e-Courier vs Hikyaku

e-Courier is cloud logistics software for courier companies, shippers and third-party logistics providers. Its platform combines CMS, Dispatch, Customer Portal and ecMobile. CMS handles repeat and routed order entry, configurable customer workflows, driver management, and zone- or distance-based delivery pricing. Dispatch offers real-time driver and parcel tracking, proof of delivery, ETAs, exception alerts and route optimization. The Customer Portal supports manual or barcode order entry, branded experiences, live shipment updates, guest tracking and delivery proof. ecMobile runs on Android and iOS and supports navigation, barcode and document scanning, signatures, location data and proof of delivery. The API supports JSON and SOAP for creating or updating orders, searching statuses, requesting quotes, checking availability and cancellations. API connectivity requires a one-time Help Center configuration. CMS EDI sends event-driven updates through web endpoints, SFTP, FTP or AS2. The service can provide signature images, bills of lading and GPS data. Pricing is personalized, based on daily active-driver count, with unlimited users across departments. Agreements typically run 12 months and cannot be canceled mid-term.

Hikyaku is an open-source logistics operating system for delivery and courier teams, covering dispatch, package tracking, fleet coordination, warehouse operations and route planning. Dispatchers can assign parcels manually or plan around delivery windows, then send routes to the driver app. The dispatch view shows driver locations and delivery statuses live; recipients can follow a parcel on a public page without an account. Drivers can scan packages, navigate routes and record photos or signatures. Delivery photos appear in the dashboard and recipient page. Fleet tools include vehicle capacity and skills, maintenance records, and limits for working time, driving time, distance and stops. Hikyaku supports permission-aware access and two-factor authentication. It can run in the cloud or on an operator’s own infrastructure. It also connects n8n workflows through OAuth, moving orders, status changes and proof-of-delivery events between systems. The free self-hosted plan is free; a cloud trial is offered to enterprises, with no price stated. Hikyaku is available on Android, web, through its API and as self-hosted software.