Delivery Route Planner vs Map Queue
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Intelligent route optimization
- Import stops from Excel, CSV, photos
- Address validation
- Accurate ETAs
- Navigate with preferred apps
- Proof of delivery
- Visual route mapping
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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
Map Queue
Optimize your delivery routes with multi-stop navigation. This app automatically finds the fastest sequence for your stops, helping gig drivers and delivery professionals save time and money. Features include turn-by-turn navigation, proof of delivery, and co-driver mode.
- Multi-stop route optimization
- Turn-by-turn navigation for drivers
- Proof of delivery (photo, GPS, signature)
- Co-driver mode for route splitting
- Dark mode
- Fast stop entry
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Plan every stop. Drive the route in the fastest order. Map-Queue is a route planner and navigator for people who make a lot of stops. Add your addresses, tap Start, and it puts them in the fastest order and guides you turn by turn. PLAN IN SECONDS • Add stops by typing, pasting a list, importing a spreadsheet, or snapping a screenshot • One tap puts them in the fastest order • Save drives you repeat and start them again anytime DRIVE WITHOUT THINKING • Turn-by-turn voice navigation with lane guidance • Live traffic, automatic rerouting, and speed limits • Add, skip, or reorder stops mid-drive • Pause a drive and pick it up later PROVE EVERY DELIVERY • Photo and signature at each stop • Time and location saved with every one KEEP YOUR MILES • Automatic mileage log for every drive • Mark trips business or personal • See your estimated deduction and export a report at tax time • Keep receipts alongside your drives BRING A CO-DRIVER • Shotgun mode shares your live route with a passenger • They can see the stops, add one, and help navigate MADE FOR Delivery and gig drivers, couriers, field service, sales routes, and anyone with a long list of errands. FREE TO START Plan and drive optimized routes for free. Pro and Plus add more stops per day, business mileage tools, and more imports. Map-Queue. Every stop, in the smartest order.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Map Queue at 5.0 against Delivery Route Planner's 4.5. Map Queue also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 78%). Delivery Route Planner's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Delivery Route Planner sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Map Queue sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Map Queue 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 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Delivery Route Planner's written reviews are positive against 100% of Map Queue's.
Delivery Route Planner ships an update every 4 weeks, Map Queue every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Delivery Route Planner | Map Queue |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.7K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 77.6% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.7K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #178 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 120 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Monocubed, Inc | Waldon Julien Jr |
Customer experience
Delivery Route Planner
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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
Map Queue
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Delivery Route Planner
- 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
- Upper - No longer available7 Days trial$76.991 Year
- Yearly Subscription$99.991 Year
- Route Planner - Yearly$189.991 Year
Map Queue
- "Pro "$3.991 Month
- "Premium"$13.991 Month
- "Pro "$39.991 Year
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- "Premium"$139.991 Year
Questions
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