough data
8.4
24
Not enough data
8.5
24
Analytics
Not enough data
7.9
24
Not enough data
7.0
21
Not enough data
7.7
20
Inventory Management
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.4
18
Inventory Management Platform Features
Not enough data
9.1
25
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
8.7
24
Not enough data
9.1
26
Not enough data
8.8
26
Not enough data
8.7
24
Not enough data
8.6
27
Not enough data
7.8
21
Not enough data
8.5
27
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Flexport
Flexport
ShipBob
ShipBob
Flexport and ShipBob are categorized as Inventory Control and Warehouse Management
Unique Categories
Flexport
Flexport has no unique categories
ShipBob
ShipBob is categorized as 3PL and Retail Distributed Order Management Systems
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Flexport
Flexport
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
75.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
6.3%
ShipBob
ShipBob
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
88.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
11.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Reviewers' Industry
Flexport
Flexport
Retail
18.8%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
6.3%
Plastics
6.3%
Paper & Forest Products
6.3%
Packaging and Containers
6.3%
Other
56.3%
ShipBob
ShipBob
Retail
20.0%
Consumer Goods
14.8%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
13.9%
Food & Beverages
13.0%
Apparel & Fashion
7.8%
Other
30.4%
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Flexport
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ShipBob
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Discussions
Flexport
Flexport Discussions
Why do you want to work at Flexport?
1 Comment
Md Shahadat Hossain T.
MT
Tram Condition Servicing Problem SolutionsRead more
What is freight forwarding Flexport?
1 Comment
Md Shahadat Hossain T.
MT
Weight depends on the sizeRead more
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ShipBob
ShipBob Discussions
Is ShipBob a good company?
1 Comment
CW
ShipBob Is a tech company NOT a shipping company. They don't care about your products or your store. They care about filling shelves of 3rd party warehouses...Read more
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