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ALPHA LOADING vs LOP
Both stand on load planning software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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ALPHA LOADING combines item-list import, plan validation, 3D inspection, and export and sharing options. Discovery has clear monthly limits; Pro and Business list annual prices, while Enterprise requires custom pricing.
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LOP combines constrained 3D load planning with tools to review and edit a plan. The free tier has defined monthly and per-plan limits, while exports require a paid plan.
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| ALPHA LOADING | LOP | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: €79.99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | alpha-loading.com | docs.lop.tools |
| On load planning software | #3 of 29 | #7 of 29 |
ALPHA LOADING: what it does well
- Imports and validates spreadsheet rows.
- Shows numbered loading order with animated playback.
- Includes 26 preset containers and trucks.
- Exports plans as PDF, PNG, or CSV.
- Public 3D share links need no account or licence.
What to know first
- Discovery allows three simulations per month.
- Discovery limits plans to 15 SKUs and one container.
- Discovery provides only three watermarked PDF exports monthly.
- Enterprise pricing is custom.
LOP: what it does well
- Plans for containers and trucks
- Solver accounts for cargo constraints
- Interactive 3D editing from multiple angles
- AI explains risks and possible improvements
- Imports common spreadsheets and logistics formats
What to know first
- Free tier allows three plans monthly
- Free tier has no exports
- 3D editor is best on desktop or laptop
- Business CAD imports limited to 250 MB per file
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