Honest Comparison
Send It Direct vs Speedy Freight
Looking for a Speedy Freight alternative? See how Send It Direct compares on price, service, and sustainability.
Speedy Freight is one of the UK's larger same-day courier networks operating through a franchise model. While they offer broad coverage, many businesses find their franchise-based approach leads to inconsistent service quality, variable pricing, and limited accountability. Send It Direct offers a more personal, tech-forward, and environmentally responsible alternative — with direct relationships, transparent pricing, and a tree planted with every delivery.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Why Businesses Switch to Send It Direct
Our Advantages
Common Speedy Freight Complaints
What Makes Send It Direct Different
Carbon Neutral
Every delivery plants a tree. 8,000+ and counting.
45-Min Collection
Guaranteed rapid collection across the UK.
Fully Insured
Full goods-in-transit insurance on every shipment.
Virtual Fleet
Scale up or down instantly. Zero contracts required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Send It Direct cheaper than Speedy Freight?
Our pricing is transparent and consistent nationwide — unlike Speedy Freight's franchise model where prices can vary significantly. Plus, every new business customer is covered by our money-back guarantee. Request a quote to compare directly.
How does Send It Direct compare to Speedy Freight for reliability?
Unlike Speedy Freight's franchise model where service quality depends on which local operator handles your job, Send It Direct provides consistent, premium-quality service with direct accountability. Every delivery includes full insurance and live email updates.
Can I switch from Speedy Freight to Send It Direct easily?
Absolutely. There are no long-term contracts with Send It Direct, so you can start using our service immediately. We'll match or beat your current rates, and your first delivery is covered by our money-back guarantee.
Does Send It Direct offer the same UK coverage as Speedy Freight?
Yes, we provide nationwide same-day courier coverage across the UK with 45-minute collection times. We also deliver to Europe and offer specialist services like cargo bike delivery for urban areas.
Why should I choose Send It Direct over Speedy Freight?
Send It Direct offers faster collection times (45 minutes vs 60), carbon-neutral delivery with a tree planted per shipment, consistent pricing, and a modern tech platform. We're the premium alternative for businesses that value reliability and sustainability.
Ready to Switch from Speedy Freight?
Every new business customer is covered by our money-back guarantee on their first delivery.