How can we help?
RouteHero is built and supported by an operator. If something isn't working, email me directly — I read every message.
Frequently asked questions
What is RouteHero?
RouteHero is a route management mobile app for crane game and bulk vending operators. It helps you track machines, log collections, manage prize inventory, generate pick lists, pay commissions to locations, and prep your 1099s at year-end.
What does it cost?
The Solo tier is free forever for operators with up to 10 machines and 5 locations. Pro is $19/month and includes unlimited machines, AI insights, service tickets, and 1099 export. Fleet is $49/month for multi-operator businesses with telemetry integration support.
How do I sign up for the beta?
Email hello@routehero.app with the subject "Beta signup" and tell us roughly how many machines you operate and what kind. We're letting in the first 50 operators free for life at the Solo tier.
Does RouteHero work with Nayax, Cantaloupe, or Parlevel?
Telemetry integrations are on the Fleet tier roadmap but not in the v1 release. For v1, all collection data is entered manually (which is fast — two taps per machine). If you have a specific telemetry vendor you need, email us and we'll prioritize.
Is my data private?
Yes. We don't sell your data. We don't share your location list with anyone. We don't operate a competing vending route. See our Privacy Policy for the full details.
How do I delete my account and data?
In the app, go to More → Settings → Account → Delete account. Your data is permanently deleted within 30 days (encrypted backups may persist up to 90 days). You can also email privacy@routehero.app to request immediate deletion.
How do I export my data?
In the app, go to More → Settings → Export. You can download CSVs of your machines, locations, collections, payouts, and inventory. This works on the Solo tier too — your data is portable.
Can I use RouteHero for a route besides claw and vending?
Technically yes — anything that involves visiting locations, collecting money, paying commissions, and managing inventory. We've heard from operators in laundromat machines, ATM routes, and amusement park concessions. But the language and AI insights are tuned for claw + vending operators specifically.
Will RouteHero work without internet?
The app caches your data so you can view your machines, locations, and recent collections offline. New collections you log offline will sync automatically when you reconnect. This matters because half our operators tell us they have machines in basement gamerooms with bad signal.
Who built RouteHero?
Mitchell — a claw and bulk vending operator who got tired of running his route on spreadsheets. RouteHero is the app I wished existed when I had 30 machines on a paper notebook. We're independent, bootstrapped, and not part of any vending VMS conglomerate.
Bug reports + feature requests
If you find a bug or want a feature, email support@routehero.app with:
- What you were trying to do
- What happened instead
- (For bugs) Device + OS version, screenshot if possible
We don't have a public bug tracker yet. While we're in beta, every report goes directly to the founder.