Comparison

Cargomatic Driver vs The Van App Driver

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

Head to head
About

Cargomatic Driver

This app connects truck carriers with available space to shippers needing to move freight. Carriers can manage shipments, view offers, accept jobs, and get directions directly from their phone. It helps optimize truck capacity and reduce emissions.

Highlights
  • View available shipment offers
  • Accept shipment offers
  • Manage accepted jobs
  • Receive driving directions
  • Upload bill of lading photos
  • Upload proof of delivery photos
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Cargomatic is an on-demand technology that connects shippers with nearby carriers who have extra space on their trucks. NOTE: Before downloading the Cargomatic Driver App, please complete your profile at cargomatic.com. The Cargomatic Driver app allows carriers to manage freight directly from their phone, including: - view available shipment offers in real time - accept shipment offers - view list and details of accepted jobs - receive driving directions - take a picture of the bill of lading and input name of a representative - take a picture of the POD and input name of a representative Cargomatic allows trucking companies to market excess capacity and accept extra shipments that are on their delivery routes. We offer LTL, FTL, and drayage shipping solutions. Our carrier network includes bobtails, tractor trailers, and cargo vans. **How Cargomatic Works** Shippers log in to the Cargomatic Shipper App or at http://app.cargomatic.com and enter their shipment information (origin, destination, size, weight, etc.). Before the shipment is scheduled to be picked up, the shipment is displayed on the Driver App and a nearby carrier can accept the job using their smartphone. By tendering shipments in real time, carriers only see shipments that are on or near their existing routes and ready for immediate pickup. This allows them to maximize the space on their trucks and reduce the number of vehicles a shipper needs to have on hand to accommodate peak business cycles. Every day, tens of thousands of trucks with extra capacity are driving by manufacturers and logistics providers who have freight that needs to move in the same direction. Simply by connecting these parties through software, we can reduce truck emissions by improving the ratio of freight moved per vehicle-miles traveled. Disclaimer: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

The Van App Driver

Features
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TheVanApp Driver – Drive. Deliver. Earn. TheVanApp Driver is the official driver application for TheVanApp platform, built to help professional van drivers complete delivery and moving jobs efficiently. With TheVanApp Driver, approved drivers can log in to their dedicated account, receive delivery requests, manage bookings, and provide reliable item-moving services to customers and businesses. Our platform is designed to support drivers with modern technology, clear job information, and real-time tracking — ensuring a smooth experience from pickup to drop-off. Key Features - Receive delivery and moving job requests directly in the app - View pickup and drop-off details instantly - Built-in GPS navigation and real-time tracking - Manage active and completed jobs efficiently - Professional driver support and onboarding - Secure and reliable driver-only access Driver Accounts TheVanApp Driver is available to approved drivers only. To apply and activate a driver account, please download the driver and apply. Download TheVanApp Driver today and become part of the growing on-demand van delivery network.

Screenshots

Cargomatic Driver4 screens
The Van App Driver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: The Van App Driver at none against Cargomatic Driver's shown. The Van App Driver also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cargomatic Driver ships an update fortnightly, The Van App Driver every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Cargomatic Driver versus The Van App Driver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCargomatic DriverThe Van App Driver
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB35 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperCargomatic, Inc.George Adade

In-app purchases

None

Cargomatic Driver

No in-app purchases

None

The Van App Driver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cargomatic Driver free?
Cargomatic Driver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Van App Driver free?
The Van App Driver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cargomatic Driver or The Van App Driver have ads?
Cargomatic Driver shows ads; The Van App Driver does not.
Which is updated more often, Cargomatic Driver or The Van App Driver?
Cargomatic Driver ships an update fortnightly, and The Van App Driver every 5 days. Most recently, Cargomatic Driver was updated on October 9, 2026 and The Van App Driver on October 11, 2026.

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