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RentADriver vs DoorDash Drive
DoorDash Drive is white-label delivery from the DoorDash fleet for merchants; RentADriver is a delivery API built for agents and developers first.
| RentADriver | DoorDash Drive | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting started | Self-serve key; sandbox mode with simulated drivers | Partner onboarding |
| Agent tooling | MCP server, OpenAPI, next_action on every response, dry runs | REST for merchants |
| Contract / minimums | None | Commercial agreement; check current terms |
| Proof of delivery | Structured per stop; disputes hold funds until reviewed | Photo proof options |
| Intercity | Yes, with 40 % driver advance at pickup | Local only |
| Team and roles | Admin, operator, viewer keys; request log; receipts | Merchant portal |
| Coverage today | 9 launch cities, growing by request | Broad, per DoorDash markets |
Verdict
Drive fits restaurants and retailers already in the DoorDash ecosystem. RentADriver fits anyone who wants an endpoint, an MCP server and proof they can reason about, including city-to-city runs.
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