CargoSphere vs Freightgate
CargoSphere
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Freightgate
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| Figure | CargoSphere | Freightgate |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 0 | 1 |
| Spec score · Freight Rate Management Software | 7.7 (#5) | 7.4 (#9) |
| Compliance | The Quote Module supports FMC tariff self-publishing and Negotiated Rate Arrangements, with duplicate checks for TRIs and NRAs. | Compliance capabilities include denied-party screening, ISF filing, SOLAS VGM, FMC tariff publishing, and customs documentation. |
| Founded | 1999 | 1994 |
| Headquarters | North Carolina, USA | Costa Mesa, California, United States |
| Integrations | CargoSphere announced a CargoWise One integration with rate access and single sign-on, and an API integration for CaroTrans digital rate distribution. | Freightgate connects through EDI, API, and web services and lists NetSuite as an integration. |
| Target users | CargoSphere serves NVOs, freight forwarders, beneficial cargo owners, and carriers. | Freightgate markets its platform to global operators, shippers, forwarders, 3PLs, NVOCCs, and carriers managing complex supply chains. |
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In their own words
CargoSphere
CargoSphere is a cloud-based rate management solution and confidential Rate Mesh network for carriers, freight forwarders, NVOs, and shippers. Its SUDS tool loads static carrier-rate files into the cloud database for in-house contract and rate management. Rate Mesh lets carriers, forwarders, and shippers distribute rates privately to selected partners, with future updates delivered to established connections in real time. Forwarders can search rates from their own contracts, agents, and co-loaders, then build and format quotes in HTML or Excel. The platform supports internal RFQs as well as customer RFQs and guest access to sell rates. Activity tracking and reporting cover response times, win rates, and process bottlenecks. The Quote Module includes tariff publishing and Negotiated Rate Arrangement functions, with duplicate checks intended to support FMC compliance. Listed integrations include CargoWise One and CaroTrans; a carrier API transfers contracts, amendments, and surcharge tariffs. Training, rollout coordination, and managed contract services are available. CargoSphere is a web product with pricing on request.
Freightgate
Freightgate is a logistics control layer that automatically applies rates, routes, partner rules, and compliance requirements across shipments. It sits above ERP, TMS, WMS, and carrier systems, connecting with them rather than replacing them. Eight linked building blocks cover rate management, visibility, quoting, tendering, dispatch, audit, compliance, and dashboards for ocean, air, land, and rail freight. Rate Management imports carrier rates, surcharges, and contract terms, then applies the relevant rate before booking. Quote Automation creates customer-ready quotes using contract rates, surcharges, and margin rules. Connections are available through EDI, API, and web services, with NetSuite listed as an integration. Compliance functions include denied-party screening, ISF filing, SOLAS VGM, FMC tariff publishing, and customs documentation. Freightgate describes a modular SaaS model, with subscription and usage terms set in the applicable Order Form; pricing is on request.