Comparison

Shortest Path vs DeliveryRoute

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

Head to head
About

Shortest Path

Features
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[Overview] Need to visit multiple places but unsure which stop to take first? This app is built for effortless multi-stop route planning. Simply drop pins on the map, and our intelligent algorithm instantly calculates the theoretical shortest path to visit every destination without backtracking. [Core Features] ● Smart Multi-Stop Optimization: Add multiple destinations in any order and get the most efficient sequence instantly, saving up to 20%-30% in travel distance and time. ● Visit Status Tracker: Clearly distinguish between "Visited" and "Pending" stops to keep track of your progress and prevent missed locations. ● One-Tap Navigation: Launch Apple Maps or Google Maps directly from any scheduled stop for seamless turn-by-turn guidance. [Ideal For] ● Delivery & Logistics: Couriers, local delivery, and fleet drivers aiming for maximum stops per shift. ● Field Sales & Visits: Sales reps and store inspectors planning balanced, detour-free itineraries. ● Travel & Road Trips: Sightseeing enthusiasts and everyday errands requiring multiple stops. Minimalist design, focused purely on finding your shortest route.

About

DeliveryRoute

Optimize delivery routes with intelligent algorithms and real-time navigation. Plan efficiently, save time, and complete more deliveries with features like address scanning and proof of delivery.

Highlights
  • Smart route optimization
  • In-app turn-by-turn navigation
  • Address scanner
  • Proof of delivery
  • Customizable routing preferences
  • Route history and sharing
Features
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DeliveryRoute is the ultimate route optimization tool for delivery drivers. Plan smarter routes, save time, and complete more deliveries every day. Add your delivery stops manually, scan addresses from package labels, or import route files. DeliveryRoute instantly optimizes the best order using intelligent algorithms that account for distance and real-time conditions. KEY FEATURES: - Smart Route Optimization — Automatically reorder stops for the fastest route - In-App Turn-by-Turn Navigation — Voice-guided navigation built right into the app, with multilingual voice in English, Spanish, and Portuguese - 3D Immersive Map Mode — Real 3D buildings and tilted view for premium navigation experience - Custom Vehicle Icons — Show your real vehicle on the map: car, van, pickup, or truck - Current Speed & Speed Limit — Stay informed and safe with real-time speed display and posted speed limit - Speeding Alerts — Visual and audio alerts when you exceed the limit, with configurable tolerance - Avoid Highways, Tolls, Ferries & Parkways — Total control over your routing preferences - Off-Route Auto-Recalculation — The app reroutes you automatically if you take a wrong turn - Custom Map Themes — Choose light, dark, or system-automatic - External Navigation Apps — Optionally open routes in Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze - Address Scanner — Use your camera to scan addresses from labels and packages - Route History — Access past routes and reuse them anytime - Search History with Smart Suggestions — Frequently used addresses appear first - Manual Reorder — Drag and drop stops to customize your route - Proof of Delivery — Capture photos and signatures for each stop - Truck Profiles — Save vehicle dimensions for commercial routing (height, weight, hazmat) - Route Sharing — Export and import routes with your team via .deliveryroute files - Offline Indicator — Know when you lose connectivity on the road - Live Activity & Dynamic Island — Track your next stop from your Lock Screen - Multi-Language — Available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese SUBSCRIPTION TIERS: DeliveryRoute Free — Up to 20 stops per route, route planning, and external navigation through Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze. DeliveryRoute Pro — Everything in Free plus unlimited stops, in-app turn-by-turn navigation with voice, current speed and speed limit display, custom vehicle icons on map, advanced routing options (avoid highways/tolls/ferries), off-route auto-recalculation, custom map themes, route polylines, proof of delivery, truck profiles, 50 saved routes, and an ads-free experience. DeliveryRoute Expert — Everything in Pro plus 3D immersive map, speeding alerts, avoid parkways (commercial-vehicle restricted), heavy truck routing with hazmat support, address scanner OCR, Dynamic Island and Live Activities, reverse route direction, manual stop reorder, cloud sync across devices, unlimited saved routes, and annual billing option. Start with a 7-day free trial on any paid plan. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://deliveryroute-legal.netlify.app/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://deliveryroute-legal.netlify.app/terms.html

Screenshots

Shortest Path3 screens
DeliveryRoute4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shortest Path at none against DeliveryRoute's 3. Shortest Path also leads on ads (none vs shown). DeliveryRoute's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, 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. DeliveryRoute sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Shortest Path asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shortest Path ships an update every 3 months, DeliveryRoute every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Shortest Path versus DeliveryRoute: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShortest PathDeliveryRoute
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYue PuJhon alexander Herrera aza

In-app purchases

None

Shortest Path

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

DeliveryRoute

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Monthly14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Expert Monthly1 Month trial$17.991 Month
  • Expert Yearly$119.991 Year

Questions

Is Shortest Path free?
Shortest Path is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DeliveryRoute free?
DeliveryRoute is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Shortest Path or DeliveryRoute have ads?
DeliveryRoute shows ads; Shortest Path does not.
Which is updated more often, Shortest Path or DeliveryRoute?
Shortest Path ships an update every 3 months, and DeliveryRoute every 2 weeks. Most recently, Shortest Path was updated on October 31, 2026 and DeliveryRoute on October 31, 2026.

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