Cheapest Courier for Small Items UK
Sending something small? A phone case, a book, jewellery, or a small gift? Here are the cheapest options ranked for 2026.
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| Option | Price | Max size | Tracking |
|---|---|---|---|
| RM 2nd Class Letter | £0.85 | 100g, 24cm x 16.5cm | No |
| RM 2nd Class Large Letter | £1.85 | 750g, 35.3cm x 25cm | No |
| InPost Locker | £1.99 | 25kg, fits in locker | Yes |
| Evri ParcelShop | £2.49 | 15kg | Yes |
| Yodel Direct | £2.99 | 15kg | Yes |
| RM 2nd Small Parcel | £3.35 | 2kg | No |
Best Option by Situation
- Flat items under 100g (stickers, phone cases, small jewellery): Royal Mail 2nd Class Letter at £0.85
- Flat items under 750g (books, t-shirts, DVDs): Royal Mail 2nd Class Large Letter at £1.85
- Small parcels with tracking needed: InPost Locker at £1.99 or Evri at £2.49
- Vinted/eBay sales: Use the platform's built-in labels for cheapest tracked options
Pro Tips for Small Item Shipping
- Use the smallest packaging possible. A Large Letter costs half the price of a Small Parcel — if your item fits, use a flat mailer
- Weigh at home. Kitchen scales are accurate enough. Going over the weight limit at the Post Office means paying the next tier up
- Buy packaging in bulk. Jiffy bags and bubble mailers are pennies each when bought in packs of 50 from Amazon
- Consider InPost. Their 24/7 lockers are cheaper than Evri and have better tracking