Side by side
LOP vs PalletPlan
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.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
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.
Visit LOP Free plan Self-hostedWeb
PalletPlan combines automatic layout search with manual placement controls, client grouping and loading sheets. It can calculate axle loads from entered weights, but the terms leave plan verification to the user.
Visit PalletPlanThe facts
| LOP | PalletPlan | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | docs.lop.tools | palletplan.com |
| On load planning software | #7 of 29 | #11 of 29 |
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
PalletPlan: what it does well
- Free plan includes 3D planning and auto-pack
- Supports custom pallet and trailer dimensions
- PDF sheets include multiple load views
- Calculates axle loads when pallet weights are entered
- Supports truck, container and mixed-fleet planning
What to know first
- Free plan allows one saved plan
- JSON export and native TMS integrations are not shipping yet
- Generated plans require independent verification
- Service does not guarantee plans meet safety or weight rules
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