Comparison

SmartPackr vs Packlist

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

Head to head
About

SmartPackr

Features
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SmartPackr is a simple yet powerful packing checklist app designed to make your travels stress-free. Whether you’re preparing for a short trip, a business journey, or a long vacation, SmartPackr helps you stay organized and never forget the essentials. Key Features: Create unlimited trips with custom names and departure dates Add packing items such as clothes, passport, charger, and more Mark items as packed with a single tap Long-press to delete items or trips easily Progress bar to track your packing completion Search and filter your items quickly Works completely offline — no account required Share your packing list with friends or family Lightweight, fast, and easy to use Why SmartPackr? No more forgetting important items. With SmartPackr, you can plan ahead, reduce stress, and travel with confidence. Privacy First: All trips and items are stored locally on your device. We do not collect personal data, contacts, or location. Ads are displayed via Google AdMob to keep the app free. SmartPackr is your trusted travel companion — from weekend getaways to long international journeys. Pack smarter, travel lighter, and enjoy peace of mind.

About

Packlist

Create and manage packing lists for your trips. Organize items to pack and pre-trip tasks separately. Reuse lists for future travel and track your progress easily.

Highlights
  • Separate packing and to-do sections
  • Quick item entry
  • Progress tracking
  • Reusable trip lists
  • Local-first storage
  • Export and import options
Features
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Packlist is a fast, local-first packing list for trips. Create a list for an upcoming trip, add everything you need to pack, and keep pre-trip tasks in a separate To do section. Check items off as you go, reorder the list, and reuse your setup the next time you travel. Packlist is designed to stay simple: - Separate To pack and To do sections - Quick item entry - Progress tracking - Reusable trip lists - Local-first storage with no account required - Export and import options for backups Your packing lists stay on your device unless you choose to export or share them.

Screenshots

SmartPackr3 screens
Packlist4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Packlist at none against SmartPackr's shown. SmartPackr's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartPackr ships an update every 5 days, Packlist every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
SmartPackr versus Packlist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartPackrPacklist
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTAKEHIRO NAKASHIMACorklight LLC

In-app purchases

None

SmartPackr

No in-app purchases

None

Packlist

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartPackr free?
SmartPackr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Packlist free?
Packlist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SmartPackr or Packlist have ads?
SmartPackr shows ads; Packlist does not.
Which is updated more often, SmartPackr or Packlist?
SmartPackr ships an update every 5 days, and Packlist every 4 weeks. Most recently, SmartPackr was updated on October 30, 2026 and Packlist on October 31, 2026.

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