Google Maps Alternative for Multi-Stop Delivery Routes
Google Maps caps you at 10 stops with no import, no optimization, and no export. Drivant handles hundreds of stops, imports from Excel, auto-sequences routes, and exports driver sheets.
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Why Google Maps falls short for delivery routing
Google Maps is built for personal navigation, not logistics. Here is where it breaks down.
No spreadsheet import
Google Maps requires you to type each address one at a time. If you have a delivery list in Excel with 50 or 200 stops, there is no way to import it. You would have to enter every address manually.
No route optimization
Google Maps routes stops in the order you enter them. It does not rearrange them to minimize driving time or distance. For delivery operations, this means wasted fuel, extra miles, and longer days.
No export to driver sheets
You cannot export a route from Google Maps as a spreadsheet, PDF, or any file format. There is no way to hand a printed route sheet to a driver or load route data into another system.
No time windows or scheduling
Google Maps has no concept of delivery time windows, service times, or scheduling constraints. It cannot tell you when a driver will arrive at each stop or whether a route fits within business hours.
What Drivant does that Google Maps cannot
Built from the ground up for delivery route planning and logistics operations.
Import from Excel or CSV
Drop in your delivery spreadsheet and Drivant auto-detects address columns, customer names, phone numbers, and stop details. No reformatting required. Supports .xlsx, .xls, and .csv files.
Auto Route Builder
Assign stops to routes automatically using geographic clustering and sequence optimization. Set a depot, define max stops per route, and let Drivant build efficient routes in seconds.
Multi-provider routing
Get real driving directions from OSRM (free), Mapbox, or HERE (truck routing with vehicle dimensions and weight restrictions). Choose the provider that fits your fleet and budget.
Export route sheets
Export planned routes to CSV, Excel, GPX, KML, GeoJSON, or the native .dvnt format. Hand route sheets to drivers, import into GPS devices, or archive your plans. Google Maps exports nothing.
Google Maps vs Drivant at a glance
A side-by-side look at what each tool offers for delivery route planning.
| Feature | Google Maps Free |
Drivant Free $0 / forever |
Drivant Pro $79 / mo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max stops per route | 10 | 50 | Unlimited |
| Import from Excel / CSV | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Route optimization | — | — | ✓ |
| Auto Route Builder | — | — | ✓ |
| Time windows / scheduling | — | — | ✓ |
| Export route sheets | — | CSV, .dvnt | CSV, Excel, GPX, KML, GeoJSON |
| Multiple routes per project | — | 3 routes | Unlimited |
| Interactive map | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Driving directions | ✓ | ✓ (OSRM) | ✓ (HERE, OSRM, Mapbox) |
| Truck routing | — | — | ✓ (HERE) |
| Desktop app | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Address geocoding | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about switching from Google Maps to Drivant.
Why is Google Maps not ideal for delivery route planning?
Google Maps limits you to 10 stops per route, has no spreadsheet import, no route optimization, no time windows, and no way to export route sheets. It is designed for personal navigation, not delivery logistics. If you need to plan routes with more than a handful of stops, you need a purpose-built tool.
How many stops can Drivant handle compared to Google Maps?
Google Maps supports a maximum of 10 stops per route (including start and end). Drivant's Free plan supports 100 stops per route across 3 routes. The Standard plan supports 150 stops per route with 15 routes. The Pro plan offers unlimited stops and unlimited routes.
Can I import my delivery list from Excel into Drivant?
Yes. Drivant accepts Excel (.xlsx, .xls) and CSV files. The import wizard auto-detects address columns, customer names, phone numbers, and other fields. You can also import GPX, KML, and GeoJSON files. Google Maps has no import feature at all.
Does Drivant optimize the order of my stops?
Yes. The Route Builder (Standard and above) uses geographic clustering and sequence optimization to arrange stops efficiently. The Pro plan adds a schedule optimizer with time windows and service time support. Google Maps offers no route optimization whatsoever.
Can I export route sheets from Drivant?
Yes. The Free plan exports to CSV and .dvnt format. Standard adds Excel export. Pro adds GPX, KML, and GeoJSON. You can hand printed or digital route sheets to drivers, load them into GPS devices, or import them into other logistics systems. Google Maps has no export feature.
Is Drivant free to use?
Yes. Drivant has a free-forever plan with 100 stops per route, 3 routes, OSRM driving directions, CSV export, and the full desktop app. No credit card required. No trial period. Paid plans start at $29/mo for more capacity and features.
Outgrown Google Maps? Switch to Drivant
Import your stops, build optimized routes, and export driver sheets. No 10-stop limit. No manual entry. Start planning in minutes.
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