Comparison

Relay On Demand vs Driver

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Relay On Demand

This app connects carriers with truck drivers for short-haul moves under 150 miles. Carriers can quickly find drivers to fill empty seats or cover HOS shortages. Drivers gain flexibility to work when and how often they choose, with upfront pay visibility and quick payment options.

Highlights
  • On-demand truck drivers
  • Short-haul moves (<150 miles)
  • Fill empty truck seats
  • Cover HOS shortages
  • Flexible driver work schedule
  • Upfront pay and cost visibility
  • Quick payment options
Features
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RELAY is an app that matches Carriers and Drivers. With RELAY you can get a Truck Driver On Demand for any move less than 150 miles. As a carrier, you can instantly get a driver to fill your empty truck seat or back fill your driver who ran out of HOS with just a few clicks. Drivers can use RELAY to work when and how often they want. A new way to use your CDL OnDemand. Drivers… You now have a better way to work and earn big money using your CDL. Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to work when and how often you like. When you’re ready to work, simply log in and accept an available Relay Move that fits your schedule. Use RELAY to pick up extra work on the side whenever you want or make RELAY your main gig. Either way, you can opt to get paid as soon as the next day! With RELAY, there are no price negotiations or haggling. Drivers and Carriers both see the pay and cost upfront and can decide to do the Relay Move or not. Simple, fair, and efficient. HOW IT WORKS Carriers: You can download the app, sign up, and get a pre-qualified, safe, and professional driver within minutes. All drivers must pass RELAY’s background, assessments, and training so you can be assured the truck drivers through RELAY are the best of the best. Drivers: Before you can start using the app you’ll need to sign up and create a profile. Once you are approved and authorized by RELAY you’ll be able to access our exclusive Relay moves and accept them through the app.

About

Driver

Features
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This mobile application enables drivers, connected to the WorldTrak TMS, the capability to view dispatched shipments, updates statuses, take pictures of cargo, and enter POD information including obtaining an image of the signature.

Screenshots

Relay On Demand4 screens
Driver3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Driver at weekly against Relay On Demand's every 2 months. Driver also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Relay On Demand ships an update every 2 months, Driver weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Relay On Demand versus Driver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRelay On DemandDriver
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (107 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings107 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.68.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRelay LLCChuck Schubert & Associates, Inc.

Bugs and requests

Relay On Demand

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App restarts often
  • App crashes when switching screens
  • Login issues
  • Confirmation email not received
  • Sign-up process loops
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  • App is glitchy at times
  • Occasional bugs in the app

Requested features

28 requests
  • Improve instant pay functionality
  • Integrate electronic log within the app
  • Provide electronic log for managing HOS
  • Offer higher paying jobs in the future
  • Verify user's location before requiring personal data
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  • Fix app crashes
  • Improve app stability
  • Provide clearer communication on application status
  • Offer better support for drivers
  • Increase availability of local runs in all markets
  • Ensure fair compensation for drivers
  • Allow drivers to voice concerns and advocate for interests
  • Create a more driver-friendly platform
  • Improve the tier system for new drivers
  • Ensure cleaner tractor conditions
  • Provide access to the full load board for new drivers
  • Offer better pay rates
  • Ensure consistent pay rates
  • Improve communication regarding fuel cards
  • Consider traffic in deadline setting
  • Make fuel card information readily available
  • Provide more local runs
  • Improve app navigation for non-techie users
  • Add dark mode option
  • Improve app performance
  • Provide more transparent experience requirements
  • Offer better reimbursement process for rejected applicants
  • Improve the sign-up and login process

Driver

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Relay On Demand

No in-app purchases

None

Driver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Relay On Demand free?
Relay On Demand is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Driver free?
Driver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Relay On Demand or Driver have ads?
Neither Relay On Demand nor Driver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Relay On Demand or Driver?
Relay On Demand ships an update every 2 months, and Driver weekly. Most recently, Relay On Demand was updated on September 26, 2026 and Driver on September 13, 2026.

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