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Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce
Flexible Shipping Box Packing is a WordPress plugin for WooCommerce stores. It calculates how the products in an order fit into the boxes you define, then uses that packing result to show shipping rates at checkout.
- Version
- 2.1.8
- Released
- Sep 21, 2026
- Developer
- Octolize
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- WooCommerce
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $5.59 on its own
What’s new in Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce 2.1.8
Version 2.1.8 · Sep 21, 2026
Latest
- NewSupport for WooCommerce 11.2
What it does
Shipping costs often depend on how many boxes an order needs and how large they are. Estimating that by hand, or charging a flat amount, can leave customers seeing rates that do not match what the order actually takes to ship. This plugin looks at your box sizes and the dimensions of the products in the cart, works out a cost-effective way to pack them, and bases the shipping rate on that result.
Setup happens in a settings interface where you enter box dimensions, product dimensions and packing preferences. You can add custom packing rules for fragile items, weight limits and special handling. During checkout, shipping options and costs update in real time to reflect the packing. The plugin requires WooCommerce and is meant to work alongside major shipping carriers, so it suits stores that ship physical goods in a range of box sizes.
Best for
- WooCommerce stores shipping products in several box sizes
- Shops selling fragile or heavy items with handling rules
- Fulfillment teams wanting clearer packing plans per order
Features
Automatic box packing
Calculates a cost-effective way to fit the products in each order into your boxes, helping avoid wasted space and unnecessary extra packages.
Multiple box sizes
Define as many box dimensions as your inventory needs, so the packing calculation can choose from the boxes you actually keep on hand.
Checkout shipping rates
Connects to WooCommerce checkout and shows customers shipping rates based on how their order would really be packed.
Custom packing rules
Adjust packing behavior for fragile items, weight limits and other special handling needs so products are packed with safe delivery in mind.
Real-time cost updates
Shipping options and costs refresh during checkout as the cart changes, reflecting the packing result for the current order.
Simple configuration
A settings interface lets you enter box sizes, product dimensions and packing preferences without needing technical skills.
Fulfillment guidance
The packing result gives warehouse and shipping teams a clearer plan for boxing orders, which can reduce packing errors and delays.
Works with shipping carriers
Designed to run alongside major shipping providers, so you can keep using the carrier rates you have arranged.
Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce older versions
- 2.1.7Sep 51 new
- 2.1.6Aug 181 new, 1 improvement
- 2.1.5Jul 161 new
- 2.1.3May 19
- 2.1.2May 12
- 2.1.1Apr 1
- 2.1.0Mar 19
- 2.0.11Feb 25
- 2.0.10Jan 20
- 2.0.9Dec 2, 2025
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
12 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.
Questions about Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce
Does this plugin need WooCommerce?
Yes. It is built for WooCommerce and works within the WooCommerce checkout, using your box sizes and product dimensions to calculate packing and show shipping rates based on that result.
Can I set up different box sizes?
Yes. You can define multiple box dimensions to match your inventory. The plugin then picks from those boxes when it calculates a cost-effective way to pack each order.
Can it handle fragile or heavy products?
You can create custom packing rules that account for fragile items, weight limits and special handling needs. These rules shape how products are packed so they are better protected during delivery.
Will it work with the carriers I already use?
The plugin is described as compatible with popular shipping carriers and works alongside major providers, so you can continue using your negotiated carrier rates while it handles the packing calculation.
Is Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce free?
The code of Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce is this?
Version 2.1.8, released Sep 21, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce need?
Flexible Shipping Box Packing WooCommerce needs WooCommerce installed and active.
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