For tax purposes, apps like MileIQ, TripLog, and Everlance are highly recommended because they provide IRS-compliant reports. They track all necessary details like date, time, distance, and purpose, making tax deductions straightforward. Many also allow for easy export of data, simplifying the filing process.
Beyond Upper Solo for delivery drivers (which boasts 98.7% accuracy), other highly accurate general mileage tracking apps include MileIQ, TripLog, and Driversnote (especially with its iBeacon option). These apps leverage advanced GPS technology and intelligent algorithms to ensure precise recording of your trips.
While “free unlimited” can be tricky, TripLog stands out for offering truly unlimited automatic trip detection at no cost in its free version. Everlance also offers a free tier with 30 trips per month, and Stride is another popular free option. However, for more advanced features like detailed reporting or expense tracking, paid versions are usually necessary.
No, the iPhone does not have a native, built-in app specifically for tracking driving mileage for tax or business purposes. However, it does have the Apple Health app which tracks steps and distance walked. For driving mileage, you’ll need to download a third-party app from the App Store.
Yes, many mileage tracking apps, such as TripLog, Everlance, and Stride, offer free versions or free trials for iPhone users. These free versions often come with limitations on the number of trips tracked or the features available, but they are a good starting point.
The Apple Health app, which is pre-installed on iPhones, tracks your steps and walking/running distance automatically. Beyond that, popular third-party fitness apps like RunKeeper, MapMyRun, and Nike+ Run Club are excellent choices for tracking miles walked or run, offering more detailed statistics and community features.
While not solely dedicated to gas mileage, many comprehensive mileage tracking apps like TripLog and Everlance allow you to manually input or even integrate with gas expenses. This helps you track your overall vehicle costs, including fuel efficiency. Apps like Fuelio or GasBuddy are more focused on fuel logging and finding cheaper gas.
GasBuddy is widely recognized as the top app for tracking gas prices. It relies on a community of users to provide real-time price updates at gas stations near you, helping you find the most affordable fuel.
Google does not offer a standalone, automatic mileage tracking app. While Google Maps can show you distances for routes you manually enter, it doesn’t automatically log your drives for business or tax purposes. You would need to use a third-party app or manually track your mileage using tools like Google Sheets.
As highlighted, TripLog offers truly unlimited automatic mileage tracking in its free version. Other apps like Everlance (30 free trips/month) and Stride also provide valuable free functionalities. It’s worth trying out a few free options to see which best fits your specific tracking needs before considering a paid subscription.
Upper Solo achieved 98.7% accuracy in our delivery-focused testing, specifically during stop-and-go traffic and multi-stop routes common in delivery work.
Upper Solo lasted 12+ hours in our testing, followed by Stride at 10+ hours. Apps with team features like Timeero drain battery faster (6-8 hours).
Yes, the IRS accepts digital mileage logs that include date, location, business purpose, and miles driven. Upper Solo automatically captures all required data.
Upper Solo’s route integration automatically detects delivery stops and optimizes sequences. Standalone apps often miss short distances between closely spaced deliveries.
No, Upper Solo works across all delivery platforms (DoorDash, UberEats, Amazon Flex, etc.) and automatically tracks mileage regardless of which platform you’re using.
Everlance offers 30 free trips monthly, making it best for part-time drivers. However, Upper Solo’s route optimization often pays for itself through fuel savings.