In the relentless battle for profitability on Amazon, recovering lost revenue is essential. Both Carbon6 and Threecolts Margin Pro are strong contenders in this arena, offering solutions to recoup losses from vendor deductions and chargebacks as well as FBA discrepancies.
However, Threecolts Margin Pro pulls ahead by providing a more comprehensive approach to maximizing your profitability. While Carbon6 focuses primarily on recovering lost profits on Amazon, Threecolts Margin Pro expands its expertise across a wider range of profit-driving strategies. From negotiating better carrier rates to reducing your cost of goods sold, Threecolts Margin Pro acts as your dedicated advocate across your entire Amazon operation.
Meet the Competitors
Carbon6 Profit Recovery specializes in reclaiming lost funds for both Amazon Vendors and Sellers. They tackle overcharges, shortages, and chargebacks for Vendors, while helping Sellers recover losses from FBA issues like missing shipments and damaged inventory.
Threecolts Margin Pro, however, takes a broader approach. It’s not just about reclaiming losses; it’s about holistic profit optimization. This includes:
Carrier Cost Reduction: Threecolts leverages industry expertise and strong carrier relationships to negotiate optimal shipping rates, significantly reducing transportation costs—a service Carbon6 does not provide.
COGS Reduction: Threecolts provides valuable strategies and resources to help lower your manufacturing cost of goods sold, directly impacting your bottom line—a service Carbon6 does not provide.
Vendor Profit Recovery: For Amazon vendors, Threecolts Margin Pro helps navigate complex vendor agreements and recover profits often lost due to overbillings, shortages and other hidden costs.
FBA Reimbursements: Threecolts Margin Pro also includes FBA reimbursement recovery as part of its holistic profit optimization strategy.
Service Offering Comparison
Service Line
Threecolts Margin Pro
Carbon6
Amazon FBA Reimbursements
Yes
Yes
Amazon Vendor Profit Recoveries
Yes
Yes
Carrier Rate Negotiations
Yes
No
COGS Reduction
Yes
No
Threecolts Margin Pro supports a wider range of margin improvement services than Carbon6, going beyond FBA reimbursements and vendor profit recovery, carrier rate negotiation, and cost reduction tactics.
Customer Profiles Supported
ICP Type
Threecolts Margin Pro
Carbon6
Amazon Vendors
Yes
Yes
FBA Sellers
Yes
Yes
D2C Sellers
Yes
No
Non-ecom Sellers
Yes
No
Carbon6 is optimized for Amazon FBA and 1P vendors, whereas Threecolts Margin Pro supports a broader range of customer profiles, including D2C sellers, offering a more versatile solution for various business needs.
Pricing
Service
Threecolts Margin Pro
Carbon6
Amazon Vendor Recoveries
% recoveries + bundle discounts
% of recoveries
Amazon FBA Reimbursements
% recoveries + bundle discounts
% of recoveries
Carrier Rate Negotiations
% savings + bundle discounts
Not offered
COGS Reduction
% savings + bundle discounts
Not offered
Threecolts Margin Pro’s pricing reflects the comprehensive scope of its services, which include bundled discounts and options for cost savings beyond reimbursements.
Final Verdict
Threecolts Margin Pro boasts a proven track record of success, with major brands like Samsung, L’Oreal, and Petmate relying on their expertise to achieve significant profit gains.
Threecolts Margin Pro “has been able to return large sums of money down to the bottom line,” says Timothy Edwards, VP of Shared Services at Petmate.
While Carbon6 Profit Recovery addresses a specific need, Threecolts Margin Pro offers a more strategic and holistic solution.
If you’re truly committed to transforming your Amazon profits, Threecolts Margin Pro is the clear winner.
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