How much does it cost to post a mobile phone?
UK postage prices for a mobile phone, compared across Royal Mail, Evri and InPost.
The cheapest way to post a mobile phone is Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop for £2.62.
Based on a typical packed size of 22 × 15 × 8cm and weight of 450g (Royal Mail size: Small Parcel).
Check your exact size & weightAll options for a mobile phone
| Service | Speed | Tracked | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop Drop at a ParcelShop; recipient collects from their chosen shop | Usually 2-4 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £2.62 |
| InPost Locker to locker - Small (A) Drop in any InPost locker 24/7 - no printer needed | Usually 1-3 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £2.99 approx. |
| Evri Small parcel Book online, drop at an Evri ParcelShop or locker | Usually 2-3 working days | Yes | £3.04 |
| InPost Locker to locker - Medium (B) Drop in any InPost locker 24/7 - no printer needed | Usually 1-3 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £3.49 approx. |
| Royal Mail Tracked 48 (bought online) Print label online, drop at Post Office, postbox or collection | Aims for 2-3 working days | Yes | £3.75 |
| InPost Locker to locker - Large (C) Drop in any InPost locker 24/7 - no printer needed | Usually 1-3 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £3.99 approx. |
| Evri Standard parcel Book online, drop at an Evri ParcelShop or locker | Usually 2-3 working days | Yes | £3.99 approx. |
| Royal Mail 2nd Class Small Parcel Post Office counter or stamps | Aims for 2-3 working days | No | £4.60 |
| Royal Mail Tracked 24 (bought online) Print label online, drop at Post Office, postbox or collection | Aims for next working day | Yes | £4.80 |
| Royal Mail 1st Class Small Parcel Post Office counter or stamps | Aims for next working day | No | £5.90 |
Prices from 5 October 2026, last checked 1 October 2026. Prices marked approx. are our best estimate – confirm with the carrier before paying.
Royal Mail or a courier?
The cheapest Royal Mail option is Tracked 48 (bought online) at £3.75, and the cheapest courier is Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop at £2.62 – so for a mobile phone, a courier is cheaper by £1.13. Royal Mail delivers to the door and you can hand it in at any Post Office; courier drop-off services are often cheaper but may need the recipient to collect from a shop or locker.
How to pack a mobile phone for posting
- Back up your data, remove SIM and memory cards and factory reset the phone.
- Wrap the phone in bubble wrap and put it in a small, rigid box.
- Fill any space so the phone can't move.
- Don't write 'phone' or the brand on the outside of the parcel.
Common mistake: Posting a phone in a padded envelope saves pence but risks a cracked screen. Use a small box - it's still a Small Parcel.
Good to know
Phones are among the most commonly disputed items. Use tracked postage with a signature, and photograph the phone working before you pack it.
What if yours is heavier?
Weight changes the price, so here is the cheapest option at the same size but heavier weights.
| Packed weight | Cheapest | Service |
|---|---|---|
| 450g | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |
| 675g | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |
| 900g | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |