Shipwell
3PL software
Freight management software
Transportation management systems (TMS)
Distribution software
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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- Retail and wholesale
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What is Shipwell
Shipwell is a cloud-based transportation management system used to plan, execute, and track freight shipments across modes. It supports shippers, brokers, and logistics teams that need carrier procurement, dispatching, visibility, and freight cost management in one platform. The product combines TMS workflows with real-time tracking and integrations to common enterprise systems to centralize transportation operations.
End-to-end TMS workflow
Shipwell covers core transportation processes such as load planning, tendering/dispatch, execution, and freight settlement in a single system. This reduces reliance on spreadsheets and disconnected point tools for day-to-day freight operations. It is oriented toward operational teams that manage recurring shipments and need standardized processes.
Integrated shipment visibility
The platform includes shipment tracking and exception management to monitor in-transit freight. This supports proactive communication when milestones are missed or conditions change. Compared with tools focused primarily on warehouse fulfillment, Shipwell is centered on transportation execution and visibility.
Connectivity and integrations
Shipwell provides integrations intended to connect with carriers and business systems (e.g., ERP/WMS and data feeds) to reduce manual data entry. This helps keep order, shipment, and cost data aligned across systems. Integration capabilities are important for teams coordinating transportation with distribution and inventory operations.
Implementation depends on data readiness
TMS deployments typically require clean master data (locations, carriers, rates, accessorials) and defined operating processes. If a team lacks standardized workflows, configuration and onboarding can take longer and require more internal change management. The value realized can vary based on integration scope and data quality.
Not a full WMS replacement
Shipwell focuses on transportation planning and execution rather than warehouse execution. Organizations needing advanced warehouse capabilities (picking, packing, labor, slotting) generally require a separate WMS. Distribution teams may need additional systems to cover end-to-end fulfillment beyond freight movement.
Carrier network coverage varies
Connectivity to carriers and telematics/ELD sources can differ by region, mode, and carrier technology maturity. Some carriers may still require email/portal-based tendering or manual updates, which reduces automation. Teams should validate supported integrations for their specific carrier mix and modes.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | Not publicly listed — contact sales | Online training, 24/7 support, up to 50 freight shipments per month (per Shipwell official blog). |
| Premium | Not publicly listed — contact sales | Branded shipment tracking, standard analytics, up to 300 freight shipments per month (per Shipwell official blog). |
| Enterprise | Not publicly listed — contact sales | Includes Premium features plus on-site training and unlimited freight shipments; typically enterprise onboarding and custom integrations (per Shipwell official blog). |
Seller details
Shipwell, Inc.
Austin, TX, USA
2016
Private
https://shipwell.com
https://x.com/shipwell
https://www.linkedin.com/company/shipwell/
