You’ve got deliveries. Probably too many. And if you’re using old tools or juggling apps that don’t talk to each other, it’s chaos. So, which delivery software is best?
Both Locate2u and Route4Me promise to help. But only one is built for teams that need full control.
Locate2u vs Route4Me delivery software
Here’s the difference.
1. Route optimization
Route4Me is fast. You upload addresses, it spits out a route. Done.
Locate2u also provides route optimization. Same speed, but with live traffic factored in.
That means if a road closes or traffic slows down, it’ll re-route. On its own. No human needed.
It’s built for when things don’t go to plan.
2. Customer tracking
Route4Me gives you the option to send tracking links, but only with higher-tier plans or integrations.
Locate2u gives every customer a real-time live tracking link by default.
No setup. No extra tool. Just click and watch.
3. Driver app
Both have driver apps.
Route4Me’s driver app shows routes, collects proof of delivery, and supports barcode scans.
Locate2u’s app does that too, plus real-time updates, driver instructions, booking notes, and instant route changes from dispatch.
4. Dispatch control
Route4Me doesn’t have a true live dispatch view. You can, however, preload routes and asign stops in advance.
Locate2u gives you a dispatch dashboard that updates in real time.
You can drag bookings onto drivers as the day unfolds.
Change a route mid-run? No problem. That kind of flexibility saves hours.
5. Proof of delivery
Both apps support proof of delivery. Route4Me charges extra or requires integrations depending on the plan you choose.
Locate2u includes photos, signatures, time stamps, and delivery notes; all saved in one place. And yes, it’s all mobile.
6. Pricing
Route4Me is affordable if you want basic routing. But the moment you want tracking, dispatch, or deeper features, the price goes up.
The base package for route optimization is $60 per user per month (billed annually) and includes track progress, customer nofitications, and proof of delivery.
The Business Optimization plan is $90 per user per month with the ability to “apply business rules and priorities”, optimize across drivers, vehicles and depots, and handle mixed fleets.
Locate2u keeps everything included. You scale by adding drivers, not by unlocking features. The GPS package starts from $15 per seat/user per month (billed monthly).
The Premium package is $260 for four users per month ($65 per seat) but includes a complete booking management solution:
- route optimization,
- stop + booking management,
- shipment management,
- driver app,
- scheduler,
- proof of delivery,
- live location sharing,
- branded tracking link,
- GPS tracking,
- route reply,
- and so much more.
Locate2u offers geofencing. Route4Me offers avoidance zones for $20 per user, and dynamic geofencing for an additional $5 per user.
What delivery software should you pick?
Use Route4Me if:
- You only need routing
- You don’t mind third-party tools
- You’re okay with manual dispatch
Use Locate2u if:
- You want everything in one place
- You’ve got more than one driver
- You care about live tracking and customer experience
If you’re not just planning routes but also running a delivery business that won’t fall apart when something goes wrong, you need delivery software.
About the author
Cheryl has contributed to various international publications, with a fervor for data and technology. She explores the intersection of emerging tech trends with logistics, focusing on how digital innovations are reshaping industries on a global scale. When she's not dissecting the latest developments in AI-driven innovation and digital solutions, Cheryl can be found gaming, kickboxing, or navigating the novel niches of consumer gadgetry.
