What is dimension in shipping?

In shipping, “dimension” refers to the length, width, and height of a parcel or freight. These measurements are used to calculate dimensional weight, which determines shipping charges based on the space a package occupies, not just its actual weight.

Why are shipping dimensioners important?

Shipping dimensioners help automate package measurement, enabling accurate billing based on dimensional weight. They reduce manual errors, speed up processing, and help carriers and warehouses optimize space, which is critical for cost control and operational efficiency.

How much do shipping dimensioners cost?

Shipping dimensioners can range from $3,000 to over $30,000, depending on the type (static, mobile, or conveyor-based), measurement accuracy, barcode integration, and automation level. Some vendors also offer rental or subscription-based pricing for flexible deployment.

Why do shippers use dimensioners?

Shippers use dimensioners to capture accurate size and weight data, reduce manual entry, and prevent billing disputes. By automating measurements, they improve throughput, minimize dimensional weight undercharges, and ensure compliance with carrier requirements.

Shipping Dimensioner

Name: Shipping Dimensioner
Brand: vMeasure
Price: 1800.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Prevent Carrier Surcharges with Accurate Shipping Dimensions

vMeasure, an NTEP-certified shipping dimensioner, captures dimensions, weights, barcodes, and timestamped images of parcels, polybags, cubes, and irregular SKUs in <1 second with an accuracy up to 0.2 inches.

With legal-for-trade dimensions, shippers can generate accurate shipping bills, avoid re-billing disputes, and strengthen carrier negotiations.

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Dimension all types of SKU in <1 Sec

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vMeasure Shipping dimensioner – dimensioning capabilities

Measure anything from small envelopes to mid-sized refrigerators with our shipping dimensioners. Simply adjust the mount height to 1.1 or 1.5 meters for small and medium objects or use the separate hardware at 2.2 meters for larger items.

vMeasure Shipping Dimensioner Specifications
Minimum Dimensions (L – W – H)	1.2 x 1.2 x 0.8 in* 3 x 3 x 2 cm (* For items below 0.8 inches in height, a special envelope base plate is required)
Maximum Dimensions (L – W – H)	39.4 – 29.5 – 17.7 in 100 – 75 – 45 cmhidden texttx
Accuracyhidden texttx	Cubes/Cuboids – 0.2 in / 0.5 cm Other Objects – 0.4 in / 1 cm
Mounted onhidden texttx	Table / Mobile Cart / Mechanical Conveyor
Data capturedhidden	Annotated SKU/Parcel image Additional SKU/Parcel image Custom fields for additional data capture during measurement

* For items below 0.8 inches in height, a special envelope base plate is required

vMeasure Shipping Dimensioner Specifications
Minimum Dimensions (L – W – H)	2 x 2 x 2 in 5 x 5 x 5 cmhidden txthidden
Maximum Dimensions (L – W – H)	53.1 – 41.3 – 33.5 in 135 – 105 – 85 cmhiddden text hidden
Accuracyhidden	0.4 in / 1 cmhidden text hidden
Mounted onhidden	Table / Mobile Cart / Mechanical Conveyor
Data capturedhidden	Annotated image Multiple angles of SKU/Parcel Custom fields for additional data capture during measurement

vMeasure Shipping Dimensioner Specifications
Minimum Dimensions (L – W – H)	3.9 x 3.9 x 3.9 in 10 x 10 x 10 cmhidden text hidden
Maximum Dimensions (L – W – H)	78.7 – 59.1 – 55.1 in 200 – 150 – 140 cmhidden text hidden
Accuracyhidden	0.6 in / 1.5 cmhidden text hidden
Mounted onhidden	Floor / Mechanical Conveyor
Data capturedhidden	Annotated image Multiple angles of SKU/Parcel Custom fields for additional data capture during measurement

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How do vMeasure shipping dimensioners strengthen carrier negotiations?

vMeasure shipping dimensioner’s accurate data gives shippers the upper hand in negotiations by addressing these common inefficiencies.

Problem:

Erroneous manual entries slow down operations, resulting in costly mistakes and shipment processing delays.
Solution:

vMeasure automates dimension capture and rate comparison, eliminating errors and ensuring instant, accurate data transmission to carriers. This speeds up shipping, prevents costly corrections, and ensures businesses only pay what they should.

Problem:

Carriers recalculate package dimensions if the declared size doesn’t match the actual package, which often leads to unexpected surcharges and higher shipping fees.
Solution:

The vMeasure shipping dimensioner captures package dimensions, weight, and images in under a second, ensuring that the declared DIM weight exactly matches carrier records. By eliminating miscalculations, shippers avoid surcharges before they happen.

