# Parcel vs Packages

The clearest difference is ads: Parcel at none against Packages's shown. Parcel also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 68%) and chart position (#23 vs #168). Packages's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Parcel against 4.7 for Packages. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23K and 14K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of Parcel's written reviews are positive against 68% of Packages's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Parcel | Packages |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parcel-delivery-tracking/id375589283/reviews)** | [4.7 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/packages-track-your-parcels/id1229071393/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 14K |
| Positive reviews | **85.6% of reviews** | 68.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | #168 |
| Size | 31 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ivan Pavlov Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/375311513) | [ParcelsApp.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771001696) |

## What reviewers say

### Parcel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parcel-delivery-tracking/id375589283)

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

Track packages from over 300 delivery services with automatic carrier recognition and barcode scanning. Integrates with Amazon accounts for seamless package addition and offers map-based location tracking. Receive timely push notifications, with premium features available via subscription.

**Highlights:** Track 300+ delivery services, Automatic carrier recognition, Barcode scanner, Amazon account integration, Map-based delivery location, Timely push notifications, Web access for management

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Subscription | $6.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $6.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient tracking
- 🗺️ Detailed maps and location updates
- 📨 Automatic email forwarding
- 🔍 Barcode/number scanning
- ⏰ Timely notifications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Delayed updates compared to carrier websites
- 🔒 Notifications behind paywall
- 🗂️ Limited free tracking slots
- 🔍 Occasional issues with carrier detection

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent update frequency
- Incompatibility with some carrier tracking

**Requested features**

- Archiving delivered parcels
- Customizable notifications
- Automatic order entry without tracking number
- Integration with shipping services accounts


### Packages

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

**Currently charting:** #168 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Parcel free?

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

### Is Packages free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Parcel or Packages?

Parcel is rated higher. Parcel averages 4.8 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Packages averages 4.7 from 14K ratings.

### Do Parcel or Packages have ads?

Packages shows ads; Parcel does not.

### Which is updated more often, Parcel or Packages?

Parcel ships an update fortnightly, and Packages fortnightly. Most recently, Parcel was updated on November 8, 2026 and Packages on November 8, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Parcel or Packages?

Parcel currently peaks at #23 in the App Store charts, and Packages at #168. 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.*