Comparison

Parcel vs Live Package Tracker

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

Live Package Tracker

Track all your shipments from origin to delivery in one convenient app. Receive live updates and timely notifications for every stage of your package's journey. Supports numerous global carriers for seamless delivery monitoring.

Highlights
  • All packages in one place
  • Live tracking updates
  • Delivery notifications
  • Automatic carrier detection
  • Global carrier support
  • Detailed tracking history
Features
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Parcels: Live Package Tracker makes it easy to follow your deliveries from shipment to doorstep. Key Features: - All Your Packages in One Place: Add and manage multiple deliveries from a single app. - Live Tracking Updates: Stay updated as your shipment moves through each delivery stage. - Delivery Notifications: Get alerts for important events such as transit updates, delays, out-for-delivery status, and delivery confirmation. - Automatic Carrier Detection: Enter your tracking number and let Parcels identify the supported carrier. - Global Carrier Support: Track domestic and international shipments across major postal services and couriers worldwide. - Detailed Tracking History: View the latest shipment status, checkpoints, locations, and previous tracking events. - Clean & Simple Tracking: Quickly see where your package is and what happens next without digging through multiple carrier websites. From online orders to international shipments, Parcels keeps every delivery organized and easy to follow. Subscription in this app (price in US Dollar) - Weekly Trial: 7 days free trial then 7.99$/week - Monthly Non-trial: 14.99$/month - Yearly Non-trial: 39.99/year Notes: Prices may vary by country. The subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Cancel anytime Term of Use: https://www.alley51.co/term-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.alley51.co/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Parcel4 screens
Live Package Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Parcel at 4.8 against Live Package Tracker's 3.0. Parcel also leads on ratings volume (23K vs 2) and chart position (#27 vs unranked). Live Package Tracker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. Live Package Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Parcel holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parcel has 23K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Parcel ships an update fortnightly, Live Package Tracker every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Parcel versus Live Package Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParcelLive Package Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (23K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings23K — better2
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#27 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIvan Pavlov Pty LtdALLEY 51 CO., LTD

Customer experience

Parcel

All ratings22,766 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews2,451 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative10.2%

Live Package Tracker

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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

Live Package Tracker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Parcel

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Subscription$6.991 Year
  • Premium Subscription1 Year trial$6.991 Year
None

Live Package Tracker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Parcel free?
Parcel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Live Package Tracker free?
Live Package Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Parcel or Live Package Tracker?
Parcel is rated higher. Parcel averages 4.8 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Live Package Tracker averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Parcel or Live Package Tracker have ads?
Neither Parcel nor Live Package Tracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Parcel or Live Package Tracker?
Parcel ships an update fortnightly, and Live Package Tracker every 3 days. Most recently, Parcel was updated on October 19, 2026 and Live Package Tracker on October 18, 2026.

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