# Packages vs Package Tracker & Track Parcel

The clearest difference is ads: Package Tracker & Track Parcel at none against Packages's shown. Package Tracker & Track Parcel also leads on chart position (#31 vs #163). Packages's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 34%) and ratings volume (14K vs 612). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Packages sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Package Tracker & Track Parcel sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Packages against 4.6 for Package Tracker & Track Parcel. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Packages has 14K ratings behind it against 612, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Packages's written reviews are positive against 34% of Package Tracker & Track Parcel's.

Packages ships an update fortnightly, Package Tracker & Track Parcel every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Packages | Package Tracker & Track Parcel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packages-track-your-parcels/id1229071393/reviews)** | [4.6 (612 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/package-tracker-and-track-parcel/id6746402409/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 612 |
| Positive reviews | **68.5% of reviews** | 33.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #163 | **#31** |
| Size | 45 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ParcelsApp.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771001696) | [Appelio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616494815) |

## What reviewers say

### Packages

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packages-track-your-parcels/id1229071393)

**Currently charting:** #163 Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

This app consolidates package tracking from numerous online retailers and shipping carriers into a single, user-friendly interface. It allows for automatic import of tracking numbers and provides estimated delivery dates, saving users time and effort.

**Highlights:** Track packages from multiple retailers, Automatic tracking number import, Supports national postal services, Supports numerous courier services, Estimated delivery dates, Track unlimited parcels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parcels Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Parcels Premium | $11.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate tracking
- 👍 Convenient all-in-one tracking
- 💡 Automatic tracking number detection
- 👍 Detailed package information
- 🚀 Fast updates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Delayed notifications and updates
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with clipboard access
- 🐛 Syncing issues across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on certain actions
- Incorrect or outdated tracking information
- Inability to re-import deleted packages

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved iPad support
- Automatic email/account integration
- Push notification improvements
- Better sorting and filtering options


### Package Tracker & Track Parcel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/package-tracker-and-track-parcel/id6746402409)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

Monitor all your shipments from numerous carriers in one convenient app. Receive real-time updates and smart alerts for every stage of your delivery, ensuring you never miss a package. Supports over 2400 carriers and 5000 e-commerce sites globally.

**Highlights:** Universal tracking for 2400+ carriers, Real-time delivery updates, Smart delivery alerts, Manage multiple packages, Domestic and international tracking, Private and secure

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Package Tracker Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Package Tracker Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Package Tracker Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Package Tracker - Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Package Tracker Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Package Tracker Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Package Tracker Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Package Tracker - Trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Package Tracker - Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| Package Tracker Free Trial | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Packages free?

Packages is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Package Tracker & Track Parcel free?

Package Tracker & Track Parcel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Packages or Package Tracker & Track Parcel?

Packages is rated higher. Packages averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Package Tracker & Track Parcel averages 4.6 from 612 ratings.

### Do Packages or Package Tracker & Track Parcel have ads?

Packages shows ads; Package Tracker & Track Parcel does not.

### Which is updated more often, Packages or Package Tracker & Track Parcel?

Packages ships an update fortnightly, and Package Tracker & Track Parcel every 2 weeks. Most recently, Packages was updated on November 4, 2026 and Package Tracker & Track Parcel on November 4, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Packages or Package Tracker & Track Parcel?

Packages currently peaks at #163 in the App Store charts, and Package Tracker & Track Parcel at #31. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*