Running a Shopify store in Australia usually means juggling carriers, delivery times, and customer expectations that shift from one order to the next. The right shipping app can take a lot of that pressure off your plate. Instead of guessing which courier is cheaper or faster, a good tool sorts out the messy bits behind the scenes and lets you focus on getting orders out the door without the stress. Here’s a fresh look at the apps that actually make a difference for Aussie merchants.
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Top Shipping Apps for Shopify Stores in Australia
1. Shippit
Shippit is pretty much the control tower for shipping here in Aus. Instead of logging into Australia Post, Sendle, Fastway, DHL (whoever) separately, everything lives in one spot. You set rules like “anything under 500g goes with Sendle, everything else AusPost Priority” and it just happens. Bookings, labels, tracking updates back to Shopify all automatic.
They’ve also got some decent reporting so you can see if, say, half your orders are getting stuck in Melbourne for some reason. If you’ve got your own vans or runners, there’s fleet stuff too. Honestly, once we got it dialed in, shipping became the least stressful part of the day.
Key Highlights:
- Multi carrier setup for retail shipping
- Automated booking workflows and fulfilment tools
- Tracking and notification features for customers
- Options for fleet management and route planning
- Reporting tools for operational visibility
Who it’s best for:
- Shopify stores looking to manage several carriers in one system
- Retailers needing both national and international delivery options
- Teams that want to automate fulfilment tasks
- Merchants who value detailed shipping visibility and tracking features
Contact Information:
- Website: www.shippit.com
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/shippit-connect
- E-mail: privacy@shippit.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/getshippit
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/shippit
2. ShipStation
ShipStation feels a bit more “international big-brand” than the others. If you’re selling on Shopify plus eBay plus Amazon plus maybe your own site, it pulls everything into one dashboard. The automation rules are insane. You can do things like “if the customer’s in WA and the order’s over $100, slap on Express Post and add a free gift note”.
We use the branded tracking pages that look way more legit than the standard carrier ones. Downside is it’s a little more expensive once you get busy, but yeah, it scales like crazy.
Key Highlights:
- Centralised dashboard for multi channel order management
- Automation tools for labels, rules, and workflows
- Wide carrier and marketplace integrations
- Branded tracking and return options
- Mobile app support for monitoring shipments
Who it’s best for:
- Shopify sellers with multiple selling channels
- Stores wanting to automate repetitive shipping tasks
- Merchants handling a high volume of daily orders
- Businesses that need flexible carrier connectivity
Contact Information:
- Website: www.shipstation.com
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/shipstation
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/ShipStation
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/shipstation
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/shipstation
- Phone: 61-2-4058-4690
3. ReadyToShip
This one’s the local hero. Super simple, built purely for Aussie stores. It’s basically “click click done” for labels. Orders drop in from Shopify, you print a batch of labels (or one at a time if you’re chill), and it pushes tracking straight back into Shopify and sends the customer email. No fluff.
Their support is in Melbourne I think, which is nice when you ring up and they actually know what “Toll IPEC” is without you explaining. If you’re small-medium and mostly ship domestically, this is the one I’d start with.
Key Highlights:
- Direct integrations with major Australian carriers
- Automated order syncing and label creation
- Batch processing for picklists, invoices, and labels
- Tracking uploads back to Shopify
- Local support and simple onboarding
Who it’s best for:
- Australian Shopify stores needing straightforward label creation
- Small to medium merchants wanting a simple, local shipping workflow
- Sellers who prefer working with domestic carriers
- Businesses looking for a tool focused on day to day fulfilment essentials
Contact Information:
- Website: www.readytoship.com.au
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/readytoship
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/readytoship
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/readytoship-com-au
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/readytoship_au
- Address: Wonga Park 3115 Australia
- Phone: +61 3 9988 1138
4. Coghlan
Coghlan is a Sydney-based 3PL (warehouse in South Granville). They do the whole thing: storage, pick & pack, shipping, returns, kitting, custom boxes, whatever’s needed. Hooks up to Shopify without drama. A lot of stores jump to them once orders hit a few hundred a month and the garage starts looking like a war zone. People who use them tend to stay the team actually knows retail logistics inside out and doesn’t ghost you when things go sideways.
