Best Mileage Tracker Apps in 2026
Written by Muneeb Rana · Last updated 21 October 2026
Quick answer: The best mileage tracker apps depend on how you drive. If you need automatic business-mileage logs for taxes, GPS trackers like MileIQ, Everlance, Driversnote or Stride are better. If you want a manual trip log alongside fuel, maintenance and expenses for your car, CarO, Drivvo or Simply Auto fit. Keep IRS-compliant records either way.
TL;DR
- Need automatic tax logs? Pick a GPS tracker.
- Want trips plus car care? CarO, Drivvo or Simply Auto.
- Any log must show date, destination, purpose, miles.
Choosing among the best mileage tracker apps starts with one question: do you want trips logged automatically, or are you happy to log them yourself alongside your car's other records? We're upfront that CarO logs trips manually, so for heavy business mileage an automatic tracker may suit you better. Disclosure: CarO is made by the team behind this site.
Quick comparison
| App | Best for | Platforms | Price model |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. CarO | Manual trip log combined with fuel, maintenance and costs | iPhone, Android | Free with ads; optional in-app purchases (iOS lists Monthly $0.99, Yearly $7.99) |
| 2. MileIQ | Automatic GPS mileage logs for business drivers | iPhone, Android | 40 free drives a month; Premium for unlimited |
| 3. Everlance | Automatic mileage plus expense tracking for self-employed | iPhone, Android | Free download; paid plans |
| 4. Stride | Free mileage and tax tracking for gig workers | iPhone, Android | Free |
| 5. Driversnote | Automatic mileage logs with simple reports | iPhone, Android | Free download; Pro subscription |
| 6. Drivvo | Detailed expense, fuel and service tracking, including fleets and rideshare income | iPhone, Android, web sync | Free with ads; in-app purchases |
| 7. Simply Auto | Android users who want GPS/Bluetooth trip logs plus maintenance | Android, iPhone | Free with ads; Gold/Platinum upgrades |
Checked 21 October 2026. Prices and features change; check the store listing before you download.
How we chose
We looked at each app's current App Store and Google Play listings on 21 October 2026: what it tracks, platforms, pricing model, how recently it was updated, and who it's built for. We didn't accept payment for placement. CarO is our own app, so we've listed it first but tried to be specific about where other apps are a better fit. Store ratings change constantly, so we don't rank on them.
The apps in detail
1. CarO
Best for: Manual trip log combined with fuel, maintenance and costs. Platforms: iPhone, Android. Price: Free with ads; optional in-app purchases (iOS lists Monthly $0.99, Yearly $7.99).
Fuel log with cost, odometer, MPG and a next-refuel estimate; maintenance log (oil, tires, brakes, inspections, repairs); reminders for oil changes, inspections and other services; expenses and income per day and per distance; manual trip and route log with frequent places; reports for any date range; multiple cars and drivers, each driver on a separate account the owner can see. Cloud backup and CSV export.
Watch out for: Trips are logged manually; no automatic GPS tracking. If you drive for business daily, an automatic tracker will save time.
2. MileIQ
Best for: Automatic GPS mileage logs for business drivers. Platforms: iPhone, Android. Price: 40 free drives a month; Premium for unlimited.
Background GPS tracking of every drive, swipe to classify business or personal, IRS-ready reports.
Watch out for: Mileage only, no maintenance logs.
3. Everlance
Best for: Automatic mileage plus expense tracking for self-employed. Platforms: iPhone, Android. Price: Free download; paid plans.
Automatic trip detection, expense tracking and tax reports.
Watch out for: Focused on taxes rather than car care.
4. Stride
Best for: Free mileage and tax tracking for gig workers. Platforms: iPhone, Android. Price: Free.
Mileage tracking, expense logging and tax tools aimed at independent workers.
Watch out for: Not a maintenance app.
5. Driversnote
Best for: Automatic mileage logs with simple reports. Platforms: iPhone, Android. Price: Free download; Pro subscription.
Automatic or iBeacon-triggered trip logging, reports in IRS or HMRC formats.
Watch out for: Mileage only.
6. Drivvo
Best for: Detailed expense, fuel and service tracking, including fleets and rideshare income. Platforms: iPhone, Android, web sync. Price: Free with ads; in-app purchases.
Logs refuelling with consumption per fill-up, expenses, services and income; reminders by mileage or date; sync between phone and computer; fleet features; EV charging support.
Watch out for: Lots of features can feel busy; the free version shows ads.
7. Simply Auto
Best for: Android users who want GPS/Bluetooth trip logs plus maintenance. Platforms: Android, iPhone. Price: Free with ads; Gold/Platinum upgrades.
Fuel, service and expense logs, trip logging with GPS or Bluetooth auto-start, cloud backup.
Watch out for: iOS app last updated March 2022; Android last updated October 2024.
Automatic vs manual: which do you need?
| You... | Best fit |
|---|---|
| Drive for business every day | Automatic GPS tracker |
| Log a few business trips a month | Manual log (CarO, spreadsheet) |
| Want trips plus car care and costs | CarO, Drivvo, Simply Auto |
| Drive for Uber/Lyft/delivery | Automatic tracker + earnings app; see apps for rideshare drivers |
What the IRS needs
Whatever app you choose, the log should show date, destination, business purpose and miles, recorded at or near the time (mileage log for taxes). The 2026 business rate is 72.5 cents per mile January-June and 76 cents from July 1 (IRS mileage rate, mileage reimbursement calculator). Prefer paper? Use the mileage log template. CarO's trip log shows how manual logging works.
Download CarO free on the App Store or Google Play. Free with ads; optional in-app purchases.
Sources
- App Store: CarO・Car Care・Maintenance log: apps.apple.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- Google Play: Car Maintenance Tracker - CarO: play.google.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- App Store: MileIQ: Mileage Tracker & Log: apps.apple.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- App Store: Mileage Tracker by Everlance: apps.apple.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- App Store: Stride: Mileage & Tax Tracker: apps.apple.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- App Store: Mileage Tracker by Driversnote: apps.apple.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- App Store: Drivvo - Car Expense Tracker: apps.apple.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- Google Play: Drivvo - Car Expense Tracker: play.google.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- IRS Publication 463: Travel, Gift, and Car Expenses: www.irs.gov (accessed 21 October 2026)
- IRS: Standard mileage rates: www.irs.gov (accessed 21 October 2026)
Disclaimer: CarO and this website give general car-care information, not professional advice. Maintenance intervals and specifications vary by vehicle, so always follow your owner's manual and a qualified mechanic. Mileage and cost figures are estimates; check local tax rules before using any log for deductions.
FAQ
What is the best app to track mileage for taxes?
For automatic logs, GPS trackers like MileIQ, Everlance, Driversnote or Stride. For a few trips a month, a manual log is fine.
Is there a free mileage tracker app?
Stride is free. Several others have free tiers with limits. CarO is free with ads and logs trips manually.
Does CarO track mileage automatically?
No. CarO logs trips and routes you enter, with frequent places for quick entry. It doesn't use GPS to detect drives.
Do mileage tracker apps drain battery?
Background GPS tracking uses some battery; most apps are optimised to minimise it.
Are app mileage logs accepted by the IRS?
Yes, if they record the required details at or near the time of each trip.
Track this in CarO
CarO is a free car maintenance tracker app for iPhone and Android that keeps a full service history, reminds you about oil changes and inspections by mileage or date, and logs fuel fill-ups with MPG, odometer readings and car expenses for every vehicle you own. Logs are stored in the cloud and can be exported as CSV.
