Tracking · head-to-head
Pixela vs WhereParcel
Pixela is a single-developer, open-source habit- and effort-tracking service: every action goes through its REST API, turning daily counts, weight logs, or commit streaks into a GitHub-contribution-style graph. Callers register with a self-chosen token via `/v1/users`, then post daily values that render back as an embeddable SVG graph or badge — no dashboard beyond the API itself. Nearly every feature is free; a handful of extras (logo placement, priority support) are reserved for Patreon backers.
WhereParcel is a unified parcel-tracking API that normalizes shipment status across 64+ carriers — including USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and TNT — behind a single REST endpoint and webhook system, so integrators don't need a separate connector per carrier. Every request is authenticated with a Bearer API key and answered with full CORS support for browser-side calls, typically in 500ms for cached lookups and 2-3 seconds for live carrier queries. There's no free-forever tier: plans start at $49/month for 10,000 requests, each with a 7-day free trial.
| Pixela | WhereParcel | |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | API Key | API Key |
| Pricing | freemium | paid |
| Formats | JSON, SVG | JSON |
| CORS | yes | yes |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
Pixela is freemium, while WhereParcel is paid — Pixela is the cheaper way in.