# Cellopark Australia

> Smartphone app for convenient and low-cost parking payments in Australia. (iPhone/iPad app by cellopark.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cellopark-australia/id574820474 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [cellopark](https://appshunter.io/developer/499993636)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 212 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 30 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-11-07
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cellopark-australia/id574820474/reviews.md

## What is Cellopark Australia?

Description

CellOPark is the most convenient and lowest-cost parking payment app for your smartphone. With more users than any other parking app in Australia and still FREE with no strings attached, you will pay no more to use CellOPark and never touch a pay machine again. 

•	Winner of the International Parking Institute 2014 award for merit in innovation 
•	2015 Winner of the Parking Australia Innovation award
•	Start and stop parking from the security and comfort of your car
•	Pay only for the time you park (No more over-feeding the meter!)
•	Use the app to see exactly how much time you have left

User Reviews

•	“I’ve been using it for months now. So easy to use and negates the need to ensure you have coinage in your pocket.”
•	“Excellent app. I wouldn't park without it. Best thing is, you only pay for the time you have parked. No need to drive off with an amount of parking time paid and not used. Everyone should have this app with them.
•	“I've been using this for over a month now. Seems to work a treat. Beats waiting for a credit card transaction to happen”

How it works

With CellOPark you can instantly start and stop parking a paid parking session in a CellOPark zone by using the app to scan the sign-posted QR code or select the zone number; confirm your car from a list of vehicles in your account and press ‘Start’. The cloud based CellOPark portal gives you secure access parking to your history as well as the ability to produce reports, change your account settings and control your parking payments online.

The optional Premium membership is $1.99 per vehicle per month and only charged in months the CellOPark app is used. Premium account holders receive push notification reminders after driving away from a parking bay and SMS reminders before allowable parking time ends. 

Registering with CellOPark is easy and best of all it's FREE – so sign up now and start enjoying a new level of parking convenience.

CellOPark is available with selected campus parking providers throughout Australia and in cities such as Brisbane, Wollongong and Fremantle. Look out for CellOPark zone signage coming soon to a city near you.  

About CellOPark

Delivering Integrated Smarter Parking Solutions that deliver efficiencies for both motorists and parking providers, CellOPark is Australia’s leader in contemporary Pay-by-Phone, Pay-by-App and Virtual Permit systems. Secure data centres and support centres are exclusively Australian based.

Every day thousands of CellOPark members enjoy the convenience of using their mobile phone to pay for a car space rather than feeding coins or credit cards into a traditional parking machine. ‘Providing Options’ including smartphone and non-smartphone payment methods linked to debit cards, credit cards, unique CellOPark pre-paid cards, or PayPal top-ups, CellOPark tailors Smarter Parking solutions using multiple integrated technologies for municipalities, universities and private parking providers.

Find out more about CellOPark by visiting our website www.cellopark.com.au 

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## Key features

- Start and stop parking remotely
- Pay only for time parked
- Scan QR codes or select zone numbers
- View parking time remaining
- Cloud-based access to parking history
- Optional premium membership for reminders

## What do users think of Cellopark Australia?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Convenient mobile payment for parking
- 📍 Quick parking session management
- 💳 Monthly invoice billing option
- 🎯 Geolocation-based parking detection
- ⏱️ Flexible parking duration adjustment

**Cons**

- 💰 Deceptive premium subscription auto-enrollment
- 🔓 Difficult premium service cancellation process
- 🎨 Poor user interface and outdated design
- 📱 Clunky and non-intuitive app experience
- 🔐 Excessive personal data collection requirements
- 💳 Forced credit card storage without alternatives
- 🚫 No Apple Pay or PayPal integration
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and glitches
- ❌ Location detection failures
- ⚠️ Automatic session continuation after leaving
- 🔔 Premium features charged for basic notifications
- 📧 Unresponsive and condescending customer support
- 🚨 Privacy breach with unauthorized data transfer to OPark
- 💸 Overcharging and billing errors
- 🔑 Account access and password reset issues
- 🎯 Inaccurate parking spot identification
- ⏳ Lengthy and complicated signup process
- 🚗 Incompatible with international phone numbers
- 📊 Hidden charges and unclear fee structure
- 🔒 Data security concerns and potential hacking risks

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App fails to register new accounts
- Login credentials not recognized despite correct password
- Password reset emails not received
- SMS verification codes not arriving
- App freezes during signup process
- Payment method update throws server errors
- Vehicle details cannot be added or edited
- Parking session fails to start despite button press
- Automatic session continuation after vehicle departure
- Parking meter stops without user action
- Parking meter continues despite manual stop
- Location search unable to find valid parking zones
- Carpark not appearing in app despite signage present
- Feedback popup traps users unable to exit
- App not optimized for iPhone X and newer devices
- Inconsistent parking zone numbering between app and signage
- Charged despite not starting parking session
- Double billing from council and app simultaneously
- Overcharging beyond advertised rates
- Password requirements validation errors
- App crashes on reinstallation
- Spam text messages from wrong parking locations
- Premium subscription appears despite deactivation
- Account suspension with unexplained large bills
- Notification system fails to alert users
- iMoved tracking service does not function
- Parking rate cap not honored in billing

**Most requested features**

- Apple Pay and PayPal payment integration
- Automatic parking session termination upon vehicle departure
- Free SMS/push notifications for parking reminders
- Geolocation-based automatic session stop
- Pre-set parking duration limits
- Parking time limit display on map view
- Back-pay option for forgotten parking sessions
- Support for international phone numbers
- Password autofill and iOS credential manager support
- Credit card autofill functionality
- Simple one-tap parking session start/stop
- Clear upfront pricing display before session start
- Account deletion functionality
- In-app premium downgrade option
- Improved location accuracy and parking spot search
- QR code scanning from car without leaving vehicle
- Parking history and receipt management
- Multi-vehicle management without premium charges
- Clearer premium service opt-in/opt-out process
- Parking inspector notifications for account holders

## Recent user reviews (10 of 212)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cellopark-australia/id574820474/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Just be wary

*2026-08-18, version 7.60*

Short review: Overall I think it’s easy enough to use, but make sure you read every pop-up and can see that your account says “basic” not “premium”. Easy Park is a much better app. 

