Overview of Popular Shipping Modules for PrestaShop in Russia
Choosing the right shipping method is a key factor in the success of any online store. For PrestaShop, there are many solutions available that allow you to automatically calculate shipping costs, send orders to carriers, and keep customers informed about their order status.
Below is an overview of the most popular shipping modules used on the Russian market.
CDEK — Shipping Module for PrestaShop
Integration with CDEK automates the shipping process:
- Calculation of shipping cost and delivery time based on current tariffs.
- Pickup point selection on the map.
- Address autofill with Dadata suggestions.
- Automatic and manual order transfer to CDEK.
- Real-time order status notifications for customers.
- Printing of receipts and barcodes directly from the admin panel.
- Request caching and error log for stable operation.
Russian Post — Shipping Module
This module adds full integration with Russian Post:
- Automatic calculation of delivery cost based on product dimensions and region.
- Automatic order transfer to the Russian Post system.
- Ability to select the nearest pickup point on the map.
- Address suggestions via Dadata.
- Automatic creation and update of order statuses.
- Error log and access to all order documents.
Yandex.Delivery
Integration with Yandex.Delivery provides:
- Automatic calculation of shipping costs and delivery time.
- Manual or automatic order transfer to Yandex.
- Synchronization of order statuses between store and customer.
- Map for address selection (modal window or checkout page).
- Printing of order documents from the admin panel.
- Dadata integration and request caching.
SafeRoute
SafeRoute is a delivery aggregator with simple integration:
- Automatic and manual order submission.
- Address suggestions via Dadata.
- Automatic creation and update of order statuses.
- Built-in error log for administrators.
ApiShip
ApiShip allows connecting several carriers via a single integration:
- Address autofill via Dadata.
- Automatic and manual order submission.
- Automatic status updates.
- Error log and request caching.
Delovye Linii — Shipping Module
Integration with the Delovye Linii transportation company:
- Automatic calculation of shipping cost.
- Integration with the carrier’s account.
- Order tracking and status updates.
- Suitable for large and oversized deliveries across Russia.
Using ready-made shipping modules for PrestaShop simplifies logistics, reduces manual operations, and improves customer experience. When choosing a solution, it’s important to consider store size, geography of sales, and automation requirements.