Alternatives · Shipping
ShipHawk alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best ShipHawk alternative for most people is ShipStation (2.6 GPA), third in our ranking of shipping software. The best free one is EasyPost (2.6 GPA). The catch, in its listing's words: "Free for up to 3,000 labels using Wallet carriers; postage is extra."
ShipHawk compared with 4 alternatives: ShipStation API (ShipEngine), EasyPost, ShipWorks and ShipStation.
ShipHawk's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 2 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ShipHawkThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| ShipStation API (ShipEngine) | Free plan · from $75/mo | Yes | Web |
| EasyPost | Free plan · from $20/mo | Yes | Web |
| ShipWorks | Free trial · from $189/mo | Trial only | Windows |
| ShipStation | Free trial · from $14.99/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS |
How each one differs from ShipHawk
ShipStation API (ShipEngine)
Shipping API with rate shopping, labels and tracking
- ShipStation API (ShipEngine) starts at $75 per month for up to 1,000 labels.
- ShipStation API (ShipEngine) has a free plan, which ShipHawk lacks.
- ShipStation API (ShipEngine) does not cover reports, inventory and barcode scanning, which ShipHawk does.
Suits: Developers adding shipping to a store or platform
EasyPost
Shipping API for labels, rate shopping and tracking
- EasyPost starts at $20 per month, plus a per-label fee.
- EasyPost has a free plan, which ShipHawk lacks.
- EasyPost does not cover reports, inventory and barcode scanning, which ShipHawk does.
Suits: Developers adding labels and tracking to an app
ShipWorks
Windows shipping software for warehouses and high-volume sellers
- ShipWorks starts at $189 per month for up to 5,000 shipments.
- ShipWorks also lists a Windows app.
- ShipWorks lists no web app, which ShipHawk has.
- ShipWorks also covers workflow automation.
- ShipWorks does not cover reports and inventory, which ShipHawk does.
Suits: Warehouses and sellers shipping several thousand orders a month
ShipStation
Shipping software for online sellers, priced by shipments a month
- ShipStation starts at $14.99 per month for up to 50 shipments, billed monthly.
- ShipStation also lists an iOS app.
- ShipStation also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Online sellers combining orders from several stores and marketplaces
Limits worth knowing in ShipHawk
- No prices are published; the pricing address redirects to the homepage and a demo request.
- It is software, not a carrier or a 3PL, so you need your own carrier accounts.
- It is built around ERP-connected operations, which may be more than a small shop needs.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to ShipHawk?
The alternatives to ShipHawk in this directory are ShipStation API (ShipEngine), EasyPost, ShipWorks and ShipStation. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with ShipHawk.
Is there a free alternative to ShipHawk?
Yes. ShipStation API (ShipEngine) and EasyPost have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which ShipHawk alternatives work on Windows?
The ShipHawk listing does not include a Windows app. ShipWorks lists one.
Which ShipHawk alternatives work on iOS?
The ShipHawk listing does not include an iOS app. ShipStation lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.