A local same day courier service allows you to send parcels within the same day, making it ideal for urgent deliveries, business operations, and last-minute requests. In Singapore, two popular options are Lalamove and GrabExpress.
This blog compares Lalamove vs GrabExpress, including pricing, speed, flexibility, and use cases, so you can choose the best local same day courier service for your needs.
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What Is a Local Same Day Courier Service?
A local same day courier service delivers parcels within the same day, typically within a few hours. These services are commonly used for:
- Urgent document delivery
- eCommerce same-day fulfillment
- Food or retail deliveries
- Business logistics
Most providers offer on-demand pickup, real-time tracking, and flexible delivery options.
Overview of Local Same‑Day Courier Service (Lalamove vs GrabExpress)
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Feature
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Lalamove
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GrabExpress
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Vehicle Options
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Motorcycle, car, van, lorry
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Motorcycle, car
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Max Weight
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Motorcycle: 10kg
Car: 40kg Van: 500kg Lorry 10ft: 1000kg |
Motorcycle: 10kg
Car: 10kg |
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Best For
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Real-time Tracking
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Book via EasyParcel
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Starting Price
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From S$5, depends on destination distance
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Action
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Same-Day Delivery at Lightning Speed
When to Use Local Same‑Day Courier Service (Lalamove vs GrabExpress)
Same‑day on‑demand services are ideal when you need immediate driver matching and delivery within 1–3 hours. If you can wait a day or want to save costs, standard next‑day courier services are a better choice.
Here’s a practical decision guide based on your parcel and urgency:
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Scenario
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Lalamove
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GrabExpress
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I need to send a large or bulky item (e.g., furniture, appliance).
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Excellent choice – multiple vehicle types, including vans and lorries.
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Not suitable – limited to small parcels.
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I need to send a small, lightweight parcel urgently (under 5kg).
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Works well – motorcycle delivery within 1 hour.
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Best choice – fast, reliable, and trusted Grab network.
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My parcel is heavy (over 10kg).
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Recommended – motorcycle handles up to 10kg; for heavier, use van/lorry.
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Not ideal – motorcycle limited to 5kg; van options limited.
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How to Use EasyParcel to Book Local Same Day Courier Service?
1. Login to your EasyParcel account.
2. Under “Send Parcel”, click on “On-Demand Delivery“.
3. Fill in the pick-up location, and drop-off points (can up to 9 points), select your preferred pick-up date and time and choose the transport type. Then, click on the “Quote” button.
4. Enter the sender’s and receiver’s details. Double-check all details and click on “Checkout”.
5. Confirm all the details and click on “Pay Now” button to proceed payment.
6. To print and download AWB, click the three dots icon next to the shipment. Select “Print AWB” from the dropdown menu.
Benefits of Using EasyParcel to Book Local Same Day Courier Service
Save Cost
Compare real-time rates from multiple couriers—ensuring you always get the most affordable option for your urgent delivery.
Peace of Mind
Track every same-day delivery in real time with EasyTrack and add EasyCover optional protection to protect valuable items.
Save Time
Use Express Driver Finder to instantly locate the nearest available driver—book your urgent delivery in minutes.
