Manhattan Active WM vs ShipHero

Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Warehouse Management Software Platforms (2026). Last verified June 19, 2026.

The short answer

Manhattan Active WM ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #4) for Warehouse and fulfillment managers running pick, pack, and ship operations. The top choice for large, automated warehouses needing advanced labor and robotics optimization.

At a glance

Manhattan Active WMShipHero
Top 11 rank#2 / The 11 Best Warehouse Management Software Platforms (2026)#4 / The 11 Best Warehouse Management Software Platforms (2026)
Score (out of 9.4)9.18.7
Best forComplex, high-volume enterprisesHigh-volume DTC brands
Pricing$$$$$ (Custom Quote)$$$ ($1,995 to $2,750+/mo)
HQAtlanta, USANew York, USA
Founded19902013

Manhattan Active WM

The top choice for large, automated warehouses needing advanced labor and robotics optimization.

www.manh.com/products/manhattan-active-warehouse-management

See full entry in The 11 Best Warehouse Management Software Platforms (2026)

ShipHero

Best-in-class for DTC ecommerce fulfillment with excellent shipping automation and an easy-to-use mobile app.

www.shiphero.com/software

See full entry in The 11 Best Warehouse Management Software Platforms (2026)

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