Key Highlights:
- End to end fulfilment support including storage, picking, packing, and shipping
- Integrations with major shopping cart systems
- Options for tailored packaging, kitting, and pre packing
- Returns and reverse logistics management
- Support for Australia and New Zealand order handling
Who it’s best for:
- Shopify stores that want to outsource fulfilment
- Sellers with a growing order volume who cannot manage logistics in house
- Businesses needing help with returns, custom packaging, or multi step handling
- Merchants wanting a connected fulfilment partner that fits into existing systems
Contact Information:
- Website: coghlan.com.au
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/Coghlan-Pty-Ltd/100064155454267
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/coghlan
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/coghlan3pl
- Address: 4-8 Ferndell Street South Granville NSW 2142
- Phone: +61 2 9828 0111
5. PluginHive
PluginHive makes a bunch of lightweight shipping apps. The one most Aussies install is their Australia Post plugin. Takes five minutes to set up, pulls live rates at checkout, prints labels straight from the order page, pushes tracking back automatically all inside Shopify, no extra tabs. They’ve got versions for DHL, Aramex etc., but the AusPost one is easily the cleanest and cheapest. Perfect for anyone who basically lives in their Shopify admin and hates clicking away.
Key Highlights:
- Direct carrier account integrations including Australia Post
- Real time rates, label creation, and tracking from inside Shopify
- Bulk and automated printing options
- Tools for international shipping paperwork
- Apps available for multiple e commerce platforms
Who it’s best for:
- Shopify stores that want shipping tools built directly into their dashboard
- Sellers who prefer using their own carrier accounts
- Stores managing a mix of domestic and international orders
- Merchants who need automation to handle larger daily volumes
Contact Information:
- Website: www.pluginhive.com
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/australia-post-rates-labels
- E-mail: support@pluginhive.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/pluginhive
- Twitter: x.com/PluginHive
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/pluginhive
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/pluginhive_
- Address: #214, 1st Floor, 1st AA Cross Road 2nd Main Road Kasturi Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560016 INDIA
6. 2Ship
2Ship is that nerdy tool that always picks the cheapest or fastest courier for you. Connect all the carrier accounts, set a couple rules (“cheapest under 3 kg”, “fastest to WA”, whatever), and it just does the thinking. Often saves a couple bucks per order without anyone lifting a finger. The guys are based in Melbourne, support actually answers the phone, interface looks like it’s from 2015 but it never breaks. Solid if you’re lazy about choosing carriers (or just hate overpaying).
Key Highlights:
- Centralised platform for booking and managing shipments
- Carrier comparisons and automated selection rules
- One screen workflow for reviewing and processing orders
- Tools that support multi carrier setups
Who it’s best for:
- Shopify stores using multiple carriers in Australia
- Merchants who want to compare shipping options in one place
- Sellers looking to automate carrier choice and routine tasks
- Businesses needing a single hub instead of several carrier portals
Contact Information:
- Website: www.2ship.com
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/2ship-connects
- E-mail: davidb@2ship.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/2ShipSolutions#
- Twitter: x.com/2Ship
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/2ship-solutions
- Address: 28 Haughton Rd, Oakleigh VIC 3166, Australia
- Phone: 03 8687 9825
7. Fast Courier
Fast Courier offers a Shopify integration that brings their courier comparison system straight into your workflow. Their app pulls in a whole mix of carriers, including some pretty obscure ones, and it usually manages to surface a cheaper option, especially for larger parcels or pallet shipments. The whole thing still feels a bit better in places, and the fact that the actual Shopify app listing is called “fc-dev” always makes me laugh, but it does what it needs to do. When you’re dealing with odd-sized freight and don’t feel like calling ten different courier companies to chase quotes, it’s surprisingly handy.
Key Highlights:
- Centralised access to multiple Australian courier services
- Automatic label creation and pickup location updates
- Custom shipping pricing rules for products and cart values
- Integrated portal for managing orders across different carriers
- Support for parcel and freight bookings
Who it’s best for:
- Stores sending parcels of different sizes across Australia
- Teams that need a single place to compare carrier options
- Businesses wanting basic automation for labels and bookings
- Shopify stores working with several couriers at once
Contact Information:
- Website: fastcourier.com.au
- Email: hello@fastcourier.com.au
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/fc-dev
- Address: Suite 3/271 Alfred ST N, North Sydney NSW 2060
8. FreightExchange
FreightExchange is honestly a bit of a lifesaver if you ship anything bigger than a shoebox. Their app pulls proper freight quotes straight into checkout (no more cart abandonment because the shipping suddenly jumps to $80). Then in the backend the warehouse crew can quote, book, print manifests and track everything in one spot. It plays nice with ERPs and all the usual carriers. If you’re moving pallets, furniture, gym equipment or anything bulky give these guys a look. Sydney-based too, which is always nice.
