# Packaroo - Packing Lists — Custom Travel Checklists > Customizable travel packing list organizer and task manager. (iPhone/iPad app by Matic LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packaroo-packing-lists/id1480958178 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Matic LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1348195857) - Category: Travel, Productivity - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.80/5 from 114 App Store ratings · 42 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 33 MB - Languages: English, French, German, Spanish - Released: 2020-07-28 - Data updated: 2026-08-09 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packaroo-packing-lists/id1480958178/reviews.md ## What is Packaroo? “Best packing app for photographers” FStoppers - Nerdy and artistic WHAT’S FREE • No ads • Requires no sign-ups or personal info • Create unlimited trips • Create unlimited items • Bundle up items that you always bring for quick addition on future trips • Share / import collections of items in the Packaroo catalog • Hide packed items from display • Keep track of related tasks for each trip • Keep track of items you need to buy before travel • Order from Amazon directly from shopping list • Organize trips by date • Reuse and duplicate trips • Share copies of your pack list WHAT’S PRO • Create custom collections in the Packaroo catalog • Share / import custom collections • Hide default collections  • Create unlimited bundles for better organization • Bulk add new items to catalog • Change the order in which collections, bundles and items within bundles are displayed • Organize your trip by bag, box or container • Create a separate list for each of your traveling companions • Manage the order of pack lists on a trip • Choose your own app icon • Supports a small dedicated team at the Packaroo workshop ## Key features - Unlimited trip and item creation - Item bundling for quick additions - Task and shopping list tracking - Trip organization by date or container - List sharing and importing - Hide packed items - Order from Amazon directly ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Packaroo Pro | $5.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 42) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packaroo-packing-lists/id1480958178/reviews.md ### 1/5 — List Not Shareable *2025-09-13, version 2.7.2* 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. ### 1/5 — Apparently Abandoned *2025-07-15, version 2.7.2* 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. ### 5/5 — Best packing app *2025-05-02* 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! **Developer response:** 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! ### 4/5 — Interesting App *2024-11-26, version 2.7.2* App has a lot of potential but it does not sync data between devices (iPhones & iPad mini) ### 2/5 — Fehlt Deutsch *2024-05-25* 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 ### 3/5 — Needs further development *2024-03-24, version 2.7.2* Quite handy and has some great ideas in the design. Unfortunately development investment seems to have dried up. There are plenty of new things they could add. Top of my list would be an Undo button for those times when my clumsy finger checks something off the list by accident and I don’t know what it was. Second would be storing the list in iCloud so I can access it from iPad or iPhone, whichever is closer. ### 1/5 — Editing *2023-12-29, version 2.7.2* Why can’t I edit (make changes to an individual item) in a list or collection without having to delete it and enter a new item instead of a simple edit? ### 5/5 — Really the only packing app you should consider *2023-12-22* I don’t review a lot of things, but it’s clear that a lot of thought and work went into this one, and I think they deserve some recognition. I’ve tried a lot of packing apps and all of them have been comparatively rudimentary. It’s a little hard to wrap your mind around Packaroo at first - you have to get used to the idea of “bundles” and “collections” and decide how to make them work for you - but once you have it figured out it’s very flexible and powerful. ### 4/5 — Good but can be better *2023-11-08* The bundle is a great concept, so I purchased an upgrade. However I’m still experiencing lag in the app; even after unchecking a few items, they remain checked when I reopen it, despite force closing the app multiple times. It would be an improvement if we could add pictures to create visual checklists ### 2/5 — Too many bugs, not supported, too many steps *2023-10-28* The concept of the app is good but the implementation needs work fixing bugs and issues. Entering items and making changes is tedious and too many steps. From the beginning I found multiple bugs and issues and gave the developers the information so they could fix them. They did nothing with them and immediately stopped making updates with new versions and that was 6 months ago, so apparently they don’t want to make the effort or are no longer supporting it. Easy example. Item is entered as “Water Thermos” but when you go to edit it later the app automatically changes it to “Water thermos”. Not a major thing unless somewhere you put a brand name. Regardless, it changes it on you. Many more things too numerous to mention. Although I love the *idea* of the app I would recommend looking elsewhere for one that is supported and not as difficult to use with less issues. **Developer response:** We're sorry to hear about your frustrations. We are in the middle of a big update and have had to put a bunch of these seemingly easy to fix issues on the back burner. Rest assured that we are making the effort and are fully invested in supporting the app. ## Frequently asked questions about Packaroo ### What does Packaroo do? Packaroo helps you create and manage custom packing lists for your trips. You can organize items, track related tasks, and keep a shopping list of things you need to buy before you travel. ### What are the key features of Packaroo? Key features include creating unlimited trips and items, bundling frequently packed items for easy addition, hiding packed items from view, and tracking related tasks. You can also order items directly from Amazon from your shopping list. ### Is Packaroo free to use? The app offers a free version with no ads, no sign-ups required, and unlimited trip and item creation. Additional features like custom collections, advanced organization, and personalized app icons are available through a Pro upgrade. ### What kind of trips can I use this app for? This app is designed for any type of trip, whether it's a vacation, business travel, or any occasion where you need to pack. You can organize trips by date and even by bag, box, or container for more detailed planning. ### Can I share my packing lists? Yes, you can share copies of your pack lists with others. The app also allows you to import and share collections of items within the Packaroo catalog, making it easy to collaborate or reuse packing lists. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.7.2 — 2023-04-03 Eliminated some pesky little bugs. ### 2.7.1 — 2023-03-29 Misc bug fixes ### 2.7.0 — 2023-03-27 Bug fixes ### 2.6.9 — 2023-02-26 • Fixes a crash clearing and adding To Do tasks • Miscellaneous design tweaks ### 2.6.8 — 2023-02-25 Bug fixes for catalog item reordering and new item creation ## Apps similar to Packaroo | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Packing List Checklist](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packing-list-checklist/id1235121075) | 4.7 (6,298) | Free | Travel | | [Packr Travel Packing List](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packr-travel-packing-list/id1208312901) | 4.6 (7,029) | Free | Travel | | [Travel Packing List: Pack This](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/travel-packing-list-pack-this/id1258042125) | 4.5 (670) | Free | Travel | | [PackPoint Travel Packing List](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packpoint-travel-packing-list/id896337401) | 4.7 (2,410) | Free | Travel | | [Packing Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packing-pro/id312266675) | 4.8 (851) | $2.99 | Travel | | [Camping Checklist - Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camping-checklist-pro/id1564492728) | 4.9 (70) | Free | Travel | ## Related topics [vacation packing](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vacation-packing) · [dormify](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dormify) · [packing list checklist free](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/packing-list-checklist-free) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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