1kg parcel, UK→USA (approximate 2026 rates)
| Carrier / Service | Typical price |
|---|---|
| TradeWind | £12.8 |
| Parcel2Go | £19 |
| Parcel Monkey | £18 |
| Royal Mail PDDP | £21.5 |
| Post Office | £21 |
Pricing includes DDP (import duty pre-paid). Verified 2026-05-16.
How TradeWind stacks up
Parcel2Go
Their strength
Large, established parcel network
TradeWind's edge
£3–£5 cheaper per parcel, no DDP admin fee
Parcel Monkey
Their strength
Multi-carrier quotes + rate shopping
TradeWind's edge
Simpler UX, fewer API delays, lower PAYG cost
Intership
Their strength
Full integration with major commerce platforms
TradeWind's edge
Cheaper base rates, UK-US specialist focus, faster checkout
Transglobal Express
Their strength
Boutique service, human support
TradeWind's edge
No per-label drop-off fee, faster claim resolution
Royal Mail Click & Drop
Their strength
Direct carrier, familiar to UK postal users
TradeWind's edge
UPS rates 30% lower post-de-minimis, cleaner customs UX
Post Office
Their strength
Local retail presence, over-counter simplicity
TradeWind's edge
Online-only (faster), cheaper rates, no retail hours friction
Evri International
Their strength
UK domestic pickup integration
TradeWind's edge
Superior tracking, DDP automation, lower duty estimates
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Last verified: 2026-05-16