[tag460]

Never really paid attention to the cost of what I was shipping. They are very convenient, always had great service and will continue to utilize their business.

[villageuser]

I would think it would have been more productive to call the Pack N Ship and asked them about the huge discrepancy between the two prices. If you had not gotten a good reply, then jumping onto the forum would seem fair.

I personally thought the upcharge for using them instead of the post office was just a couple of dollars. Having used them for almost 20 years now, I have found that there is a discrepancy in pricing depending on which person is helping you. Usually I get two quotes (one to find out the price to ship an item, and then when I actually ship the item, usually only hours apart), but one time I ended up contacting 3 different people for the same item, and got 3 different prices. I have always chalked it up to poor training, rather than a rip-off. When I visited them this last week, the faces were new, so you could very well have been dealing with a person who could have used some help. Anyhow, I’d definitely call and complain.

[rnbpoutney]

I called pack & ship after I got home after comparing prices.... basically told me there not the boss and they don’t set the prices..... that’s the way it is......

[rnbpoutney]

Convenience is opening a USPS & UPS account for free.(takes 5 min).. printing your own label and dropping your package off..... no lines no waiting....

[mydavid]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Thanks. I'll have to try Publix next time I need food and see if I can save some money.

Publix cheaper then gas station, Walmart cheaper then Publix.

[Girlcopper]

Originally Posted by rnbpoutney

Just got back from Pack & Ship store on Bichara Blvd.. mailing a 3 lb package to Winter Haven size was 14x4x4”. Clerk at Pack n Ship said best price was USPS for $15.95. And UPS was $17.44. Then said would do the UPS for the same price.... thought I was getting a deal...
went home and decided that was a lot of money for mailing to Winter Haven... looked up the price for USPS ....the price was $8.70 and the UPS was $10.73... Also UPS will pick up at your door....... I don’t mind anyone making a buck but that was a ripoff...... last time I ever use the Pack & Ship places in the Villages.....

All the pack and ship cost more since they pay more. Why didnt you just go to the post office?

[Girlcopper]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

It sounds like the pack and ship store is making a profit. How is that a misrepresentation?

Thats the idea! Its a business! Most businesses make a profit!!

[Raton270]

Must pay the overhead.

[jbrown132]

Originally Posted by rnbpoutney

Just got back from Pack & Ship store on Bichara Blvd.. mailing a 3 lb package to Winter Haven size was 14x4x4”. Clerk at Pack n Ship said best price was USPS for $15.95. And UPS was $17.44. Then said would do the UPS for the same price.... thought I was getting a deal...
went home and decided that was a lot of money for mailing to Winter Haven... looked up the price for USPS ....the price was $8.70 and the UPS was $10.73... Also UPS will pick up at your door....... I don’t mind anyone making a buck but that was a ripoff...... last time I ever use the Pack & Ship places in the Villages.....

They are there for convenience. Yes it does cost more to use their service but they have to change for it because they have rent to pay, overhead expenses, and payroll to meet. You didn’t get ripped off you payed for their service. You could have driven over to the post office off of 442/27, stood in line for 20/30 minutes but you chose a more convenient method and you paid for that convenience.

[arlenewinters]

The UPS Store charges published UPS rates. No markup. I owned UPS Stores for 30 years. They receive a discount and must charge published rates. FYI

[Gunny2403]

You need a hug. Much ado about little.

[banjobob]

Originally Posted by EdFNJ

UPS charges $9.90 IIRC (used to be $5) for a 1 time home pickup as long as you have a preprinted prepaid label although some businesses like Amazon will offer a free UPS pickup if the return was their error. USPS doesn't charge for a pickup. In both cases you have to sit home all day waiting or leave the package at your front door. which I wouldn't suggest. Pack N Ship and Safe SHip gets a discount from the carriers but also has to make a PROFIT to pay the employees, pay the rent, pay for the A/C, pay for insurance. They can't do that selling mailing envelopes for $2. Think of it as a convenience fee and not a rip-off because it really isn't a rip-off.

Good response not everything is cheap , make your choice convenience or price.

[sborlove]

Always best to use the name brand....The Post Office is the cheapest and the fastest when shipping.

[Ndomines]

[yesterday I stood in line about 15 minutes to ship a gift box weighing less than 7lbs to
our grandchild in Oahu, HI.
$120.00!!!!! I asked why so much and was told because it’s going to Hawaii. Are you serious?!
So we took it home, put it on the shelf and shopped Amazon.
Free shipping plus 5 bucks for gift package and card.


QUOTE=rnbpoutney;1868149]Just got back from Pack & Ship store on Bichara Blvd.. mailing a 3 lb package to Winter Haven size was 14x4x4”. Clerk at Pack n Ship said best price was USPS for $15.95. And UPS was $17.44. Then said would do the UPS for the same price.... thought I was getting a deal...
went home and decided that was a lot of money for mailing to Winter Haven... looked up the price for USPS ....the price was $8.70 and the UPS was $10.73... Also UPS will pick up at your door....... I don’t mind anyone making a buck but that was a ripoff...... last time I ever use the Pack & Ship places in the Villages.....[/QUOTE]

[richs631]

Originally Posted by rnbpoutney

Just got back from Pack & Ship store on Bichara Blvd.. mailing a 3 lb package to Winter Haven size was 14x4x4”. Clerk at Pack n Ship said best price was USPS for $15.95. And UPS was $17.44. Then said would do the UPS for the same price.... thought I was getting a deal...
went home and decided that was a lot of money for mailing to Winter Haven... looked up the price for USPS ....the price was $8.70 and the UPS was $10.73... Also UPS will pick up at your door....... I don’t mind anyone making a buck but that was a ripoff...... last time I ever use the Pack & Ship places in the Villages.....

If you want to talk about rip offs, try shopping at Publix. I compared their prices to win Dixie and Walmart neighborhood and was shocked. I’m not talking about a few cents, I’m talking dollars on each item. I go for the deli because it’s better but I’m not paying 25% more for regular standard food. The moral of the story, if you don’t like the price, shop somewhere else