CartonCloud
3PL software
Transportation management systems (TMS)
Warehouse management software
Distribution software
Inventory management software
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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- Accommodation and food services
- Agriculture, fishing, and forestry
- Transportation and logistics
What is CartonCloud
CartonCloud is a cloud-based logistics platform used by third-party logistics providers and transport operators to manage warehouse operations and transport execution in one system. It supports core workflows such as receiving, putaway, picking/packing, inventory control, dispatch, and delivery tracking, with customer portals and billing support for 3PL charging models. The product is typically used by small to mid-sized logistics businesses that need integrated WMS and TMS capabilities without deploying separate systems. It also provides integrations and APIs to connect with eCommerce, accounting, and carrier/label workflows.
Unified WMS and TMS
CartonCloud combines warehouse management and transport management in a single platform, which reduces the need to integrate separate WMS and TMS products. This is useful for 3PLs that run both storage/fulfillment and local distribution under one contract. Operational data (orders, inventory, jobs, POD) stays in one system, which can simplify exception handling and customer communication.
3PL billing and customer portals
The platform includes tools aimed at 3PL commercial operations, such as customer visibility and mechanisms to support chargeable activities. This helps align operational events (receipts, picks, dispatches, storage) with invoicing workflows. Compared with fulfillment-only tools in the reference space, this focus better fits multi-client 3PL environments where billing accuracy and customer reporting are central.
Integrations and API availability
CartonCloud supports integrations commonly needed in logistics operations, including accounting and order sources, and provides API capabilities for custom connectivity. This can reduce manual rekeying between systems and enable automation for order import, status updates, and inventory synchronization. It is relevant for 3PLs that must connect to multiple client systems and standard logistics tooling.
Less suited to enterprise complexity
Organizations with highly complex warehouse automation, advanced labor management, or multi-site optimization requirements may find gaps compared with enterprise-focused suites. Some advanced capabilities (e.g., deep automation controls, sophisticated slotting, or complex transportation optimization) may require additional systems or custom work. Fit tends to be strongest for small to mid-sized operators rather than large global networks.
Configuration and onboarding effort
Implementing a combined WMS/TMS typically requires careful configuration of workflows, rate cards, customer rules, and item/location structures. Data migration and integration setup can be time-consuming, especially for 3PLs onboarding multiple clients with different requirements. Teams may need dedicated process design and training to achieve consistent scanning and operational discipline.
Reporting depth varies by use case
Standard operational reporting may not cover every KPI or customer-specific dashboard requirement out of the box. Some users may need exports, BI tooling, or custom reports to meet contractual reporting obligations. This can add ongoing effort for analytics-heavy operations or 3PLs with many bespoke client scorecards.
Plan & Pricing
Warehouse plans
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | From $129 / week | Platform fee + volume-based order pricing. Packers: 3; Users: Unlimited; Customers: 3; Warehouses: 1; Mobile app; Customer Portal. |
| Professional | From $299 / week | Platform fee + volume-based order pricing. Packers: 10; Users: Unlimited; Customers: 15; Warehouses: 2; Mobile app; Customer Portal. |
| Professional Plus | From $699 / week | Platform fee + volume-based order pricing. Packers: 25; Users: Unlimited; Customers: Unlimited; Warehouses: 2; Mobile app; Customer Portal. |
| Enterprise | Custom | Contact sales for pricing. Enterprise features: Unlimited packers/users/customers; custom order volume pricing; Enterprise SSO, uptime SLAs, white labelling. |
E‑Commerce (in-house fulfilment) plans
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| E‑Com Starter | From $99 / week | Platform fee + volume-based consignment/consignment volume pricing. Packers: 2; Users: Unlimited; Warehouses: 1; Mobile app; Internal Portal. |
| Professional | From $299 / week | Platform fee + volume-based pricing. Packers: 5; Users: Unlimited; Warehouses: 2; Mobile app; Internal Portal. |
| Professional Plus | From $699 / week | Platform fee + volume-based pricing. Packers: 15; Users: Unlimited; Warehouses: 2; Mobile app; Internal Portal. |
| Enterprise | Custom | Contact sales for pricing. Enterprise features and custom order volume pricing. |
Transport (TMS) plans
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | From $49 / week | Platform fee + volume-based consignment pricing. Drivers: 5; Vehicles: Unlimited; Users: Unlimited; Customer Portal; Mobile app. |
| Professional | From $199 / week | Platform fee + volume-based consignment pricing. Drivers: 10; Vehicles: Unlimited; Users: Unlimited; Internal Portal; Mobile app. |
| Enterprise | From $499 / week (contact for details) | Platform fee + custom order volume pricing. Drivers/Vehicles/Users: Unlimited; Enterprise features and custom billing. |
Notes: All plans state a platform fee plus volume-based order/consignment pricing (i.e., pricing scales with usage). Many enterprise features and add‑ons (additional warehouses/packers, route optimisation, custom integrations) are listed as "add‑on" or "custom" on the official pricing page.
Seller details
CartonCloud Pty Ltd
Sydney, NSW, Australia
2013
Private
https://www.cartoncloud.com/
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