How to Choose a Courier Based on Parcel Size

Know Your Parcel Size 📏

Before choosing a courier, you will have to know 2 main things which are your parcel weight (kg/g) and dimensions (L x W x H in cm). Even if your parcel feels light, don’t skip this step!

This step will help you to calculate your parcel’s volumetric weight which is required by many couriers especially for large but lightweight items. The formula are shown as below:

Volumetric Weight (kg) = (L x W x H) / 5000

After you have both your actual weight that shows in your weighing scale and its volumetric weight, remember to declare the higher weight during your shipment booking to avoid weight dispute and get extra charges.

Categorize Courier Group by Parcel Size📦

Now let’s categorize common parcel sizes and which couriers might suit them best. Here are some recommendations from EasyParcel.

Small Parcels

Examples: Books, makeup and phone accessories.

✅ Courier Suggestions:

A. Pos Malaysia MELPlus – Affordable and fast for small packages

• Max weight: 2kg
• Max dimensions: 35cm x 25cm x 5cm, L + W + H ≤ 65cm.

B. Lalamove – If you need same-day delivery nearby

• Max weight: 10kg (Motorbike)
• Max dimensions: 40cm x 40cm x 40cm

📌 Tips: Use plastic flyers or small boxes to save space and cost.

Medium Parcels

Examples: Clothes, kitchenware and gadgets

✅ Courier Suggestions:

A. DHL eCommerce – Great for tracked deliveries at low cost

• Max weight: 30kg
• Max dimensions: L + W + H ≤ 250cm

B. Ninja Van – Budget-friendly and handles parcels up to 30kg

• Max weight: 30kg Max dimensions:
• For Delivery to Singapore: Length + Width +Height < 200cm, maximum of 100 cm per side
• For Delivery to Philippines and Vietnam: Length + Width +Height < 300cm, maximum of 100 cm per side

C. Lalamove – Handle parcels up to 40 kg

• Max weight: 40kg (Car)
• Max dimensions: 50cm x 50cm x 50cm

D. City-Link Express – Good for slightly heavier parcels

• Max weight: 40kg
• Max dimensions: Either one dimension shall not exceed 50cm, L + W + H < 450cm.

E. Flash Express – Handles parcels up to 50kg

• Max weight: 50kg
• Max dimensions: Either one dimension shall not exceed 200cm, Length + Width + Height < 300cm.

📌 Tips: Double-check their size limits to avoid some extra charge if you go over, even by a little bit.

Large Parcels

Examples: Small furniture, bulk items and electronics.

✅ Courier Suggestions:

A. J&T Express – Popular for e-commerce sellers as it is reliable

• Max weight: 70kg
• Max dimensions: Either one dimension shall not exceed 150cm, L + W + H = 300cm.

B. Skynet – Can handle bigger parcels but check their pricing tiers

• Max weight: 80kg

C. J&T Cargo – Bulky shipment with affordable prices.

• Max weight: 300 kg
• Max dimensions: Either one dimension shall not exceed 400 cm, L + W + H ≤ 480cm.

D. Lalamove – Best for same-day delivery and bulky local delivery

• Max weight: 800kg (7ft / 8ft Van), 2500kg (10ft / 14ft Lorry)
• Max dimensions: Varies by vehicle

📌 Tips: For local delivery, on-demand services like Lalamove can be more affordable than traditional couriers!

Compare Rates and Delivery Period 💸

Your parcel size will affect your shipping fees, the bigger, the pricier. But some couriers offer better value at specific weight ranges. You can use EasyParcel to help you to decide which courier to use. 💫

What you need to do is just fill in your parcel weight and shipping destinations, then you will be directed into a courier comparison list based on your delivery details. There, you can choose the courier that is ideal for your parcel. Easy right?😎

Consider Pick-Up or Drop-Off then Booking 🚚

To make your shipping journey smoother, you also need to decide whether you want to drop off your parcel or seek for door to door pick up by the courier based on your parcel size before booking.

💡Here are some suggestions for you to handle your parcel:

• Small parcels are light and easy to handle, so you drop them off at a point or mailbox.
• Medium parcels may need you to visit a courier drop off point if you don’t have pick-up.
• You are suggested to use a courier with door-to-door pick-up if your parcels are huge as they are difficult to handle.