Comparing PrimeBox vs Aeropost to bring your US purchases to Colombia? Aeropost has a regional presence across Latin America and has operated in the country for years, so it's an option many people consider. This guide compares both mailboxes point by point with verifiable data, so you can decide without guessing.
Transparency note: the PrimeBox figures in this guide are real data about our own service. Aeropost's figures were taken from its official rates on July 2, 2026; they change often, so confirm them on its site before deciding. When Aeropost doesn't publish a figure (delivery times, coverage), we say so instead of making it up.
Quick summary
| Feature | PrimeBox | Aeropost |
|---|---|---|
| Rate | Tiered: from US$8 (1 lb, minimum) down to US$2.80/lb (56+ lb) | US$1.99/lb + US$10.49/package handling (VAT not included) |
| Mailbox setup | Free, Miami address instantly | Free |
| Delivery time | 3 to 8 business days | Not published — check their official site |
| Personal shopper | Yes — 8% commission | No (in Colombia) |
| Insurance | Up to US$2,000 USD | US$1.99/package, up to US$999.99 declared value |
| City coverage | Nationwide from Miami | Not published — check their official site |
| Oversight / backing | SIC-supervised · Bogota Chamber of Commerce | Aeropost Inc. (Miami), owned by Click to Collect Company Ltd. (Nassau, Bahamas) |
| Track record | 1,200+ customers · 4.9★ | Regional presence across Latin America |
The short takeaway: PrimeBox competes hard on light-package rates, published data transparency and personal shopper, while Aeropost brings regional presence and years operating across several countries. Let's look at the details.
Price difference — per-pound rate
Aeropost uses a flat per-pound rate plus a per-package handling fee: US$1.99 per pound plus US$10.49 handling, not including VAT. PrimeBox, by contrast, uses a tiered rate that drops as your shipment gets heavier.
PrimeBox rates broken down
| Shipment weight | Rate (reference) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb (minimum rate) | US$8.00 (minimum total charge) |
| 2 – 5 lb | US$10 (2 lb) · US$12 (3 lb) · US$14 (4 lb) · US$16.50 (5 lb) |
| 6 – 9 lb | Up to US$26.50 |
| 10 – 55 lb | US$3.00/lb |
| 56 lb and up | US$2.80/lb (from US$2.80/lb) |
You can estimate your exact case in the PrimeBox calculator, which also adds taxes using the live TRM from Banco de la República.
How the math works out with Aeropost's formula
Using Aeropost's published formula (US$1.99/lb + US$10.49 handling, VAT not included), here's the estimate for the same shipment on both mailboxes:
| Shipment weight | PrimeBox | Aeropost (estimated from its formula, VAT not included) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | US$8.00 | US$12.48 (1.99 + 10.49) |
| 5 lb, ~US$100 declared | US$16.50 | US$19.94 + VAT (figure from their own official calculator) |
| 20 lb | US$60.00 | ≈ US$52.28 (39.80 + 10.49 + US$1.99 insurance), before VAT |
On light packages, PrimeBox is cheaper. At higher weights the gap narrows, and Aeropost can even come in lower before its VAT on handling is added — so always confirm the live figure on its official calculator before deciding on price for large shipments.
Real example: bringing an iPhone 15
An iPhone 15 with its box weighs roughly 1.5 pounds. With PrimeBox, that weight lands on the US$8 minimum rate. Using Aeropost's formula, the estimate would be 1.99 × 1.5 + 10.49 = US$13.48, plus the US$1.99 per-package insurance fee and VAT on handling (not included in that figure). For the full cost breakdown of this product, also read how much it costs to bring an iPhone from the US to Colombia.
Delivery times
PrimeBox delivers in 3 to 8 business days once your package leaves Miami, subject to customs clearance and the destination city. Aeropost doesn't publish a delivery-time range on its Colombia rates page (checked July 2, 2026) — confirm directly with them if speed is your priority.
Geographic coverage
With PrimeBox you get your Miami address instantly when you open your free virtual mailbox in Colombia, and from there we ship nationwide. Aeropost's city coverage and delivery points aren't published in detail on its site — check directly, especially if you live outside major cities.
Included services
- Virtual mailbox in Miami: free setup, instant address and package consolidation to lower your per-pound cost.
