Shipping on TradeMe Too Expensive? Here's How NZ Sellers Are Saving Big
2025-07-23
Shipping on TradeMe Too Expensive?
Here's How NZ Sellers Are Saving Big
Running an online store on TradeMe is a great way to reach customers across New Zealand — but for many sellers, shipping costs quickly eat into profits.If you’re just getting started or trying to scale your business, one of the best ways to improve your margins is by finding a smarter, more cost-effective courier solution.
That’s why more and more sellers are switching from TradeMe’s built-in courier to iShipping, a local New Zealand platform designed specifically for small and medium e-commerce businesses.
Why are TradeMe sellers choosing iShipping?
1. Lower courier rates
Many sellers start out using TradeMe’s built-in shipping options, only to realise later that courier costs add up quickly — especially when margins are already tight. For small businesses, even a few dollars per parcel can make a big difference.That’s why iShipping helps you compare real-time rates from trusted NZ couriers like NZ Post and Aramex — all in one place. You’ll often find that the same service costs significantly less than booking through TradeMe directly.
If you ship regularly, you can easily save hundreds of dollars each month on your courier costs.
2 Direct TradeMe integration — ship smarter, not harder
Worried that switching platforms means more work? Many sellers hesitate to move away from TradeMe’s built-in shipping because they’re afraid of losing the convenience of auto-filled order details.But with iShipping, there's no extra hassle — your TradeMe orders are automatically imported, with address and item information synced straight into your dashboard.Once a parcel is shipped, tracking numbers are sent back to TradeMe automatically, keeping both you and your customer updated.
Fewer errors, faster processing, and more time to focus on growing your business — not managing spreadsheets.
3. NZ-based customer support, available 7 days a week
When there’s a delivery delay, tracking issue, or address error — and your customer is waiting — not being able to reach support can be incredibly stressful.Many sellers have experienced the frustration of sending emails, waiting hours (or days) for a reply, or not knowing who to turn to when something goes wrong.That’s why iShipping offers real, New Zealand-based customer support — available 7 days a week. Whether you need help with a label, a missing parcel, or an unexpected issue, a real person is always ready to assist.
No chatbots, no ticket queues — just fast, friendly help from someone who understands.
4. Better buyer experience = stronger reputation and fewer enquiries
In e-commerce, delivery is part of the product — delays or lack of updates can quickly lead to complaints, refund requests, or negative feedback. A smooth shipping experience shows customers you care.That’s why iShipping helps you keep buyers informed with automated tracking update emails — reducing “Where is my order?” messages and giving customers more confidence in your store.You can also enable auto-feedback on TradeMe, with a personalised message like:“Thanks for your order! We appreciate your support and are committed to great service.”
It’s a small touch that makes a big difference — helping you build trust, repeat business, and a stronger brand.
Ready to simplify your shipping?
Whether you're just starting your TradeMe store or already handling dozens of orders a week, iShipping gives you the tools to ship smarter, reduce costs, and offer a better experience for your buyers.With Competitive courier rates, automated TradeMe integration, and local support, iShipping is built to make shipping easier — so you can focus on growing your business.
It’s quick to get started. Now join thousands of NZ sellers already saving time and money with iShipping.