Freight Tool
FCL vs LCL Planning Tool
Enter your shipment's total CBM and weight, and flag whether it's urgent or needs special handling, to get a planning-level indication of whether to compare FCL, LCL, or both.
Planning indication
Enter volume and weight above to see a planning indication.
Planning indication, not a final recommendation
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL (Full Container Load) means your cargo has an entire container to itself. LCL (Less than Container Load) means your cargo shares a container with other shippers' goods, consolidated by the forwarder.
Does this tool tell me which option is cheaper?
No — it does not calculate or estimate cost. It only gives a planning indication based on volume and weight thresholds. Actual cost depends on live rates, routing, and current capacity, so compare real quotes for a cost decision.
What if my shipment is right in the middle?
When volume and weight fall in a middle range, both FCL and LCL can be reasonable — this is exactly when comparing real quotes for both options is most useful, since the better choice often comes down to timing, cost-per-CBM and available capacity.