Mail Boxes Etc vs PACK & SEND Franchise

Mail Boxes Etc and PACK & SEND are both UK franchise opportunities listed on Franchise Hunt. PACK & SEND has the lower minimum investment at £29,500, compared with £34,500 for Mail Boxes Etc. Mail Boxes Etc is the older brand, established in 1980. Mail Boxes Etc operates the larger UK network with 1,700 outlets versus 120.

FactMail Boxes EtcPACK & SEND
Minimum investment£34,500£29,500
Founded19801993
UK outlets1700120
Training includedYesYes
FinancingThird PartyThird Party
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Mail Boxes Etc vs PACK & SEND FAQ

Which is cheaper, Mail Boxes Etc or PACK & SEND?

PACK & SEND is the cheaper franchise of the two, starting from £29,500 compared with £34,500 for Mail Boxes Etc. These are minimum investment figures; total project cost may be higher.

Which has been around longer, Mail Boxes Etc or PACK & SEND?

Mail Boxes Etc is the older brand, established in 1980, while PACK & SEND was founded in 1993.

Which has more UK outlets, Mail Boxes Etc or PACK & SEND?

Mail Boxes Etc runs the larger UK network with 1,700 outlets compared with 120 for PACK & SEND.

Do Mail Boxes Etc and PACK & SEND both include training?

Mail Boxes Etc and PACK & SEND both include training for new franchisees.

Is financing available for Mail Boxes Etc and PACK & SEND?

Mail Boxes Etc financing: Third Party. PACK & SEND financing: Third Party. Contact each franchisor directly to confirm available funding support.

Reviewed by the Franchise Hunt editorial team. Last updated 3 May 2026.