PostScan Mail
$10/mo
Balanced features and locations
DYNAMIC PROVIDER COMPARISON
PostScan Mail vs VirtualPostMail
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.
VirtualPostMail
$20/mo
LLC and business use
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 | PostScan Mail | VirtualPostMail |
|---|---|---|
| MailboxScout score | 8.9/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Starting price | $10/mo | $20/mo |
| Address network | 1,000+ addresses | Selected U.S. business-friendly locations |
| Address type | Large network of street-address mailbox locations | Selected U.S. business-friendly mailbox addresses |
| Incoming mail | 30 items/mo | 25 envelope scans/mo on Starter |
| Open & Scan | $2/open & scan up to 10 pages on monthly Starter | 10 content scans included on Starter |
| Forwarding | $2 first item + $0.50 each additional + shipping | Available on request |
| Recipients | 1 on monthly Starter | 2 on Starter |
| Packages | Yes — package handling and pickup rules may vary | Yes — service rules and shipping charges apply |
| International forwarding | Forwarding available; destination and shipping costs vary | Forwarding available; confirm destination and carrier options |
| Storage | Storage allowances/fees depend on item and plan rules | Plan/service rules apply |
| Check deposit | Service availability varies | $10/deposit on published pricing |
| App / access | Web + mobile access | Web platform |
| Business use | Strong — personal through business/enterprise tiers | Very strong — business-oriented mailbox and company services |
| Registered agent | Not a universal core feature | Related registered-agent / LLC services available |
| USPS Form 1583 | Required for 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.
$10/mo
1,000+ addresses
10 content scans included on Starter
$2 first item + $0.50 each additional + shipping
Very strong — business-oriented mailbox and company services
Higher entry price, but included content scans improve predictability.
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
$27.50/mo
Starter
Base $10.00 + usage $9.50 + postage $8.00
$28.00/mo
Starter
Base $20.00 + usage $0.00 + postage $8.00
Scenario: 10 mail items · 3 Open & Scan requests · 18 scanned pages · 1 forwarding shipment(s) · $8.00 postage budget.
$50.00/mo
Starter
Base $10.00 + usage $25.00 + postage $15.00
Lowest modeled
$35.00/mo
Starter
Base $20.00 + usage $0.00 + postage $15.00
Scenario: 25 mail items · 8 Open & Scan requests · 45 scanned pages · 2 forwarding shipment(s) · $15.00 postage budget.
$99.00/mo
Standard
Base $20.00 + usage $51.00 + postage $28.00
Lowest modeled
$63.00/mo
Plus
Base $35.00 + usage $0.00 + 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
PostScan Mail
Best fit: Balanced features and locations
Main limitation: Entry-plan Open & Scan and forwarding handling can add meaningful usage charges.
Monthly and annual options; annual plans can include richer allowances.
VirtualPostMail
Best fit: LLC and business use
Main limitation: The address footprint is smaller and the starting price is higher than budget-focused providers.
Higher entry price, but included content scans improve predictability.
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.