What’s the difference between NuSource boxes and bulk pallets?

Choosing the right wholesale inventory often comes down to boxes vs pallets. If you’re building a resale business, both options can work, your best pick depends on budget, storage, shipping, and sales volume. Below, we compare quantities, handling, margins, and use cases so you can buy with confidence.

What Are NuSource Resale Boxes?

NuSource boxes are smaller, curated lots of wholesale clothing and accessories. Each box is built to be manageable for one person to receive, sort, photograph, and list quickly. This makes them perfect for new sellers or side hustlers who want to test categories without committing to hundreds of items at once.

Because they’re more compact, NuSource boxes are easy to store at home or in a small office. Shipping is straightforward, most arrive via standard carriers like UPS or FedEx, so you won’t need freight handling or a loading dock. Boxes are also curated by theme or category, which means you can target your ideal buyer faster.

Example: A women’s mixed apparel box might include tops, dresses, and outerwear from recognized brands, ready to be listed on marketplaces like Poshmark, eBay, or Depop.

What Are NuSource Wholesale Pallets?

NuSource pallets are bulk shipments, often containing 320–400 pieces, designed for high-volume sellers. They’re shipped via LTL (less-than-truckload) freight, which means you’ll need the space and equipment to handle larger deliveries. Pallets are ideal for brick-and-mortar store owners, large-scale online operations, or resellers who already have a system for processing hundreds of items efficiently.

Pallets can be mixed-women’s, men’s, department-store brands, accessories, or seasonal categories like “Bargain Bin” or “Most Wanted.

The biggest advantage is cost per piece, buying in bulk often means paying less per unit. Pallets can also include a broader range of inventory types, from apparel and footwear to mixed general merchandise. Some pallets are curated, while “raw” or “unknown” pallets come uninspected for a true treasure-hunt experience.

Boxes vs. Pallets – Which Is Best for Your Reseller Business?

NuSource’s tiered pricing and clear labeling help resellers identify which packs or pallets match their business type, whether you’re testing trends or scaling inventory.

Choosing the Right Size

• Beginner or testing phase: Start with Boxes to test different categories with minimal risk.
• Scaling business: Switch to pallets for consistent categories (e.g., branded jeans or season-specific items) to maximize margins.
• Hybrid model: Many resellers mix both—using Boxes for variety and pallets for core, reliable inventory.

Shipping & Fulfillment

Pallets ship via freight (e.g., LTL) and require space for delivery/unboxing. Liftgate service is usually included for large pallets.

Boxes typically ship faster via UPS/FedEx and are easier to manage in smaller storage or e-commerce workflows.