Comparison

Soupcase vs PackingMate

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

Head to head
About

Soupcase

Streamline your travel preparations with this reusable packing list application. Organize items by trip, create custom groups, and track packed essentials. Build itineraries and duplicate past trips to reduce pre-travel stress.

Highlights
  • Organize packing by trip
  • Create custom packing groups
  • Check items off as you pack
  • Build full trip itineraries
  • Duplicate entire trips
  • Share trip plans with others
Features
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Simplify your travel prep with Soupcase — your smart, reusable packing list app. No more forgetting the essentials or rewriting lists from scratch. Soupcase helps you: • Organize your packing by trip, sorted automatically by upcoming dates • Create custom packing groups like "Kids' Suitcase," "Beach Bag," or "My Backpack" • Check items off as you pack — so nothing gets left behind • Build a full trip itinerary — add and edit activities so your whole plan lives in one place • Duplicate entire trips to reuse lists for future adventures • Keep everything in one place and stress less before you travel Soupcase is free to download and use, with banner ads on the free plan. Upgrade to First Class for $2.99/month to: • Remove all ads for a clean, distraction-free experience • Invite family or friends with a shareable link — give them view-only access or let them edit, so everyone stays aligned on the itinerary while managing their own packing Whether you're heading to Disney, the mountains, or a weekend getaway, Soupcase makes it easy to plan ahead and pack with confidence. Privacy Policy: https://mysoupcase.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

PackingMate

This app assists travelers in creating organized packing lists and managing trip details. It helps users prepare for various types of travel, from short getaways to family vacations, ensuring everything is accounted for before departure.

Highlights
  • Smart packing lists by trip type
  • Organize trip details in one place
  • Manage lists for family travel
  • Track preparation progress
  • Share trip plans and packing info
Features
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PackingMate helps travelers create smarter packing lists, organize trip details, and stay prepared before every journey. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway, a business trip, or a family vacation, PackingMate gives you a clearer way to manage what to bring and what to do before you leave. Main features • Smart packing lists: Create practical lists faster based on your trip type and travel needs • Trip details in one place: Keep hotels, transport, and activities organized together • Better for family travel: Manage separate lists and preparation details for each traveler • Progress tracking: See what is ready and what still needs attention before departure • Easier sharing: Share trip plans and packing information more clearly with others PackingMate is designed for travelers who want a simpler, more organized way to prepare. From packing to planning, it helps you start every trip with more confidence.

Screenshots

Soupcase4 screens
PackingMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PackingMate at none against Soupcase's shown. PackingMate also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). Soupcase's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Soupcase sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and PackingMate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Soupcase against 5.0 for PackingMate. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Soupcase ships an update fortnightly, PackingMate every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Soupcase versus PackingMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoupcasePackingMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWasabi Creative, LLC岩鑫 孙

Customer experience

Soupcase

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PackingMate

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Soupcase

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
1 purchases

PackingMate

One-time1
  • PackingMate Pro (Lifetime)$9.99

Questions

Is Soupcase free?
Soupcase is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PackingMate free?
PackingMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Soupcase or PackingMate?
Soupcase and PackingMate are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Soupcase or PackingMate have ads?
Soupcase shows ads; PackingMate does not.
Which is updated more often, Soupcase or PackingMate?
Soupcase ships an update fortnightly, and PackingMate every 5 days. Most recently, Soupcase was updated on October 9, 2026 and PackingMate on October 3, 2026.

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