EfiRouteLast updated: July 2026

The OptimoRoute alternative without per-driver fees

EfiRoute is an OptimoRoute alternative that replaces per-driver subscriptions ($35–39/driver/month) with a flat $15/month plus $1 per courier per optimization run. A 5-driver team paying ~$175–195/month on OptimoRoute typically pays $15–125/month on EfiRoute, with unlimited couriers, live tracking and built-in courier chat.

OptimoRoute is one of the most established route optimization tools, but its per-driver pricing means costs grow linearly with your fleet. EfiRoute takes a different approach: a small flat subscription plus usage-based optimization fees, so you only pay more when you actually optimize more.

EfiRoute vs OptimoRoute at a glance

EfiRouteOptimoRoute
Pricing model $15/mo flat + $1 per courier per optimization run $35.10–$39 per driver per month
5-driver team, daily optimization ≈ $15–125 / month (usage-based) ≈ $175–195 / month
Free plan Yes — 3 projects/mo, $5 monthly credit, no credit card 30-day trial only
Optimization engine Google Cloud Route Optimization API (fleet-grade) Proprietary solver
Courier chat & voice notes Built-in chat with push-to-talk voice notes Not built in
Real-time tracking Real-time GPS tracking included Included
Proof of delivery Photo & signature proof of delivery included Included
Courier mobile app Dedicated courier app (iOS & Android) Included

Competitor pricing reflects publicly listed prices as of July 2026 and may change. Always confirm on the vendor's site.

Real monthly cost — 5 couriers, one optimization per weekday

OptimoRoute (Lite, monthly billing)5 × $39 = $195 / month
EfiRoute (Pro)$15 + 5 × 22 × $1 − $15 credit = $110 / month
EfiRoute (Pro, weekly planning instead of daily)$15 + 5 × 4 × $1 − $15 credit = $20 / month

Which one should you choose?

OptimoRoute is a good fit when…

Choose OptimoRoute if you need its advanced workforce scheduling features and your budget comfortably covers a per-driver subscription for every driver, every month.

  • Mature product with many years in the market
  • Weekly planning and order recurrence features are deep
  • 30-day free trial

EfiRoute is a good fit when…

Choose EfiRoute if you run a small or mid-size fleet, want fleet-grade optimization powered by Google, and prefer paying for actual usage instead of per-driver seats — especially if drivers or delivery days vary week to week.

Frequently asked questions

Is EfiRoute cheaper than OptimoRoute?

For most small and mid-size fleets, yes. OptimoRoute charges $35–39 per driver per month regardless of how often you plan routes. EfiRoute charges $15/month plus $1 per courier per optimization run, with $15 of monthly credits included — so a 5-driver team planning weekly pays around $20/month instead of ~$195.

Does EfiRoute have the same optimization quality as OptimoRoute?

EfiRoute delegates optimization to the Google Cloud Route Optimization API — the same fleet-grade engine Google offers to enterprise logistics platforms. It handles time windows, work-hour limits, multi-day planning and multi-courier assignment.

Can I try EfiRoute before paying?

Yes. The Free plan is permanent (not a trial): 3 projects per month, up to 2 couriers per project and $5 of optimization credit each month. No credit card required.