Comparison
The best known general road trip planner, built around points of interest, campsites and long distance American touring.
Drivers Atlas takes a different angle. It scores the roads themselves, builds Epic and Scenic versions of any A to B journey, rates the hotels at the end of the day on what matters to a driver, and puts other members in the passenger seat conversation through group tours and the forum.
Feature chart
| Feature | Drivers Atlas | Roadtrippers |
|---|---|---|
| Scored great road libraryA curated library of roads with a driving quality score rather than a plain list. | ||
| A to B planner with scenic detoursEnter a start and a finish, then get an Epic or Scenic version that bends the route onto great roads. | ||
| Driver Hotel ScoreStays rated on secure parking, road access and the drive out of the door, not just stars. | ||
| Experiences along the routeAutomotive museums, collections and worth the detour attractions matched to your stops. | ||
| Vehicle suitability reportChecks your width, length and ground clearance against narrow passes, fords and rough surfaces. | ||
| Fuel and charging layersStations and chargers along the corridor of your route with power and plug types. | ||
| GPX exportDownload the route for a Garmin, a head unit or another app. | ||
| Printable itinerary with live linksA road book PDF with clickable hotel and map links for the glovebox. | ||
| Group tours with other membersStart a tour, take applications, approve drivers and share costs before you go. | ||
| Members forumA moderated place for drivers to swap routes, cars and advice. | ||
| Street View previews of the roadSee the surface and the sightlines before you commit to a pass. | ||
| Free membershipEvery feature open without a subscription. |
Full support Partial or indirect Not offered
Verdict
Best for
Family road trips and long distance touring in the USA.
Pricing: Free tier with a paid Plus plan
Best for
Drivers who want the road to be the point, then a good hotel and good company at the end of it. Membership is free.