Shipbly vs MyUS: Which Forwarding Service Is Best for EU Shoppers?

By Shipbly Team January 15, 2025 5 min read

When it comes to receiving EU packages globally, choosing between Shipbly and MyUS can make all the difference in your shopping experience.

When it comes to receiving EU packages globally, Shipbly and MyUS take very different approaches. MyUS, a large-scale operation based in the US, offers warehouse-based forwarding with limited customization. Shipbly, by contrast, provides an EU address (Netherlands) with real photo confirmation, agent-based service, and 30 days of free storage.

The Key Differences: Transparency vs Scale

MyUS operates on a warehouse model—your packages arrive, get processed by automated systems, and are forwarded based on preset rules. While this works for high-volume operations, it leaves you in the dark about your package's condition and handling.

Shipbly takes a different approach. Every package that arrives gets photographed by real agents. You see exactly what you're receiving before it ships out. This transparency is especially valuable for:

  • High-value items - Electronics, jewelry, or collectibles
  • Fragile shipments - Items that need careful handling
  • Time-sensitive purchases - When you need to know status immediately

EU vs US Base: Why Location Matters

MyUS operates from the United States, which creates several challenges for EU shoppers:

  • Higher customs duties when shipping to EU destinations
  • Longer transit times for EU-to-US-to-EU routing
  • Complex customs declarations for re-exports

Shipbly's Netherlands base eliminates these issues. You get:

  • Direct access to EU marketplaces like Vinted, Bol.com, and Amazon.nl
  • Simplified customs for shipments within and outside the EU
  • Faster delivery times to European destinations

Storage and Flexibility

Both services offer package storage, but with different approaches:

MyUS Storage

Warehouse-style storage with fees starting after a short grace period. Limited visibility into package condition.

Shipbly Storage

30 days of free storage with photo confirmation. You see your packages and choose when to forward them.

Agent Support vs Automation

If you care about transparency, responsive communication, and real-time photos of your package, Shipbly is the more flexible, trust-driven choice. MyUS excels at volume processing, but Shipbly excels at personalized service.

For digital nomads, expats, and privacy-focused shoppers who want to know exactly what they're receiving, Shipbly's agent-based approach provides peace of mind that automated systems simply can't match.

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