# Postcodes & Postbox Search vs Zipcode

The clearest difference is rating: Zipcode at 5.0 against Postcodes & Postbox Search's 3.7. Zipcode also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). Postcodes & Postbox Search's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (92 vs 9). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Postcodes & Postbox Search sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Zipcode asks for nothing beyond the download.

Zipcode holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Postcodes & Postbox Search has 92 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Postcodes & Postbox Search's written reviews are positive against 60% of Zipcode's.

Postcodes & Postbox Search ships an update every 4 months, Zipcode every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Postcodes & Postbox Search | Zipcode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (92 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postcodes-and-postbox-search/id868407023/reviews) | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zipcode-the-address-finder/id1455160057/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **92** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 44.8% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 219 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Bakery](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585623049) | [Daniel Budynski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451414442) |

## What reviewers say

### Postcodes & Postbox Search

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postcodes-and-postbox-search/id868407023)

Quickly find postcodes and postboxes with this app. Search by address or map location, save favorites, and even access your current postcode on your Apple Watch. Ideal for deliveries, driving, or filling out forms.

**Highlights:** Postcode lookup, Postbox search, Search by address, Map search, Save favorite locations, Apple Watch integration

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Starter | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ad Removal | $3.99 | one-time |
| Postcodes Enthusiast | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate and fast postcode finder
- 👍 Useful for finding addresses
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Handy app to have
- 👍 Good for business and private use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 All features behind paywall
- 😞 Forced subscription
- 😞 No free option
- 😞 Expensive subscription
- 😞 Deleted immediately

**Reported bugs**

- All features hidden behind paywall
- Subscription is forced
- No free option anymore
- Forced subscription
- Subscription auto renewal

**Requested features**

- Allow reduced usage option for existing downloads
- Pay once deal for existing users
- Go back to being free to use
- Add time of collection for post boxes
- Add street view of postboxes


### Zipcode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zipcode-the-address-finder/id1455160057)

Easily find your current address or search for any location. Preview addresses in maps and share them with others. Get the information you need quickly and efficiently.

**Highlights:** Find current address, Search for desired places, Preview locations in maps, Share found addresses, Copy found addresses

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Postcodes & Postbox Search free?

Postcodes & Postbox Search is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Zipcode free?

Zipcode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Postcodes & Postbox Search or Zipcode?

Zipcode is rated higher. Postcodes & Postbox Search averages 3.7 out of 5 from 92 ratings, while Zipcode averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.

### Do Postcodes & Postbox Search or Zipcode have ads?

Zipcode shows ads; Postcodes & Postbox Search does not.

### Which is updated more often, Postcodes & Postbox Search or Zipcode?

Postcodes & Postbox Search ships an update every 4 months, and Zipcode every 2 weeks. Most recently, Postcodes & Postbox Search was updated on October 14, 2026 and Zipcode on October 2, 2026.

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