Google Maps

Google don't make out that they're a route planner, you can request simple routes however i.e. ones that don't request to get to go via anywhre.

The quality of the directions are fine. They're very concise and should be sufficient for most journeys.

One thing we like is tha fact that you can do directions to locations in Europe. Just don't worry if Internet Explorer, or whatever you're using locks up a bit - it's just working on your route.

One area that Google Maps falls down on is the ability to show features on the journey such as petrol stations hotels etc. You'd have to do a seperate search for these. This is definitely something that software route planners are better at.

Route Planner Rating: 6.5/10