List Not Shareable
I purchased the upgraded version of Packaroo for $5.99, because the app description claimed that packing lists were shareable via a number of methods, including Messages, Email, Airdrop, etc. I planned to share my beautifully formatted lists with my fellow travelers (who are not as tech-savvy) via email and printed copies. But that is not actually possible.
The support team confirmed that, at least
as of 9/14/2025, lists can only be shared via text ... which wipes out the checklist format. If users want a simple, printable packing list, can do that in a number of other mediums .... for free.
The support team confirmed that, at least
as of 9/14/2025, lists can only be shared via text ... which wipes out the checklist format. If users want a simple, printable packing list, can do that in a number of other mediums .... for free.
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Apparently Abandoned
In response to the prompt for a review in the app, I am not enjoying Packaroo. It looks lovely and so I paid for Pro but I should have been more careful. Packaroo appears to have been abandoned around 2 years ago. And, having spent ages carefully creating custom bundles on iPhone find they never got around to iCloud sync, despite making an announcement about it back at iOS 15 (found during Google search).
If you see that an app has iPhone and iPad compatibility it’s fair to assume they sync? They don’t. Do I need to check that the developers are still at the wheel before parting with money. Apparently so. I applied for a refund and was declined as ‘not eligible’ for reasons that have not been disclosed.
Apple is getting very blasé about allowing abandonware on the supposedly curated walled garden of the App Store (see the formerly very popular Countdown+ app for details).
That is all a shame as the icon is great.
If you see that an app has iPhone and iPad compatibility it’s fair to assume they sync? They don’t. Do I need to check that the developers are still at the wheel before parting with money. Apparently so. I applied for a refund and was declined as ‘not eligible’ for reasons that have not been disclosed.
Apple is getting very blasé about allowing abandonware on the supposedly curated walled garden of the App Store (see the formerly very popular Countdown+ app for details).
That is all a shame as the icon is great.
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Best packing app
The best packing app I’ve tried and I’ve tried a LOT. Strikes a great balance between simplicity and power. The only major missing feature I can think of is true iCloud style live collaborative lists: my wife and I would love to be able to see who has packed what while we’re scrambling around juggling kids and packing. You can share a snapshot of your checklist which is helpful but we inevitably end up just handing my phone back and forth to check stuff off. Would pay a monthly fee just for that feature!
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Response from developer
Great news — we've actually been working on a major update that includes iCloud syncing! Not only will you be able to collaborate on pack lists with your wife, but we’re also adding lots of other enhancements to make the packing process even better. We really appreciate your feedback and are excited for you to try out the upcoming release! Stay tuned for more details, and thanks again for your support!
Interesting App
App has a lot of potential but it does not sync data between devices (iPhones & iPad mini)
Fehlt Deutsch
Die App ist nur teilweise deutsch übersetzt. Die Appstruktur und die Idee ist sehr gut, aber nicht komplette Übersetzung ruiniert dein Eindruck.
und der zweite Minuspunkt: es fehlt iCloud Synchronisation. Das ist sehr wichtig. Ich hab keine Lust bei jedem neuen Handy das alles neu zu machen
und der zweite Minuspunkt: es fehlt iCloud Synchronisation. Das ist sehr wichtig. Ich hab keine Lust bei jedem neuen Handy das alles neu zu machen
