Comparisons
MileTracker vs MileIQ: which mileage app is right for you in 2026?
An honest comparison between MileTracker and MileIQ for solo 1099 contractors. Pricing, features, exports, privacy, and which one wins for your use case.
By MileTracker · April 20, 2026 · 7 min read
MileIQ has been the default mileage tracker for years. MileTracker is the modern alternative built specifically for solo 1099 contractors. Here's how they compare.
Quick comparison
Both apps detect trips automatically, both export to PDF and CSV, and both let you classify business vs personal trips. The differences are in pricing, focus, and feel.
Where MileTracker wins
- Cheaper annual Pro ($29.99/yr vs $59.99/yr) plus a weekly option ($0.99/wk)
- Built for solo contractors — no team features cluttering the UI
- SQLite-first storage, so your trips are always available offline
- Faster classification UX — a single swipe-and-tap stack
- Apple Sign In and RevenueCat-managed subscriptions
Where MileIQ wins
- Older, more recognized brand
- Has team / enterprise features for businesses with employees
- Available on both iOS and Android (MileTracker is iOS-first)
Verdict
If you're a solo 1099 contractor with an iPhone, MileTracker is the better fit. It's cheaper, the UI is faster, and it doesn't try to be an expense suite. If you're an employer tracking a team's mileage on Android phones, MileIQ is still a fine choice.
MileTracker detects every drive in the background, lets you classify business or personal in one tap, and exports an IRS-ready PDF and CSV at tax time. Download MileTracker free on the App Store.
Frequently asked questions
- Is MileTracker cheaper than MileIQ?
- MileTracker Pro is $0.99/week or $29.99/year. MileIQ's unlimited plan is around $5.99/month or $59.99/year. MileTracker is meaningfully cheaper at the annual price, and the weekly option is unique — you can try Pro for a week without committing to a full year.
- Can I import my MileIQ trips into MileTracker?
- MileTracker accepts CSV imports of past trips. Export your MileIQ history as CSV and email us — we'll help you get them into MileTracker.