In the earlier days, businesses depended mainly on a postal service whenever they need to send and receive letters and packages. However, with the rise of the e-commerce industry and the increase of online purchases, there is also an upsurge in demand for fast and reliable delivery services that national posts alone can’t meet.

This resulted in the ascent of courier companies and their services to popularity, giving both businesses and consumers options on how they’ll want their mails to be delivered and received. However, although postal and courier services are intended to serve similar roles, there are still factors that set them apart. But, which one exactly has the ability to fulfil the delivery cost-effectively?

This infographic from Green Courier, a reputable London courier service, presents a cost comparison between a postal service and a courier service. It also tackles other factors that draw the line between the two.