Comparison

Delivery Route Planner vs Spark Ride

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

Head to head
About

Delivery Route Planner

Optimize multi-stop delivery routes with intelligent algorithms that consider traffic, time windows, and priorities. Import stops easily from spreadsheets or photos, and validate addresses before you go. Get accurate ETAs and proof of delivery.

Highlights
  • Intelligent route optimization
  • Import stops from Excel, CSV, photos
  • Address validation
  • Accurate ETAs
  • Navigate with preferred apps
  • Proof of delivery
  • Visual route mapping
Features
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Plan smarter routes. Deliver more packages. Get home earlier. Upper is the route planning app built for delivery drivers, couriers, and field professionals who need to optimize multi-stop routes fast. Stop wasting time manually plotting addresses — let Upper's algorithm find your fastest path through 500+ stops in seconds. INTELLIGENT ROUTE OPTIMIZATION Our optimization engine analyzes every variable: distance between stops, real-time traffic, delivery time windows, priority packages, service time at each location, and your preferred highways. The result? Routes that actually work in the real world, not just on paper. - Optimize up to 500 stops per route - Factor in delivery windows and priority levels - Set service time per stop for accurate planning - Choose highway preferences and toll avoidance - Handle pickups and deliveries on the same route IMPORT STOPS YOUR WAY No more typing addresses one by one. Upper accepts stops however you get them: - Import from Excel, CSV, or any spreadsheet - Capture manifest photos — our OCR reads the addresses - Copy-paste address lists directly - Add stops manually when needed ADDRESS VALIDATION BUILT IN Bad addresses kill delivery efficiency. Upper validates every address before you drive, catching typos, wrong zip codes, duplicates, and formatting errors automatically. Know your route is solid before you leave. ACCURATE ETAs YOUR CUSTOMERS CAN TRUST Give customers reliable arrival windows. Upper calculates ETAs using actual driving speeds, service time at each stop, scheduled breaks, and real distances — not optimistic guesses. NAVIGATE WITH YOUR FAVORITE APP Launch directions in Google Maps, Waze, Apple Maps, or MapQuest. Use your phone or connect through Apple CarPlay. Upper hands off navigation seamlessly to whatever you prefer. PROOF OF DELIVERY & TRACKING Document every stop with photos, signatures, and notes. Track your progress through the route with real-time status updates. Export completed routes for client reporting or employer records. SEE YOUR ROUTES VISUALLY View all stops on an interactive map with color-coded pins. Distinguish deliveries from pickups, see your optimized sequence, and understand your route at a glance. WHO USES UPPER? - Independent delivery drivers and owner-operators - Amazon DSP and Flex drivers - FedEx Ground and Express contractors - Courier and messenger services - Food and flower delivery - Pharmacy and medical delivery - Field service technicians - Sales representatives with territory routes - Real estate agents showing multiple properties - Any professional running multi-stop routes THE NUMBERS THAT MATTER Drivers using Upper report saving 1-2 hours daily, reducing miles driven by 20-40%, and completing more stops per shift. Less driving means lower fuel costs, less vehicle wear, and more time with your family. TRY UPPER FREE Start your 3-day free trial on monthly plans. No commitment — cancel anytime. See how much time you save on your very first route. --- SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Upper offers monthly and annual subscription options. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at purchase confirmation. For billing and subscription support: https://support.apple.com/billing LINKS Privacy Policy: https://faq.upperinc.com/main/articles/1600838500117-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://faq.upperinc.com/main/articles/1600838360756-terms-of-use Questions? Contact support@upperinc.com

About

Spark Ride

This app connects drivers with nearby passengers, offering transparent earnings tracking and optimized navigation. Enjoy flexible working hours and 24/7 driver support for a secure and profitable driving experience.

Highlights
  • Receive ride requests
  • Transparent earnings tracking
  • Optimized navigation
  • 24/7 driver support
  • Passenger verification for safety
Features
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O aplicativo de motoristas foi projetado para você aproveitar ao máximo cada viagem. Torne-se um motorista parceiro e tenha controle sobre seus ganhos e seu tempo, dirigindo com flexibilidade e segurança. Recursos: Receba solicitações de viagem facilmente: Conecte-se com passageiros próximos com apenas alguns toques. Ganhos transparentes: Acompanhe seus ganhos em tempo real através do aplicativo. Navegação otimizada: Utilize a navegação integrada para encontrar as melhores rotas até o destino do passageiro. Suporte ao motorista: Nossa equipe de suporte está disponível 24 horas por dia, 7 dias por semana, para ajudá-lo sempre que necessário. Segurança garantida: Todos os passageiros são verificados para sua segurança. Baixe o aplicativo de motoristas e tenha a oportunidade de dirigir quando quiser, onde quiser, aumentando seus ganhos com liberdade e segurança!

Screenshots

Delivery Route Planner4 screens
Spark Ride4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Spark Ride at 5.0 against Delivery Route Planner's 4.5. Spark Ride also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). Delivery Route Planner's advantage is ratings volume (1.7K vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Delivery Route Planner sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Spark Ride asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Spark Ride holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Delivery Route Planner has 1.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Delivery Route Planner versus Spark Ride: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDelivery Route PlannerSpark Ride
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.7K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.7K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size120 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMonocubed, IncPop Driver Technology

Customer experience

Delivery Route Planner

All ratings1,711 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews331 reviews
Positive77.6%
Neutral9.4%
Negative13.0%

Spark Ride

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Delivery Route Planner

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Addresses not recognized
  • Route optimization not working as expected
  • Inability to contact support

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to prioritize/reorder stops
  • Integration with business software
  • Customizable route optimization
  • Offline mode for areas with poor connectivity

Spark Ride

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Delivery Route Planner

Subscriptions10
  • Route Planner - Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Route Planner - Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Upper- No longer available7 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • Upper- No longer available3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Upper- No longer available$9.991 Month
  • Upper- No longer available7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Route Planner - Monthly3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$19.991 Month
  • Upper- No longer available7 Days trial$46.991 Year
  • Route Planner - Yearly$189.991 Year
None

Spark Ride

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Delivery Route Planner free?
Delivery Route Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spark Ride free?
Spark Ride is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Delivery Route Planner or Spark Ride?
Spark Ride is rated higher. Delivery Route Planner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Spark Ride averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Delivery Route Planner or Spark Ride have ads?
Neither Delivery Route Planner nor Spark Ride shows ads.

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