3PL Tool 20

3PL Cost
Comparison

Model the total annual cost of three 3PL or fulfillment options side by side - including storage, pick/pack, inbound receiving, and account minimums. Know your true cost per unit fulfilled.

1Volume Baseline

Annual Orders (#)

Units per Order (avg)

Avg Unit Weight (lbs)

Avg Pallets Inbound / yr

23PL Provider A

Monthly Minimum ($)

Pick Fee ($/order)

Pack / Material ($/order)

Storage ($/pallet/mo)

Inbound Receiving ($/pallet)

Annual Total ($)

33PL Provider B

Monthly Minimum ($)

Pick Fee ($/order)

Pack / Material ($/order)

Storage ($/pallet/mo)

Inbound Receiving ($/pallet)

Annual Total ($)

43PL Provider C

Monthly Minimum ($)

Pick Fee ($/order)

Pack / Material ($/order)

Storage ($/pallet/mo)

Inbound Receiving ($/pallet)

Annual Total ($)

Lowest Annual 3PL Cost - best provider on current volume

Provider Cost Comparison

Provider	Annual Total	Cost/Order	Cost/Unit

Cost Breakdown / Provider

Cost Line	A	B	C

3PL Cost Comparison Calculator