OptimoRoute Alternative

Route Optimisation and Delivery Management in One Platform

OptimoRoute optimises routes well. Locate2u matches that core capability and runs real-time driver tracking, live dispatch management, proof of delivery, and customer notifications in one complete delivery platform.

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Feature Comparison

How Locate2u Compares to OptimoRoute

Both platforms offer route optimisation, live tracking, and proof of delivery, but differ in pricing model and how features are packaged by plan.

Feature	Locate2u	OptimoRoute
AI Route Optimisation	✓ Multi-vehicle, AI-powered	✓ Yes, core feature
Real-Time Driver Tracking	✓ Live GPS map	✓ Yes, all plans
Proof of Delivery	✓ Photo, signature & timestamp	✓ Yes, Pro plan and up
Driver Mobile App	✓ iOS & Android	✓ Yes, mobile app for drivers
Dispatch Dashboard	✓ Centralised, drag-and-drop	✓ Yes, drag-and-drop route changes
Customer ETA Notifications	✓ Automated SMS & email	✓ Yes, SMS and email (Pro and up)
API & Integrations	✓ REST API + marketplace	✓ Web Service API, all plans
Time to Go Live	✓ Operational within days	✓ Self-serve, 30-day free trial

Last reviewed: October 2026. Comparison written by Locate2u using publicly available information. See the sources below.

Why Teams Choose Locate2u Over OptimoRoute

OptimoRoute is a capable route planning platform. Locate2u pairs the same optimisation power with live dispatch management, real-time tracking, and proof of delivery in a single, unified interface.

AI route optimisation across multi-stop, multi-vehicle schedules in under 60 seconds
Live dispatch dashboard to assign, monitor, and adjust routes in real time
Capture proof of delivery digitally: photos, signatures, and timestamps
Automated customer ETA notifications from dispatch through delivery confirmation

What You Get

Everything Included in Locate2u

AI Route Optimisation

Optimise hundreds of stops across your entire fleet in under 60 seconds, accounting for time windows, capacity, and traffic.

Real-Time Tracking

Live GPS tracking for every driver on a single dispatch map, with automated ETA updates pushed to customers.

Proof of Delivery

Digital signatures, delivery photos, and timestamps captured at the point of delivery via the driver app.

Dispatch Dashboard

Centralised command centre for job assignment, driver scheduling, and real-time fleet management, all on one screen.

Driver Mobile App

iOS and Android app with turn-by-turn navigation, job management, POD capture, and direct communication with dispatch.

API & Integrations

Full REST API with webhooks, plus native integrations with Shopify, WooCommerce, Xero, Zapier, and 50+ platforms.

Frequently asked questions

Locate2u is a strong OptimoRoute alternative for businesses that want route optimisation built into a complete delivery management platform, with live tracking, proof of delivery, dispatch management, and customer notifications all included.

Both platforms offer automated optimisation for multi-stop, multi-vehicle routing. Locate2u processes hundreds of stops in under 60 seconds, accounting for time windows, vehicle capacity, driver shift constraints, and traffic conditions, fully integrated with live dispatch and tracking.

Yes. Locate2u combines route optimisation, real-time GPS tracking, proof of delivery, dispatch management, and customer notifications in one platform.

Most businesses are fully operational on Locate2u within days. The onboarding process includes account setup, driver app installation, and optional API integration, with dedicated support from the Locate2u team throughout.

Sources

OptimoRoute is a trademark of its owner. Locate2u is not affiliated with OptimoRoute. Comparison based on publicly available information as of October 2026.