# Parcel vs Package Tracker & Track Parcel

Parcel and Package Tracker & Track Parcel both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of Parcel's written reviews are positive against 36% of Package Tracker & Track Parcel's. Parcel also leads on ratings volume (22K vs 416) and device support (5 vs 3). Package Tracker & Track Parcel's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Parcel sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year and Package Tracker & Track Parcel sells 14 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 — 4.8 for Parcel against 4.7 for Package Tracker & Track Parcel. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parcel has 22K ratings behind it against 416, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of Parcel's written reviews are positive against 36% of Package Tracker & Track Parcel's.

Parcel ships an update every 2 weeks, Package Tracker & Track Parcel fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Parcel | Package Tracker & Track Parcel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parcel-delivery-tracking/id375589283/reviews)** | [4.7 (416 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/package-tracker-and-track-parcel/id6746402409/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 416 |
| Positive reviews | **85.9% of reviews** | 35.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | #41 |
| Size | 31 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ivan Pavlov Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/375311513) | [Appelio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616494815) |

## What reviewers say

### Parcel

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

**Currently charting:** #22 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


### Package Tracker & Track Parcel

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

**Currently charting:** #41 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 (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Package Tracker - Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 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 Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Premium Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Package Tracker - Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| Package Tracker Free Trial | $49.99 | per year |
| Package Tracker Yearly | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Parcel free?

Parcel 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, Parcel or Package Tracker & Track Parcel?

Parcel is rated higher. Parcel averages 4.8 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Package Tracker & Track Parcel averages 4.7 from 416 ratings.

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

Neither Parcel nor Package Tracker & Track Parcel shows ads.

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

Parcel ships an update every 2 weeks, and Package Tracker & Track Parcel fortnightly. Most recently, Parcel was updated on September 28, 2026 and Package Tracker & Track Parcel on September 28, 2026.

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

Parcel currently peaks at #22 in the App Store charts, and Package Tracker & Track Parcel at #41. 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.*