iPostal1
$9.99/mo
Largest address selection
DYNAMIC PROVIDER COMPARISON
iPostal1 vs Traveling Mailbox
A side-by-side comparison generated from the same MailboxScout provider data used across this comparison engine, including a real-cost snapshot for common usage profiles.
Traveling Mailbox
$15/mo
Travelers and predictable scanning
At a glance
Side-by-side comparison
The same criteria are used for every provider. “Varies” is shown where a network does not publish one universal fee or allowance.
| Criteria | iPostal1 | Traveling Mailbox |
|---|---|---|
| MailboxScout score | 9.1/10 | 9.0/10 |
| Starting price | $9.99/mo | $15/mo |
| Address network | 4,250+ worldwide | Dozens of U.S. addresses |
| Address type | Street-address mailbox network; address rules vary by location | Selected U.S. street-address mailbox locations |
| Incoming mail | 30 items/mo on entry plan | 40 envelopes/mo |
| Open & Scan | $2.25 up to 10 pages per order | 35 page scans/mo included |
| Forwarding | Carrier + service level selected at checkout | Postage + $2 per shipment |
| Recipients | Plan/location dependent | 3 on Basic |
| Packages | Yes — handling and pickup rules vary by location | Yes — subject to service and shipping rules |
| International forwarding | Selected locations; confirm the exact mailbox | International forwarding supported |
| Storage | Location/plan dependent | Holding rules apply; extended holding may require action or fees |
| Check deposit | Yes, at most U.S. locations | Yes |
| App / access | iOS + Android | iOS + Android |
| Business use | Strong — personal, business and virtual-office style options | Good — includes a Small Business plan |
| Registered agent | Add-on in selected states | Not a core registered-agent product |
| USPS Form 1583 | Required for U.S. CMRA mailbox activation | Required for mailbox activation |
Where each provider stands out
Different strengths, not one universal winner
These category winners use MailboxScout’s editorial scoring for the underlying criteria. The factual row beneath each winner shows the provider data behind that distinction.
$9.99/mo
4,250+ worldwide
35 page scans/mo included
Postage + $2 per shipment
Strong — personal, business and virtual-office style options
Monthly plans with clearly published allowances.
Real-cost snapshot
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These estimates use the same simplified assumptions as the MailboxScout Real Cost model. Postage is included as the user-entered scenario budget. Anytime Mailbox is not standardized because local operator fees vary.
Lowest modeled
$24.74/mo
Green
Base $9.99 + usage $6.75 + postage $8.00
$25.00/mo
Basic
Base $15.00 + usage $2.00 + postage $8.00
Scenario: 10 mail items · 3 Open & Scan requests · 18 scanned pages · 1 forwarding shipment(s) · $8.00 postage budget.
$42.99/mo
Green
Base $9.99 + usage $18.00 + postage $15.00
Lowest modeled
$39.00/mo
Basic
Base $15.00 + usage $9.00 + postage $15.00
Scenario: 25 mail items · 8 Open & Scan requests · 45 scanned pages · 2 forwarding shipment(s) · $15.00 postage budget.
$87.99/mo
Blue
Base $14.99 + usage $45.00 + postage $28.00
Lowest modeled
$81.00/mo
Extended
Base $25.00 + usage $28.00 + postage $28.00
Scenario: 55 mail items · 20 Open & Scan requests · 120 scanned pages · 4 forwarding shipment(s) · $28.00 postage budget.
Bottom line
Who each provider fits best
iPostal1
Best fit: Largest address selection
Main limitation: The huge network is useful, but optional-service pricing and pickup rules can vary by location.
Entry pricing is monthly; location-level fees can differ.
Traveling Mailbox
Best fit: Travelers and predictable scanning
Main limitation: The address footprint is much smaller than large marketplace networks and premium addresses can cost more.
Monthly plans with clearly published allowances.
Important: Provider prices, location availability and operating rules can change. Marketplace networks can also vary by local operator. Verify the exact address and current provider terms before purchasing. Real-cost figures are estimates, not quotes.