Locus Last-Mile Delivery Software vs MaxOptra

Locus Last-Mile Delivery Software is a paid, cloud-driven SaaS platform for planning, dispatching and monitoring final-mile deliveries. It builds routes from addresses and real-world constraints, and supports order clubbing, capacity utilization and decisions about owned or outsourced fleets. Automated dispatch assigns orders, while real-time tracking and a control tower provide delivery visibility in a single dashboard with predictive analytics. The platform captures electronic signatures and delivery confirmations, and provides customer notifications. Locus offers web and API access alongside Android and iOS driver apps; its LOTR driver app works offline and syncs stored data when connectivity returns. Integrations include ERP, WMS and TMS systems, and RESTful APIs support creating delivery batches. The product is aimed at e-commerce, 3PL and hyperlocal delivery businesses. The vendor lists security certifications and compliance, encryption in transit and at rest, and 99.97% uptime. Pricing is on request; prospective customers can book a meeting or request a demo. The maker reports productivity, cost, emissions and distance impact figures as claims.

MaxOptra is cloud-based route optimisation and delivery management software for fleet operators, positioned for mid-market distribution, service, and delivery operations. Its route sequences account for time windows, vehicle types, and load capacity. Teams can build multi-drop plans automatically or manually, as well as fixed routes. Customer communication includes email and SMS ETA notifications and automated progress updates. The Driver App for iOS and Android provides job notifications, tracking, live reporting, and proof of delivery. Electronic proof of delivery stores signatures, confirmations, photos, and comments. An open API and CSV uploads support links to telematics, ePOD, SOP, ERP, WMS, and CRM systems; named integrations include TomTom, Geotab, Quartix, Microsoft Dynamics, SuperOffice, and Geopal. The service is available through web browsers worldwide and is offered by subscription. MaxOptra says it conforms with UK DPA 2018 (GDPR) and hosts infrastructure within the EEA. Customers receive a dedicated Implementation Manager, UK-routed support, and online support documentation. The package listed for fleets of fewer than five vehicles costs £200 a month on a 12-month contract. A free trial is available, but there is no free plan.