Key Highlights:
- Accurate shipping rates pulled directly into Shopify checkout
- Centralised quoting, booking, and tracking across carriers
- Tools for labels, manifests, invoices, and documentation
- Cloud based system for shared access across teams
- APIs and integrations for ERPs, CRMs, and carrier networks
Who it’s best for:
- Stores handling both freight and standard parcels
- Teams that need shared visibility across warehouse and admin roles
- Businesses with evolving logistics setups and multiple systems
- Shopify merchants wanting automated rate updates and booking tools
Contact Information:
- Website: www.freightexchange.com.au
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/freightexchange
- E-mail: ops@freightexchange.com.au
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/freightexchange
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/freightexchange
- Address: Suite 207, 46 Kippax St, Surry Hills, Sydney NSW 2010 AUSTRALIA
9. Aramex
Aramex built their own little Shopify app (actually built by some Aussie devs) that hooks straight into aramexConnect. You just link your Aramex account, and boom – labels print from inside Shopify, authority-to-leave or signature options show up at checkout, returns are easy. Nothing fancy, but if you’re already using Aramex a fair bit (or their rates work for your products), it saves heaps of copying and pasting. The PIN-delivery thing is kinda cool for higher-value stuff too.
Key Highlights:
- Integration with aramexConnect for label creation and order sync
- Multiple delivery options including authority to leave and signature
- Support for returns and collections through the portal
- Optional secure PIN service for added delivery checks
- Priority service available for faster handling
Who it’s best for:
- Stores already shipping with Aramex or considering their network
- Businesses wanting simple, predefined delivery choices
- Merchants handling both domestic parcels and return shipments
- Teams looking for a direct link between Shopify and Aramex systems
Contact Information:
- Website: www.aramex.com.au
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/aramex
- E-mail: privacy_au@aramex.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/AramexAU
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/aramex-australia
- Address: Australia Level 9, 491 Kent Street Sydney NSW 2000
10. Couriers & Freight
This one’s been around forever. It’s basically a big comparison dashboard that sits on top of Shopify. Orders flow in, you see live rates from 20+ couriers (Allied, Direct Couriers, Hunter Express, whatever) and pick the one you want. Good if you hate being locked into one carrier or you ship a real mix of stuff – tiny satchels one day, 20 kg boxes the next. The checkout rates are spot-on too, which customers love.
Key Highlights:
- Integration that syncs Shopify orders into one dashboard
- Access to many courier partners across domestic and international services
- Live checkout rates that show real-time costs
- Bulk label printing and documentation generation
- Tools for comparing carriers based on speed and cost
Who it’s best for:
- Stores that ship through several carriers and want everything in one place
- Shopify sellers who need both parcel and freight options
- Businesses that want to offer live rates at checkout
- Teams looking to reduce manual handling during fulfillment
Contact Information:
- Website: www.couriersandfreight.com.au
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/Couriers-and-Freight/100065453771236
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/couriers-and-freight
- Address: u1/46 Garema Cct, Kingsgrove,Sydney, NSW, Australia 1480
- Phone: +61 1300 101 110
11. Zappy
Zappy feels like the new kid that’s trying really hard. Orders come in from Shopify, addresses get cleaned automatically, you pick the box size, it spits out the cheapest/fastest carrier options, print labels in batch, book pickups all without leaving the screen. Support is super responsive and they keep adding integrations. Still early days compared to the big dogs, but I’ve got a couple mates who’ve switched to it and haven’t looked back.
No fancy website link because they’re mostly word-of-mouth right now, but search “Zappy” in the Shopify app store and it’ll pop up.
Key Highlights:
- Order import from Shopify with automatic status updates
- Address validation and packaging workflow tools
- Multi-carrier quotes and batch label printing
- Tracking, returns, and pickup bookings in one place
- Broad integration support across ecommerce and inventory platforms
Who it’s best for:
- Shopify stores that want a faster dispatch workflow
- Sellers managing multiple selling or inventory systems
- Teams that need built-in returns and tracking management
- Businesses that prefer handling quotes and labels from a single platform
Contact Information:
- Website: www.zappy.au
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/zappy-sync
- E-mail: sales.au@shipzappy.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/shipzappy
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/shipzappy
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/shipzappy
- Address: Level 26 1 Bligh Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
- Phone: 1800 292 779
12. Interparcel
Interparcel is basically the lazy person’s dream. You don’t need accounts with twenty different couriers – just sign up once and suddenly you’ve got access to pretty much everyone (TNT, DHL, AusPost, Fastway, whoever). Orders land in one dashboard, you compare prices, print a stack of labels, done. They also do branded tracking pages that actually look half decent instead of the usual ugly carrier ones. Solid if you hate admin as much as I do.
