# Parcel vs AfterShip Package Tracker

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AfterShip Package Tracker at none against Parcel's 2. AfterShip Package Tracker also leads on ratings volume (163K vs 22K) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Parcel's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and chart position (#21 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Parcel sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year. AfterShip Package Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Parcel against 4.7 for AfterShip Package Tracker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AfterShip Package Tracker has 163K ratings behind it against 22K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 86% and 87% positive.

Parcel ships an update every 2 weeks, AfterShip Package Tracker monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Parcel | AfterShip Package Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parcel-delivery-tracking/id375589283/reviews)** | [4.7 (163K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aftership-package-tracker/id507014023/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 22K | **163K** |
| Positive reviews | 85.9% of reviews | **86.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | — |
| Size | 31 MB | 97 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ivan Pavlov Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/375311513) | [AfterShip Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/798551120) |

## What reviewers say

### Parcel

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

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

This app helps you track packages from over 300 delivery services across multiple Apple devices. It offers automatic addition of Amazon orders, barcode scanning, and map-based delivery location. Premium features like unlimited tracking and push notifications are available via subscription.

**Highlights:** Track 300+ delivery services, Automatic Amazon order import, Barcode scanner for tracking numbers, Map view for delivery location, iOS widgets and share extension, Customizable push notifications

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**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


### AfterShip Package Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aftership-package-tracker/id507014023)

Effortlessly track all your online orders and shipments from various couriers in one place. Receive free push notifications for key delivery status updates and easily manage your parcels from major online retailers.

**Highlights:** Track shipments from 700+ couriers, Free push notifications for delivery status, Auto-detect courier by tracking number, Scan barcodes to track packages, Auto-import orders from Amazon, Etsy, Walmart, Sync and forward shipments from Gmail, Ad-free tracking experience

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable, functional and simple
- 🚀 Convenient way to track deliveries
- 🚀 Easy to use and understand
- 🚀 Tracks packages from various carriers
- 🚀 Automatic tracking number detection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Missing some courier services
- 🐛 Occasional discrepancies in tracking information
- 🔒 Concerns about email access permissions

**Reported bugs**

- Tracking information not always up-to-date
- Packages sometimes marked as delivered when not
- Issues with automatic email sync feature

**Requested features**

- Ability to add notes or labels to tracked packages
- Option to sync with multiple email accounts
- Improved map/location tracking functionality
- Customizable time zone settings
- Enhanced push notification system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Parcel free?

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

### Is AfterShip Package Tracker free?

AfterShip Package Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Parcel or AfterShip Package Tracker?

Parcel is rated higher. Parcel averages 4.8 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while AfterShip Package Tracker averages 4.7 from 163K ratings.

### Do Parcel or AfterShip Package Tracker have ads?

Neither Parcel nor AfterShip Package Tracker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Parcel or AfterShip Package Tracker?

Parcel ships an update every 2 weeks, and AfterShip Package Tracker monthly. Most recently, Parcel was updated on September 24, 2026 and AfterShip Package Tracker on September 24, 2026.

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