DPD or DHL?
Want to send a parcel and wondering about the differences and similarities between DHL and DPD? Below you can read more about both carriers.
DPD vs DHL: which is better for international shipping?
DHL and DPD are both big players in international parcel delivery, and both offer reliable and efficient services for shipments abroad. Which one you choose depends on what you need: delivery time, destination, cost and extra services.
DHL is known for its worldwide network and its focus on express delivery, so it usually delivers faster abroad. DPD also delivers internationally, but is known for affordable, reliable services with more flexible delivery options, such as delivery to a pick-up point. Read all about the carriers we work with.
Ship with DHL or DPD?
As you can see, choosing DPD or DHL Express comes down to what matters most to you. Read more about shipping a parcel with DHL or shipping a parcel with DPD.
Shipping with DPD
DPD is an international courier company based in France. It was founded in 1976 and is now part of the French postal service, La Poste. DPD operates in more than 40 countries in Europe, North America, Asia and Oceania, with a network of more than 800 depots and 34,000 employees.
DPD offers domestic and international parcel delivery, express delivery, returns and logistics solutions. It is known for innovative delivery options, such as real-time delivery updates, delivery by appointment and delivery to a DPD ParcelShop. DPD has also taken steps to reduce its impact on the environment, such as using electric vehicles and offsetting the CO2 emissions of its transport.
Shipping with DHL
DHL is an international parcel delivery service focused on express delivery and worldwide shipping. It has an extensive global network of hubs, sorting centres and delivery vehicles to deliver parcels quickly and efficiently.
DHL's services include international express delivery, air and sea freight, customs clearance, supply chain management and e-commerce solutions. The company has also invested in green initiatives, such as electric vehicles and lower CO2 emissions from its aircraft.
Besides its core business, DHL Express, the company has three other divisions: DHL Supply Chain, DHL Global Forwarding and DHL eCommerce. DHL Supply Chain provides logistics solutions for businesses, DHL Global Forwarding handles international air and sea freight, and DHL eCommerce offers e-commerce solutions and logistics for online retailers.
DHL is known for its high service quality and innovation in logistics. It has also received many awards for its sustainable and socially responsible practices.
DPD vs DHL: which is cheaper?
That depends on your route and parcel. With our comparison tool you see the cost of DHL and DPD side by side in a few clicks. Enter your shipment details, such as dimensions and destination, at the bottom of this page and pick the best option.
More information?
Want to know more about shipping abroad? Read our guide to international parcel shipping. Would you rather talk to one of our logistics specialists? Contact us via live chat, or call +31 85 877 16 56 (Netherlands) or +32 3 808 70 99 (Belgium). We're happy to help!
