What it is
The Advance Shipping Calculator module calculates shipping costs in PrestaShop from several parameters: postal code, country, state, city, order weight and order total.
This lets you offer precise, competitive shipping rates to every customer, by region, by weight or by order value.
Customers can choose between different shipping methods, each with its own pricing rules.
Why PrestaShop's default shipping is not enough
Unexpected delivery costs at checkout can make customers abandon the cart. PrestaShop's built-in shipping rules cover basic weight and price ranges. If your business has different delivery costs by area, courier zone, product weight class or order value threshold, you need a module that handles this complexity automatically.
Key features
- Postal code based rates: different prices for specific postal codes or ranges, useful for couriers that charge by delivery zone
- Country, state and city targeting: full geographic precision for stores shipping internationally or across domestic zones
- Weight-based pricing: tiered shipping costs based on the total weight of the order
- Order value thresholds: free or discounted shipping above a set order value, to encourage larger purchases
- Multiple shipping options: customers choose between shipping methods, each with its own pricing rules
Use cases
- Courier zone pricing: different rates for the capital, regional cities, islands and international destinations, based on postal code
- Heavy goods: tiered per-kg charges for stores selling furniture, appliances or other bulky items
- Free shipping threshold: automatically waive shipping for orders above €50 (or any value you choose)
- B2B logistics: different shipping rules for business orders by region or customer group
Benefits for the merchant
The module avoids shipping inaccuracies, reduces cart abandonment caused by unexpected delivery costs, and lets you offer competitive or free shipping where you want to, without manual calculations or custom development. Set it up once, and it applies to every order.
Technical details
- Compatible with PrestaShop 9, with a native Symfony architecture and no core overrides
Frequently asked questions
What does the Advance Shipping Calculator do?
It calculates shipping costs in PrestaShop based on postal code, country, state, city, order weight and order total.
Can I offer free shipping above a certain amount?
Yes. You can offer free or discounted shipping above a set order value, for example €50 or any value you choose.
Does it support different prices by region?
Yes. Rates can be set by postal code or postal code range, country, state and city.
Can customers choose a shipping method?
Yes. Customers choose between shipping methods, each with its own pricing rules.
Get in touch
If you are interested in the Advance Shipping Calculator module, or would like to discuss how to configure your store's shipping strategy, contact us. We are here to help you find the best solution for your online store. You can also call us on +30 215 215 1362.