Updated: 06/23/2021

As a rideshare and food delivery driver, tracking the miles of each ride means you get to write them off as tax deductions every year.  You don’t want to miss out on tax deductions, and you don’t want to miscalculate. But who wants to go through the hassle of measuring fuel used and tracking miles all the time?Check out some of the top mileage tracking apps to save you taxes in the gig economy. 

TripLog

Using TripLog is super easy. All you have to do is connect the app to the vehicle via Bluetooth. It is also great for recording more than just mileage, like toll tickets and parking fees. These can be logged using the photo capture feature. The great thing about using TripLog is that you can track multiple vehicles using one tracking system. 

Hurdlr

Hurdlr is built to track all expenses during a ride, and the mileage tracking is just one of them. The best thing about the app is that you can connect it to your Uber, Uber Eats, and Lyft app as you take on gigs. 

MileIQ

MileIQ lets you input your working hours to automatically begin tracking your mileage that is completed for work and not personal errands. It is also compatible with other apps such as Freshbooks and Excel, which help you log all your information in one place. 

SherpaShare

SherpaShare automatically tracks your mileage through rideshare and delivery gigs. What sets it apart from the other apps is that it has no limit to the mileage tracking. SherpaShare is also very helpful in giving you a rundown of your revenue and profit for the income you earn using your car. 

Everlance

Everlance is the most straightforward and most convenient app to use. It has a clean interface that makes it navigable for beginners and those who may not be very tech-savvy. It automatically tracks your trips in the background. After detecting that you’ve complete your journey, notifies you of your trip. Then you can assign it as work or personal usage. It’s Tax Vault feature generates the relevant IRS forms for you to fill. 

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