All new AscendTMS 30-day trial users receive full access to the PRO plan, so you can experience everything the platform has to offer.

When it’s time to choose your plan, the best option depends on your business type, company size, workflow complexity, and growth goals.

AscendTMS is used by brokers, carriers, trucking companies, and shippers, and each plan offers a different level of automation, integrations, and operational tools.

AscendTMS is built for the long haul. Our company is debt-free, profitable, and partially owned by a publicly traded, FDIC-insured bank, giving our clients confidence that they’re building their operations on a stable and reliable platform.

We’re also constantly improving the system — with new features and enhancements released every 3–4 weeks, especially across our Premium and PRO plans. In fact, just tell us what features you need and we'll add them — totally FREE! 😎

The Which Plan Is Right For Me? guide below will help you quickly determine which plan best fits your operation today — while ensuring AscendTMS continues to support your business as it grows.

Quick Plan Overview

Plan	Best For
PRO (Most Popular – used by 73% of users)	Growing brokers, carriers, and shippers who want maximum efficiency, automation, and advanced tools
Premium	Businesses that want integrations, automation, and accounting tools but don’t need advanced PRO features
Basic	Smaller operations or new users who need core TMS functionality
AscendEnterprise	Larger organizations that need unlimited user access and enterprise-level scalability

PRO Plan (Most Popular)

73% of AscendTMS users choose PRO.

PRO unlocks the full power of AscendTMS, giving brokers, carriers, and shippers the advanced tools they need to scale operations, automate workflows, and move freight more efficiently.

Considering the difference between Premium and PRO is only $30 per user per month, many growing businesses choose PRO to avoid outgrowing their TMS as their operations expand.

Key Features

Includes ALL Basic and Premium features, plus:

eSignature for carrier confirmations and uploaded documents
Multi-tasking (open multiple AscendTMS tabs and perform bulk updates to loads)
Cross-Border Freight Management
Intermodal & Multimodal Shipment Support
Free shipper leads through ShipperCRM
KPI reporting and performance analytics
Customizable load documents
Additional accounting capabilities
Advanced operational tools designed for growing teams

Best For

PRO is typically the best choice for:

Brokers

Teams covering multiple loads daily
Brokerages focused on automation and growth
Operations that rely on integrations and analytics

Carriers / Trucking Companies

Fleets managing dispatch, documentation, and freight sources
Teams that benefit from multi-tasking and advanced reporting

Shippers

Companies managing outbound freight operations
Teams needing Order Management, KPI tracking, and ERP integrations

Key Considerations

PRO is ideal if you want the full AscendTMS experience and plan to grow your operation without needing to upgrade later.

Premium Plan

Premium includes all the functionality of the Basic plan while unlocking the core automation and integrations that most freight operations rely on

Key Features

Includes ALL Basic features, plus:

All integrations included at no extra cost
Unlimited document storage
Full accounting management
Complete load reporting
Automated Workflow Engine (AWE)

Best For

Premium is a strong fit for:

Brokers who want integrations and automation
Carriers who want operational visibility and load tracking
Shippers managing moderate freight volume

Key Considerations

Premium offers powerful operational tools, but most businesses opt for PRO for eSignature, advanced reporting, and multi-tasking capabilities.

Basic Plan

The Basic plan provides the core functionality needed to operate inside AscendTMS, making it a good starting point for smaller operations or users just entering the industry.