GraphHopper vs Routella

GraphHopper is a routing and route-optimization platform for applications and transportation operations. Its routing APIs provide travel times, distances, turn-by-turn directions and vehicle-specific profiles, including custom profiles. Optimization can account for time windows, vehicle capacities and service times, with a maximum of 30 stops. Additional tools cover address and coordinate geocoding, territory planning, GPS-track processing, distance and time calculations, and service-area mapping. Traffic-aware planning uses TomTom traffic data. GraphHopper uses OpenStreetMap data and says it works with Thunderforest and MapTiler. The commercial APIs are built on the open-source, Java-based GraphHopper engine and jsprit, supporting cloud servers, mobile devices and offline use. It is available through web, API, Android, iOS and self-hosted deployments. The Free plan is non-commercial; paid plans start at €69 per month. All plans include online support, updates and at least weekly OpenStreetMap data updates.

Routella turns delivery orders into multi-stop routes, sends them to drivers, and gives customers delivery tracking and notifications. It plans routes across drivers and recalculates live ETAs as the day changes. Drivers access routes, navigation, proof-of-delivery tools, and cash collection through a web link, without installing an app. Delivery records can include signatures, GPS-stamped photos, and timestamps. Customers can receive milestone updates and branded tracking links through WhatsApp, SMS, or email. Routella lists 32 integrations, a Custom API connector, and manual order entry; it imports orders and writes fulfillment status to connected systems. Other tools monitor vehicle cargo weight and volume, warn about overloads, and provide driver inspection checklists with photo proof. The Free plan costs nothing and includes one driver, 50 orders per month, and five rounds per month, but excludes SMS, WhatsApp, and Smart Routing. Growth costs $29 a month and Pro costs $79 a month. Eligible new customers may receive a 14-day trial with a card required; applicable tax may apply after the trial unless canceled.