Comparison

My Parcel Locker vs GrusHome

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

My Parcel Locker

Never miss a package delivery again. This app provides access to secure parcel lockers at your address. Receive a one-time code via notification, scan it at the kiosk, and retrieve your parcel 24/7.

Highlights
  • Retrieve package deliveries
  • Secure parcel locker access
  • Receive one-time access codes
  • 24/7 parcel collection
  • Easy to set up and use
Features
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Never miss a parcel delivery again! This app allows you to retrieve package deliveries from the secure parcel locker at your address. To set up your account simply download app and register. How MPL parcel lockers work: When you receive a delivery, the parcel locker will send you a notification with a one-time access code. Scan access code at the locker kiosk and the door containing your parcel will open. Collect your parcel and shut the locker door. It’s that easy! 24/7 parcel locker access - collect your parcels at a time that suits you! We value your feedback - contact: support@myparcellocker.com

About

GrusHome

Transform an old smartphone into a Wi-Fi connected security camera. Offers motion detection, two-way audio, and HD video streaming for home monitoring. Optional upgrades provide cloud storage and advanced features.

Highlights
  • Repurposes old phones as security cameras
  • Motion detection with alerts
  • Two-way audio communication
  • HD video streaming (1080p)
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Scheduled recording
  • Secure and private video streaming
Features
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GrusHome is a free app that can convert your Phone into a Wi-Fi connected security camera so that you could simply monitor your house without buying CCTV or IP cameras/systems. This app offers high-quality home monitoring video together with motion detection and alerts that you can use for anything you want to monitor in your home – or anywhere else. It also offers two-way audio, so you can talk to your loved ones. If you upgrade to GrusHome Pro, you will get unlimited cloud storage and advanced detection features. Add GrusHome security sensors to your house and you can build a complete security system. It’s cross-platform, so it doesn’t matter if your phone was not an iPhone. So, if you want to find a security camera for your elderly grandparents, or as a baby monitor, for confirming package delivery or monitoring your house… GrusHome is your best choice. ***KEY FEATURES*** -Easy Set up Simple download GrusHome to the phone and GrusHome Video streamer (GVS) to another phone attach a camera and bingo. No port forwarding, no router configuration. -Live Video Streaming Remote access to the streamer phone any time you want and Stream live video no matter wherever you are. -Motion Detection Motion activated security system can send you real-time app push alerts, SMS notifications. You can also get motion detection images or video clips to keep as evidence. -Two-way Audio Interact with family, pets, delivery man, or deter intruder even while you are away from home. -Camera Sharing Quickly share your camera with family and friends via a QR code or account. When you cancel sharing, the camera will automatically disappear from the list of your friend’s camera list. -HD Video GrusHome provides 1080 Full HD video which keeps images clear after zooming in and videos smooth. Let you see every detail. Scheduled Recording You can specify two intervals each day to automatically start/stop video recording; -Scene Mode Let you control your camera and its sensors in one click by configuring the On/Off state in Home and Away mode. -Cloud Storage Optional cloud recording and storage -back up footage in the cloud with paid plans. All data is stored securely in the Amazon cloud, you are able to easily access, monitor and manage your video from the different device, on demand. -Timeline Playback All videos are connected in series according to chronological order, activity detected by your camera is highlighted on your cloud recording timeline for quick reference. -Secure and Private All video streaming and storage are multi-encrypted in our servers. You can even set the lock pattern for the GrusHome App separately. ***HOW TO SET UP*** 1) Download the video capture app GrusHome Video Streamer(GVS) from App Store and install it onto your Phone. A unique QR code will be assigned to the device after the streamer is launched. 2) Download and install viewer app GrusHome onto another device which you want to use as a viewer. Sign up and log in. 3) Tap "+" in the top-right corner of GrusHome to scan the QR code generated by GrusHome streamer, you are all set to watch the live streaming! ***SUPPORTING*** Email: support@grushome.com Website: www.grushome.com

Screenshots

My Parcel Locker4 screens
GrusHome4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GrusHome at 5.0 against My Parcel Locker's 1.0. GrusHome also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). My Parcel Locker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GrusHome sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. My Parcel Locker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GrusHome holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My Parcel Locker ships an update every 5 months, GrusHome every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
My Parcel Locker versus GrusHome: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy Parcel LockerGrusHome
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmarte Pty LtdHemeng

Customer experience

My Parcel Locker

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive25.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative74.1%

GrusHome

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

My Parcel Locker

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

GrusHome

One-time10
  • First Month Trial$0.99
  • Standard Plan 1 Month$3.99
  • 50 SMS Alerts$3.99
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  • Standard Plan 3 Months$8.99
  • 150 SMS Alerts$9.99
  • 300 SMS Alerts$18.99
  • Standard Plan 12 Months$27.99
  • 500 SMS Alerts$28.99
  • 7 Days Event Recording$71.99
  • 7 Days Continuous Recording 1Y$107.99

Questions

Is My Parcel Locker free?
My Parcel Locker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GrusHome free?
GrusHome is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, My Parcel Locker or GrusHome?
GrusHome is rated higher. My Parcel Locker averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while GrusHome averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do My Parcel Locker or GrusHome have ads?
Neither My Parcel Locker nor GrusHome shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My Parcel Locker or GrusHome?
My Parcel Locker ships an update every 5 months, and GrusHome every 10 days. Most recently, My Parcel Locker was updated on October 22, 2026 and GrusHome on October 14, 2026.

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