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Parcel alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Parcel alternative is 17TRACK (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Parcel compared with 4 alternatives: Pkge, ParcelsApp, 17TRACK and Ship24.
Parcel has a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.99 per year. All 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ParcelThis tool | Free plan · from $6.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS |
| Pkge | Free plan | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| ParcelsApp | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| 17TRACK | Free plan · from $9/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Ship24 | Free plan · from $3.90/mo | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
Parcel starts at $0.58 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
17TRACK scores higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Parcel
Pkge
Free package tracker website and mobile app for 700+ carriers
- Pkge also lists an Android app.
- Pkge lists no macOS app, which Parcel has.
- Pkge does not cover barcode scanning, which Parcel does.
Suits: Shoppers who want a free tracker for a handful of parcels
ParcelsApp
Universal parcel tracker with paid plans for higher volume
- ParcelsApp starts at $3.99 per month for 50 shipments.
- ParcelsApp lists no iOS and macOS apps, which Parcel has.
- ParcelsApp does not cover barcode scanning and dashboards, which Parcel does.
Suits: Shoppers tracking parcels that change carriers in transit
17TRACK
Package tracking across 3,600+ carriers, plus store order tracking
- 17TRACK starts at $9 per month for 200 shipments, billed yearly.
- 17TRACK also lists an Android app.
- 17TRACK lists no macOS app, which Parcel has.
- 17TRACK also covers workflow automation and reports.
- 17TRACK does not cover barcode scanning and dashboards, which Parcel does.
Suits: Shoppers tracking parcels from many carriers in one place
Ship24
Parcel tracking API, tracking pages and notifications for stores
- Ship24 starts at $3.90 per month for 50 shipments.
- Ship24 lists no iOS and macOS apps, which Parcel has.
- Ship24 also covers reports.
- Ship24 does not cover barcode scanning, which Parcel does.
Suits: Small shops tracking a few dozen shipments a month
Limits worth knowing in Parcel
- No Android app is listed; other platforms use the Web Access page.
- The free version tracks only 3 deliveries and has no push notifications.
- A classic Mac version covers macOS 15 and earlier; macOS Tahoe needs the newer Parcel app.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Parcel?
The alternatives to Parcel in this directory are Pkge, ParcelsApp, 17TRACK and Ship24. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Parcel.
Is there a free alternative to Parcel?
Yes. Pkge, ParcelsApp, 17TRACK and Ship24 have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Parcel alternatives work on Android?
The Parcel listing does not include an Android app. Pkge and 17TRACK list one.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Nov 13, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.