- Personal Shopper (8% commission): if a store won't accept your Colombian card or won't ship to mailboxes, we buy on your behalf with an 8% commission on the product value. Based on Aeropost's public information, this service isn't available in Colombia.
- Amazon Marketplace (coming soon): we're integrating direct Amazon purchasing with live TRM and payment in pesos.
If your purchase is 100% Amazon, also read how to buy on Amazon from Colombia.
Trust signals
- Insurance up to US$2,000 USD per shipment with PrimeBox.
- Supervised by the SIC and registered with the Bogota Chamber of Commerce.
- 1,200+ customers and a 4.9★ rating.
Aeropost backs its operation with a regional presence across Latin America. Its legal entity is Aeropost Inc., headquartered in Miami, now owned by Click to Collect Company Ltd. (Nassau, Bahamas; previously part of PriceSmart). Its insurance covers up to US$999.99 of declared value for a US$1.99 per-package fee — a lower cap than PrimeBox's.
Pros and cons of each
PrimeBox — for: competitive tiered pricing on light packages (from US$8), published 3–8 business-day delivery, personal shopper with a clear 8% commission, insurance up to US$2,000 USD and SIC oversight.
PrimeBox — to improve: we're newer to the market than Aeropost, and our Amazon marketplace hasn't launched yet (coming soon).
Aeropost — for: regional presence across Latin America and years operating in several countries, which gives some users brand recognition.
Aeropost — to improve: it doesn't publish delivery times or city coverage for Colombia; its US$10.49 per-package handling fee weighs more on light shipments; it doesn't offer a personal shopper in the country; and its insurance caps out at US$999.99 declared value, below PrimeBox's limit.
Which one suits you?
- You bring light packages (1–5 lb) → PrimeBox is usually cheaper: Aeropost's flat handling fee weighs proportionally more on small shipments.
- You need someone to buy on your behalf with a clear commission → PrimeBox charges 8% personal shopper; Aeropost doesn't offer this service in Colombia per its public information.
- You want to know the delivery time before buying → PrimeBox publishes its range (3–8 business days); Aeropost doesn't publish one for Colombia.
- You value a brand with presence across several countries in the region → Aeropost has that reach in its favor.
If you want the full picture of options in the country, the guide on best virtual mailboxes in Colombia will also help.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, PrimeBox or Aeropost?
It depends on weight. On light packages PrimeBox is usually cheaper: 1 lb costs US$8.00 with PrimeBox versus an estimated US$12.48 (+VAT) with Aeropost, calculated from its published formula of US$1.99/lb + US$10.49 handling. On a 5 lb shipment with ~US$100 declared, Aeropost charges about US$19.94 + VAT versus US$16.50 with PrimeBox, per its own official calculator checked on July 2, 2026. Always verify the current rate before deciding.
How long does Aeropost take to deliver in Colombia?
Aeropost does not publish a delivery-time range on its Colombia rates page (checked July 2, 2026) — confirm directly with them. PrimeBox does publish its range: 3 to 8 business days once the package leaves Miami.
Does Aeropost offer a personal shopper in Colombia?
No. Based on Aeropost's public information, assisted purchasing isn't available in the country. PrimeBox does: if a store won't accept your Colombian card, we buy on your behalf with an 8% commission on the product value.
Are my packages insured with Aeropost?
Aeropost charges a US$1.99 per-package insurance fee, covering up to US$999.99 of declared value, per its official site. PrimeBox insures your shipments up to US$2,000 USD, a notably higher cap than Aeropost's.
What company is behind Aeropost?
Aeropost Inc. is headquartered in Miami and is now owned by Click to Collect Company Ltd., registered in Nassau, Bahamas (previously part of PriceSmart). PrimeBox is supervised by Colombia's SIC and registered with the Bogota Chamber of Commerce.
Conclusion: choose with data, not marketing
PrimeBox and Aeropost solve the same problem —bringing your US purchases to Colombia— with different strengths. Aeropost brings regional presence and years operating across several countries. PrimeBox wins on light packages, on published data (delivery times, coverage, shopper commission), on insurance up to US$2,000 USD and on local backing with SIC oversight and the Bogota Chamber of Commerce. Always compare both companies' current figures before deciding.
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