Split Shipment Cost Calculator
Whether two parcels beat one oversized one.
Splitting is cheaper
$33.60
$14.40 difference
Splitting also usually reduces damage risk. Tell the customer to expect more than one parcel.
How the Split Shipment Cost Calculator works
Splitting an order into two parcels feels wasteful and is often cheaper. Once a single parcel crosses into oversize or a heavy weight band, two standard parcels can cost less, arrive faster and get damaged less.
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Frequently asked questions
When is splitting cheaper?
When one parcel would trigger an oversize surcharge or a punitive weight band. Two 20 lb parcels frequently cost less than one 40 lb parcel once additional handling is applied, and the difference can be substantial.
What are the downsides?
Two lots of packaging and labour, two tracking numbers to explain, and the risk of one arriving late. For customers, a split delivery reads as a problem unless it is communicated clearly in advance.
When does splitting happen involuntarily?
When part of an order is out of stock, or when items ship from different locations or suppliers. Those splits cost you the extra shipping without any of the surcharge saving, which is a real hidden cost of dropshipping from multiple suppliers.
Should I charge the customer for a split?
Almost never. A split is usually your operational choice or your stock problem, and charging twice for it is the fastest way to turn a saving into a complaint.