What is the Difference Between UPS and Freight Shipping Methods?

Smaller, lighter items usually ship via UPS. Items that are large, bulky or extremely heavy typically arrive by freight delivery and are carried on a semi-trailer truck. Freight deliveries are delivered only as far as the back of the truck, which means the driver won’t carry your goods into the building. If you don’t have a loading dock, you can arrange for the driver to move the items inside for an additional charge.

School Outfitters will ask you a few questions in the “Shipping Info” section of School Outfitters' checkout process that will help School Outfitters determine exact shipping costs. Your total shipping charges are displayed on the “Shipping Review” section of the checkout process. Also, you can easily review the specifications on each item’s product page, where you’ll find a “Shipping Method” field that tells you whether it ships via UPS or freight.