Key Highlights:
- Access to many couriers without creating separate accounts
- Bulk label printing and automation tools
- Live shipping rates at checkout
- Branded tracking pages with customer notifications
- Option to use existing Australia Post accounts
Who it’s best for:
- Shopify stores that ship with different carriers and want to centralise everything
- Businesses aiming to simplify tracking and customer updates
- Sellers that want automated fulfillment rules
- Teams looking for a straightforward multi-carrier setup without extra subscriptions
Contact Information:
- Website: au.interparcel.com
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/interparcel-australia
- E-mail: help@interparcel.com.au
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/interparcelaustralia
- Twitter: x.com/interparcelau
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/interparcel-australia
- Address: Suite 1.02, 15 Bourke Road Mascot, NSW, 2020
- Phone: 135 443 917
13. Starshipit
Starshipit is one of the big dogs everyone ends up on eventually. Rules engine is ridiculous, you can set it to auto-pick Sendle under 1 kg, AusPost Priority over that, StarTrack for anything going to WA, whatever. Address auto-correction saves about 47 support tickets a week, and the branded tracking + returns portal means customers stop messaging “where’s my stuff”. Bit pricier once you get busy, but honestly worth it when you’re doing a couple hundred orders a day and don’t want to think anymore.
Key Highlights:
- Multi-carrier integration and rate comparison
- Automated label printing and address correction
- Branded tracking pages and returns portal
- Shipping automation rules for fulfilment
- International shipping support
- Integration with Shopify and other platforms
Who it’s best for:
- Small to medium-sized retailers looking to simplify shipping
- Businesses that manage multiple sales channels
- Companies seeking automation to reduce manual fulfilment tasks
- Retailers offering international delivery
Contact Information:
- Website: starshipit.com
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/starshipit
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/starshipit
- Twitter: x.com/Starshipit
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/starshipit
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/Starshipit
14. Pikr
Pikr is the new shiny thing a few mates are raving about. Started as an Australia Post tool but now hooks into Sendle, Aramex, DHL, the works. Bulk labels, one-click pickups, returns all in one spot. Still feels a little startup-y (sometimes the UI changes overnight) but support replies in like 5 minutes and they keep adding features. If you’re mainly AusPost but want options without the headache, it's worth a look.
Key Highlights:
- Integration with Australia Post and other courier services
- Bulk label creation and one-click pickup booking
- Automated shipping and returns management
- Central dashboard for all Shopify stores
- Support for both domestic and international deliveries
Who it’s best for:
- Shopify stores using Australia Post for shipping
- Businesses needing bulk shipping capabilities
- Companies seeking simplified returns management
- Stores aiming to automate routine fulfilment tasks
Contact Information:
15. MyPost
MyPost allows Shopify merchants to manage deliveries and access Australia Post services through a single account. It provides parcel tracking, delivery redirection, and the option to leave parcels in safe locations. Users can also print postage labels from home and set up delivery notifications for themselves and their customers.
For business users, MyPost offers a MyPost Business account that provides savings on domestic and international postage. The platform integrates with Shopify to automatically track parcels and manage shipping information, making it easier for stores to handle orders and maintain visibility over deliveries. It also supports returns and provides access to collection points across Australia.
Key Highlights:
- Parcel tracking and delivery management
- Print postage labels and schedule pickups
- Delivery notifications and redirection options
- MyPost Business account for discounted shipping
- Integration with Shopify for automated order tracking
- Access to collection points nationwide
Who it’s best for:
- Businesses shipping mainly within Australia
- Shopify stores seeking automated tracking and delivery management
- Retailers wanting easy access to Australia Post services
- Stores managing both domestic and international shipments
Contact Information:
- Website: auspost.com.au
- Shopify App Store: apps.shopify.com/australiapostshipping
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/australiapost
- Twitter: x.com/auspost
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/australia-post
- Address: GPO Box 1777 Melbourne Vic 3000
- Phone: 1300 363 992
Сonclusion
When it comes to managing shipping for Shopify stores in Australia, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Each platform brings a slightly different approach, whether it’s automating fulfillment, connecting with multiple couriers, or integrating tightly with Australia Post. What matters most is how the app fits into your workflow and the level of control you want over shipping costs, delivery options, and customer communication.
Choosing the right shipping app can make the day-to-day tasks of running an online store much smoother. It’s not just about saving time though that’s a big part of it but also about reducing errors, keeping customers informed, and making returns less of a headache. By looking at what each tool offers and matching it to your store’s needs, you can set up a shipping process that works reliably and lets you focus more on running the business rather than chasing parcels.
