Comparison

Parcel vs ZIP

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

Head to head
About

Parcel

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
Currently charting
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If you are looking for an app to track deliveries on iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple Watch - Parcel is the best choice for you. With this application you can promptly access tracking information for 300 delivery services, including UPS, USPS, FedEx, DHL, GLS, LaserShip, Aramex, OnTrac, China Post, Amazon Logistics and many other carriers. Full list of supported carriers is available at: https://parcel.app With our unique carrier recognition function, adding a new delivery is just a matter of seconds. Sometimes you won't even need to enter a tracking number, you can use a barcode scanner which is available right in the app. Amazon integration in Parcel allows you to get your packages added automatically from your Amazon account. Once an order is shipped, it will appear in Parcel. This is done in a secure and privacy-friendly way with your credentials never leaving the device. You can also locate your delivery on the map or manage your deliveries using Web Access (web.parcelapp.net) - easy and simple. Parcel has a native macOS app available for free in the Mac App Store. Parcel utilizes the power of iOS to provide you the best possible user experience. You can use its widgets to see your upcoming deliveries and the share extension to add a new delivery directly from any other app. Push notifications provided by Parcel are more convenient than from any other app. They are being sent only from 8am to 10 pm according to your timezone, so you will not be bothered at night (however, you can disable this option in the settings). Some features, such as push notifications and tracking more than 3 deliveries are limited to premium subscribers. Current price for the premium subscription is $6.99 per year, and may vary from country to country. Parcel's privacy policy, as well as subscription terms are available at https://parcel.app/privacy-with-terms.html.

About

ZIP

Track all your online orders in real-time with live map updates and instant notifications. Supports over 1000 couriers and automatically imports orders from Gmail. No sign-up required to start tracking.

Highlights
  • Real-time package tracking
  • Live map view
  • Instant delivery notifications
  • Gmail order import
  • Home screen widget
  • Supports 1000+ couriers
Features
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THE #1 DELIVERY EXPERIENCE ON MOBILE Never ever ask again "Where's my package?" With ZIP, your orders are at your fingertips! Just open the app and enter your tracking number to follow your package(s) in real time. NO SIGN UP Just open the app and start tracking your packages immediately. TRACK YOUR ORDERS Easily track your parcels from UPS, FedEx, DHL, USPS, China Post and more! More than 1000+ connected couriers with 24/7 data monitoring. LIVE MAP A beautiful map lets you know the exact location of your package anywhere around the world and in real-time. SCROLLBAR Zoom on the map in a snap with a single finger. NOTIFICATIONS Never miss an important alert like when your parcel is crossing a country border or when it is about to be delivered. GMAIL CONNECT Import your orders automatically from Gmail. WIDGET Follow your packages from your iPhone home screen. We are pushing new updates every week, if you have any feedback please email us at hey@getzip.app Made in Paris, with Love. ZIP Terms of Use: https://getzip.app/terms/

Screenshots

Parcel4 screens
ZIP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Parcel at 86% against ZIP's 55%. Parcel also leads on ratings volume (22K vs 256) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Parcel sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year and ZIP sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Parcel holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parcel has 22K ratings behind it against 256, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Parcel's written reviews are positive against 55% of ZIP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Parcel ships an update every 2 weeks, ZIP weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Parcel versus ZIP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParcelZIP
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (22K ratings) — better4.5 (256 ratings)
Positive reviews85.9% of reviews — better54.5% of reviews
Number of ratings22K — better256
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#22 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIvan Pavlov Pty LtdFrancois Hubert

Customer experience

Parcel

All ratings22,457 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews2,422 reviews
Positive85.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative10.0%

ZIP

All ratings256 ratings
Positive85.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative12.1%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive54.5%
Neutral5.5%
Negative40.0%

User reviews

Parcel

From 22K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

ZIP

From 256 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Centralized package tracking
  • 🚀 Real-time updates
  • 🗺️ Map visualization of package location
  • ✅ Works with various carriers
  • ✨ User-friendly interface

Room to improve

  • 💸 Too many ads
  • ❌ Inaccurate tracking
  • 🐛 Packages disappear from app
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🚫 Cannot cancel subscription

Bugs and requests

Parcel

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inconsistent update frequency
  • Incompatibility with some carrier tracking

Requested features

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

ZIP

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Always says offline
  • Colis disappear from the app
  • Widget does not update
  • App says package is in America when it's in France
  • App says package arrives today but it's been 3 days
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  • Error searching for package
  • Black square on widget (resolved by changing widget)

Requested features

4 requests
  • Integration with Vinted Go
  • Map with automatic dark mode
  • Ability to order packages
  • More carrier options

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Parcel

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Subscription$6.991 Year
  • Premium Subscription1 Year trial$6.991 Year
6 purchases

ZIP

Subscriptions5
  • Posted Plus Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Posted Plus Weekly Free Trial3 Days trial$11.997 Days
  • Posted Plus Monthly$17.991 Month
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  • Posted Plus Yearly3 Days trial$35.991 Year
  • Posted Plus Yearly Free Trial7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Posted Plus Lifetime$99.00

Questions

Is Parcel free?
Parcel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ZIP free?
ZIP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Parcel or ZIP?
Parcel is rated higher. Parcel averages 4.8 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while ZIP averages 4.5 from 256 ratings.
Do Parcel or ZIP have ads?
Neither Parcel nor ZIP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Parcel or ZIP?
Parcel ships an update every 2 weeks, and ZIP weekly. Most recently, Parcel was updated on September 28, 2026 and ZIP on September 26, 2026.

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