Long review: 
I read all the negative reviews here and so was aware I might be unknowingly charged, but unfortunately I have to use the app for my university. 
The app is easy enough to use, but I pressed a link on the app to enable notifications, and in response it alerted me that ‘notifications were enabled and I was now on the premium version’. There was no warning beforehand that by enabling notifications I was signing up to premium, and no terms and conditions to agree to. In order to downgrade back to basic I had to sign in to the website, not the app. Would recommend trying other services before this one.

### 1/5 — It’s a trap! A scam! Don’t use it

*2026-08-12, version 7.60*

This app used deceptive sales tactics to allure users into unknowingly signing up for ‘premium’ services, where they then innocuously make small charges to your debit card over time. Brisbane city council has absolutely let down its constituents by going with such a shady provider. Beware.

### 5/5 — Simple and fast

*2026-08-07, version 7.60*

Parking made easy with the app. Love that it times out if I move the car without stopping the parking session. Simple and easy to use and saves me trying to decipher the parking signs displayed plus deducts 1 hr free parking from the parking areas relevant. 5/5. 😍

### 1/5 — Tc

*2026-07-31, version 7.60*

Absolutely rubbish. Won’t log in. Slow. Clunky. Will not accept any payment cards. Sent me multiple password resets codes but would not accept them. Then locked me out.

### 1/5 — I hate this app

*2026-07-29, version 7.60*

I hate this

### 1/5 — Awful

*2026-07-27, version 7.60*

I was signed up for premium with me  doing it. There was no way in the app to return to a basic account. I rang the support number and complained and insisted they reverse the charge and change account to basic. They eventually did. I wanted to delete my credit card details but there is no way to do that in the app. I will ring them again and delete the whole account.  Best I could do was delete all vehicle details from the app. This app is so scammy.

### 1/5 — Charges for notifications.

*2026-07-23, version 7.60*

Scammy! Secret charges for notifications

### 1/5 — Cp charges you for notifications

*2026-07-23, version 7.60*

Terrible business that  charges you for msg notifications about car park… disgrace

### 1/5 — Terrible design. Hidden fees

*2026-07-22, version 7.60*

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### 1/5 — Similar thievery to eftpos fees

*2026-07-22, version 7.60*

Hidden fees galore if you don’t read every word of T&Cs

## Frequently asked questions about Cellopark Australia

### What does Cellopark Australia do?

Cellopark Australia is a smartphone application that allows users to pay for parking sessions conveniently and cost-effectively. It enables users to start and stop parking remotely, ensuring they only pay for the exact time they are parked, eliminating the need for traditional parking meters or machines.

### What are the key features of Cellopark Australia?

Key features include the ability to start and stop parking sessions from your car, paying only for the time parked, viewing remaining parking time, and accessing parking history through a cloud-based portal. Users can initiate parking by scanning QR codes or selecting zone numbers.

### How much does Cellopark Australia cost?

The basic Cellopark app is free to use with no additional charges. An optional Premium membership is available for $1.99 per vehicle per month, charged only in months the app is used. This premium service offers push notification reminders and SMS alerts.

### Where is Cellopark Australia available?

Cellopark Australia is available with selected campus parking providers and in various cities across Australia, including Brisbane, Wollongong, and Fremantle. Users should look for Cellopark zone signage in participating areas.

### How do I start a parking session?

To start a parking session, open the app, scan the sign-posted QR code or select the zone number. Confirm your vehicle from your account and press 'Start'. You can then stop the session similarly when you leave the parking bay.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.60 — 2026-01-20

We are happy to announce that we have improved our in-app experience for you.
At CellOPark, we continuously work to improve and streamline your experience, ensuring that you get the most convenient payment experience for paid parking and road services.
Thank you for continuing to choose CellOPark.
Enjoying the app? We’d love to hear! Rate us in the app store.

### 7.50 — 2025-11-25

Support for Multiple IDs.
Parking at more than one university? You can now save multiple Student/Staff IDs in your profile!
We’ll automatically select the right one based on where you park.
No more manual switching or wrong charges.

### 7.40 — 2025-09-07

New! End your parking session with a timer.
You can now schedule when your parking ends in hourly zones – so you don’t have to worry about overpaying.
We’ll even remind you before it stops.

### 7.20 — 2024-04-07

We are happy to announce that we have improved our in-app experience for you. At CellOPark, we continuously work to improve and streamline your experience, ensuring that you get the most convenient payment experience for paid parking. Thank you for continuing to choose CellOPark. Enjoying the app? We’d love to hear! Rate us in the app store.

### 7.10 — 2023-09-03

We are happy to announce that we have improved our in-app experience for you. At CellOPark, we continuously work to improve and streamline your experience, ensuring that you get the most convenient payment experience for paid parking. Thank you for continuing to choose CellOPark. Enjoying the app? We’d love to hear! Rate us in the app store.

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