Amazon FBA Pricing Comparison
Fulfilment Price comparison to Coastal Distributions Group
Tired of rising Amazon FBA fees cutting into your margins? You’re not alone. At Coastal Distribution Group, we offer a flexible, cost-effective fulfilment alternative that gives your business more control and better value. Compare our transparent pricing with FBA’s ever-changing fee structure — and see how much more you could save while gaining tailored support, faster handling, and a full suite of value-added services.
Price Comparison
See table for full price breakdown of Amazon FBA & Coastal Distribution Fulfilment Costs.
Amazon FBA Fees are calculated at June 28, 2025 at an average cost of products for categories: Apparels, toys, Liquids, Glass(Fragile), Baby products, Powders and Plush/textiles.
Price Comparison based on Single SKUs
Making the right fulfilment choice starts with knowing your numbers. Here’s a side-by-side breakdown of typical ecommerce SKUs, comparing Amazon FBA and Coastal Distribution pricing — so you can see the real difference in your bottom line.
📦 Example 1: Lightweight Accessory (e.g. Phone Case)
Dimensions: 6″ x 4″ x 1″, Weight: 0.2 lb
Monthly Volume: 2,000 units
| Cost Component | Amazon FBA | Coastal Distribution |
|---|---|---|
Fulfillment fee/unit | $3.22 | $0.95 |
Storage/month | $0.78/ft³ = ~$0.04/unit | Included in $0.95 if shipped same week |
Inbound processing | $0.27/unit | $2.99 per box (avg. ~$0.10/unit) |
Labeling | $0.30/unit | Included |
Total (monthly) | $7,660 | $2,100 |
Total Monthly Savings with Coastal Distributions~$5,560/month
🧴 Example 2: Medium Health Product (e.g. 16 oz Vitamin Bottle)
Dimensions: 7″ x 3″ x 3″, Weight: 0.9 lb
Monthly Volume: 1,000 units
| Cost Component | Amazon FBA | Coastal Distribution |
|---|---|---|
Fulfillment fee/unit | $4.12 | $1.75 |
Storage/month | $0.78/ft³ = ~$0.07/unit | Included |
Kitting/Prep | $0.50/unit | $0.75 flat (if custom kitting needed) |
Inbound receiving | $0.27/unit | $2.99/box (avg. $0.15/unit) |
Total (monthly) | $4,960 | $1,950 |
Amazon FBA is great for generic, fast-moving consumer products with high volume — but it offers minimal flexibility. If your business needs:
Branded experiences
Complex kitting
B2B fulfilment
Direct inventory control
Personalized customer service
…then Coastal Distribution is the better fit — and more cost-effective.
Services Comparison
CDG Offers a number of Value-addition services.
Amazon FBA
Coastal Distributions
Customized Packaging
Custom Printed box for your orders
Kitting & Assembly
Special Packaging Kits
Inspection & Quality Control Audits
Branded Inserts or Marketing Collateral
Returns Inspection & Restocking
Returns restock, disposal, inspection to examine product quality
B2B Fulfilment
(Retail/Wholesale)
Flexible Carrier Options
Choose between shipping companies
Custom Reporting & Inventory Insights
SKU Level analysis
Integration with Non-Amazon Platforms
Integration to CMS or Shipping Company CRM