Sizelabs vs CubiQ
Compare Sizelabs and CubiQ dimensioners. See NTEP certification status, accuracy specs, integration methods, and why certified accuracy matters for DIM weight billing.
Overview
CubiQ
CubiQ (by MekaGroup, Colombia) builds dimensioning systems using computer vision. They serve approximately 50 customers, primarily in Latin America, with presence in air cargo and courier markets. Their product line includes CubiQ ONE (parcel), CubiQ X (pallet), CubiQ Line (conveyor), and CubiQ DTPS (drive-through pallet). They claim 99% accuracy, though independent certification is limited.
Sizelabs
Sizelabs builds AI-powered dimensioning systems using computer vision with Japanese, German, and American components. Based in Miami, we've deployed 250+ installations across 5 countries serving 150+ customers. Our product line includes Parcel AI, Pallet AI, and Move (in-motion). All systems are NTEP-certified with published accuracy specs. Beyond dimensioning, our platform expands into AI-powered workflows with Operator AI and Warehouse Assistant.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Sizelabs | CubiQ |
|---|---|---|
| Customers | 150+ | ~50 |
| Installations | 250+ | 200+ claimed |
| Parcel accuracy | ±0.25" (NTEP CC 22-123) | ±0.5" (NTEP expired) |
| Pallet accuracy | ±0.5" / ±1" black wrap (NTEP CC 22-124) | "99%" (no certification) |
| In-motion accuracy | ±0.25" | Not certified |
| Parcel speed | 2 seconds | 1 second claimed |
| Pallet speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds claimed |
| In-motion throughput | 1,500 packages/hour | 3,600/hour claimed |
| NTEP certified (current) | ✓ Yes | Expired |
| Component origin | Japan, Germany, USA | China |
| WMS integration | Native API (REST, Webhook, Pub/Sub) | Keyboard emulators |
| OCR label reading | Field extraction (Shipper, Consignee, etc.) | Text dump only |
| Support included | ✓ Yes | Varies by tier |
| AI workflow expansion | Operator AI, Warehouse Assistant | No |
Certifications: The Critical Difference
Sizelabs: Current NTEP Certification
Parcel Dimensioner — NTEP CC 22-123 (Active)
- Accuracy: ±0.25" (6.35mm)
- Tested across temperature range 0°C to 40°C
- Tested at multiple voltage levels (85-264 VAC)
Pallet Dimensioner — NTEP CC 22-124 (Active)
- Accuracy: ±0.5" (1cm) standard, ±1" on black shrink wrap
- Three 3D camera heads
- Cloud-based measurement computation
CubiQ: Certification Status
CubiQ ONE (Parcel) had NTEP certification but it expired. It was certified at ±0.5" — twice the error margin of Sizelabs.
CubiQ X, CubiQ Line, CubiQ DTPS have no NTEP certification and no independent lab testing. The "99% accuracy" claim is marketing, not verified.
Why this matters: NTEP certification is required for legal-for-trade billing. Without current certification, measurements may not be defensible in carrier disputes. Expired certifications indicate the product hasn't been re-tested to current standards.
Integration Quality
Sizelabs: Native System Integration
- REST API — Direct programmatic access
- Webhooks — Real-time event notifications
- Pub/Sub — Message queue integration
- Local network IP — On-premise connectivity
- Integration support included — We work with your team on two-way integration
All integrations are native system-to-system connections with structured data.
CubiQ: Keyboard Emulator Approach
Many CubiQ integrations use keyboard emulators — the dimensioner "types" data into fields as if a human were using a keyboard.
Problems with keyboard emulation: It's slow (limited by typing speed simulation), error-prone (wrong window focus = data in wrong place), fragile (UI changes break the integration), and has no validation (can't confirm data was received correctly). This is a legacy approach from before modern APIs were standard.
OCR & Label Reading
Sizelabs: Intelligent Field Extraction
Our OCR (via Operator AI add-on) doesn't just read text — it understands and classifies label information: Shipper, Consignee, Address fields (street, city, state, zip separated), Tracking numbers (identified and validated), Product codes (extracted with context), and Dates (parsed and formatted). Data arrives in your WMS structured and ready to use. Pricing: Add-on up to ~$500/month additional.
CubiQ: Text Dump
CubiQ's AIME reads labels and sends all text as a single block to your WMS. No field separation, no classification (shipper vs consignee). Your team or system must parse the text blob. Pricing: $850/month (Premium tier) + $5,800 setup.
The difference: Sizelabs sends structured data; CubiQ sends raw text you have to process.
Component Quality
Sizelabs uses Japanese and German optics for cameras, American compute components for processing, with industrial-grade build quality designed for warehouse environments.
CubiQ uses primarily Chinese-sourced components with consumer-grade build quality in some models.
Why it matters: Component quality affects longevity, accuracy consistency, and performance in harsh warehouse conditions (temperature swings, dust, vibration).
Pricing Comparison
Parcel Dimensioning
Pallet Dimensioning
OCR Add-on
CubiQ's entry price is lower, but consider: expired NTEP certification, 2× worse accuracy (±0.5" vs ±0.25"), keyboard emulator integration vs native APIs, text dump vs structured OCR, and Chinese components vs Japan/Germany/USA. You get what you pay for.
Choose Sizelabs if:
- ✓You need current NTEP certification for legal-for-trade billing
- ✓Accuracy matters — ±0.25" vs ±0.5" is significant for DIM weight billing
- ✓You want native WMS integration without keyboard emulator fragility
- ✓You need structured OCR data (not raw text dumps)
- ✓Component quality and longevity matter for your operation
- ✓You want AI workflow expansion beyond basic dimensioning
CubiQ may be better if:
- ✓Precision is not a key part of your operations
- ✓You need a drive-through pallet scanner (DTPS)
- ✓Certification isn't required for your use case
- ✓Inconsistent results are not costly in your environment
- ✓Lowest upfront cost is the primary decision factor
The Bottom Line
Sizelabs and CubiQ target similar markets but differ significantly in quality and certification. CubiQ costs less upfront. Sizelabs delivers certified accuracy, professional integration, and intelligent data extraction.
If your operation bills by DIM weight, faces carrier disputes, or needs reliable WMS integration — certification and accuracy pay for themselves.