Problem:

Measurement errors make shipping costs unreliable, forcing shippers to absorb losses or pass costs to customers.
Solution:

vMeasure integrates directly with your multi-carrier shipping software, instantly transferring data to ensure accurate shipping cost calculations. This keeps estimates consistent, allowing shippers to budget and charge customers with confidence.

Problem:

Incorrect measurements cause frequent disputes, and without dimensional data proof, shippers lose money on inflated charges.
Solution:

With annotated image capture and 120-second packaging video proof, vMeasure provides undeniable, time-stamped documentation of every package’s dimensions, allowing shippers to easily dispute incorrect charges and negotiate better terms with carriers.

How does vMeasure shipping dimensioner integrate with your existing carrier software?

Our vMeasure shipping dimensioner can effortlessly integrates with any multi-carrier shipping software through our no-code API integrations ensuring real-time data transfer, automated workflows, and error-free shipping cost estimation.

Choose the right vMeasure shipping dimensioner for your operations

Explore our advanced shipping dimensioners, built to match your operations based on parcel size and throughput.

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Why choose our shipping dimensioner over other dimensioners?

SOC2 - Cloud Platform

Storage all the data securely with our SOC2 compliant cloud storage platform – vMeasure Forge

No–code API integration

Integrate any WMS, TMS, and shipping software seamlessly with no-code API or webhook integrations.

Subscription Based Pricing

Our shipping dimensioner offers flexible subscription plans to scale with your business needs, minimizing upfront costs.

No hidden pricing

Includes installation, user training, workflow customization, and API integration without hidden fees.

24/7 Customer Support

Our vMeasure team provides round-the-clock assistance to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

High Returns on Investment

Achieves up to 40% lower TCO (Total cost of ownership) over 3 years and 60% over 5 years compared to our peers.

“They are now indispensable components in our shipping process and have allowed us to predictshipping costs accurately”

Joshua Hogeterp

President
Bargain Book Stores

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“…Integration with UPS WorldShip is seamless, allowing us to accurately import package weight and dims with a single click of a button…”

John Schell

Vice President
Pace International

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“...The setup of the vMeasure literally took me an hour to do. It was really quick, just a couple of screws to put together, and it all came in one package, and I set it up very quickly…”

Dan

CEO
SupplementarySource

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“The support and customer care that was provided by the vMeasure team is second to none. The vMeasure team was proactive and assisted with setting up our workflows and webhooks the same day we received the hardware.”

Linford Martin

Head of Operations
Outback Toys

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is a shipping dimensioner?

A shipping dimensioner is an automated machine that measures the size, weight, and captures photos of packages, parcels, and irregulars. It helps shipping companies to calculate shipping costs accurately.

2. How does a shipping dimensioner work?

Shipping dimensioners use various technologies, such as infrared sensors or 3D cameras, computer vision to capture the length, width, height, and weight of an object. This data is then used to calculate the dimensional weight, which carriers often use to determine shipping charges.

3. How do I calculate DIM weight using a shipping dimensions calculator?

To calculate DIM weight, multiply the length × width × height of the package and divide by the carrier-specific divisor (e.g., FedEx and UPS use 139 for domestic shipments).

4. What is the difference between shipping dimensions and weight?

Shipping dimensions measure a package’s size (L × W × H).

Weight refers to the physical mass measured on a scale.

Carriers charge based on whichever is higher—actual weight or DIM weight.

5. What are the benefits of using an automated shipping dimensioner?

Automated shipping dimensioners provide rapid and precise measurements, reduce manual errors, and enhance data integration capabilities. They help in:

Ensuring accurate shipping costs
Improving warehouse space utilization
Streamlining the shipping process
Reducing labor costs

6. What’s the difference between a shipping scale and a shipping dimensioner?

A shipping scale only measures weight, while a shipping dimensioner measures both weight and dimensions (length, width, height), often with photos, to calculate dimensional weight and improve shipping cost accuracy.

7. Can I use a mobile app as a shipping dimensioner?

Yes. vMeasure offers a mobile dimensioner app that uses your iPhone’s LiDAR to perform fast, reliable cubing measurements on the go—perfect for smaller teams or mobile warehouse workflows.

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Reduce your carbon footprint while slashing shipping costs. vMeasure’s ultra-fast, precision dimensioners eliminate oversized boxes and wasteful void fill.

See the benefits firsthand: Schedule a FREE Live Demo and discover how vMeasure shipping dimensioner can:

Streamline billing and resolve damage claims with ease.
Guarantee accurate SKU data for efficient order fulfillment.
Expedite your workflow and boost overall productivity.

Stop guessing, start saving. Fill out the form today to see vMeasure shipping dimensioners in action!

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