If you are shopping for a mileage tracker, the first question is usually simple: how much does MileIQ actually cost in 2026, and is the free plan enough? This guide breaks down every MileIQ price, the exact free-plan limit, how the cost has changed over the years, the business plans, and cheaper options worth a look. All pricing here is current as of July 2026 — always double-check MileIQ’s site for the latest.

MileIQ pricing at a glance (2026)

Plan	Price (2026)	What you get
Free (Standard)	$0	Up to 40 drives per month, then tracking stops
Unlimited (monthly)	$13.99/mo	Unlimited automatic drive tracking
Unlimited (annual)	$59.99/yr	Same, billed yearly (about $5/mo)
Teams	$8–$10 per user/mo	Admin tools and reporting for businesses

The free plan: 40 drives, then you hit a wall

MileIQ’s free plan (called Standard) lets you track up to 40 drives per month. A “drive” is any single trip, so a round trip counts as two drives. For someone who drives for work a couple times a week, 40 is plenty. For anyone who drives for a living, it runs out fast.

A quick real-world example. Say you deliver for DoorDash three evenings a week. Each shift might include a drive to your first hotspot, then several trips between restaurants and customers — easily 8 to 12 drives a night. Three shifts and you are already near 30 drives. By the second week of the month you have blown past 40, and MileIQ quietly stops logging. Every mile after that is a deduction you can never prove to the IRS. For a gig driver, that can be hundreds of dollars in lost write-offs.

That single limit is the number-one reason people start looking for a MileIQ alternative.

How much does MileIQ cost per month in 2026?

For unlimited drives, MileIQ is $13.99 per month, or $59.99 per year if you pay annually (roughly $5 a month). Paying yearly instead of monthly saves you about $108 over 12 months — a big gap, so if you are sure you will keep it, the annual plan is the better deal.

MileIQ Teams and business pricing

For companies that reimburse employees for mileage, MileIQ offers Teams plans at roughly $8 to $10 per user, per month. These add an admin dashboard, team reporting, and centralized billing. For a small business with a handful of drivers, that adds up quickly — five drivers at $10/month is $600 a year — so it is worth comparing against per-user pricing from other business trackers.

MileIQ price history: it has climbed fast

MileIQ used to be one of the cheaper options. That changed. In annualized terms the price has risen from around $72 a year to roughly $168 over about two years — a jump of more than 100%. If you signed up years ago and feel like your renewal keeps getting more expensive, you are not imagining it. Rising subscription costs are exactly why more drivers are price-shopping in 2026.

Annual cost compared: MileIQ vs the alternatives

Here is what a year of unlimited automatic tracking costs across the popular apps (as of July 2026):

App	Yearly cost	Free tier
MileIQ	$59.99	40 drives/mo
Everlance	$69.99	30 auto-trips/mo
Driversnote	~$132	15 trips/mo
Mileafy	$35.99	Free version
TripLog	From ~$48	Unlimited auto (free)
Stride	$0	Fully free

The headline: MileIQ sits in the middle-to-high range. Mileafy’s Premium ($35.99/year) undercuts it by about $24 a year, and Stride and TripLog offer free automatic tracking outright.

Is MileIQ worth it?

MileIQ does the core job well: it detects drives automatically and produces clean, IRS-ready reports. If you only need a no-fuss tracker and the price does not bother you, it is a solid, proven pick. But at $59.99–$168 a year, plenty of apps now match its automatic tracking for less — or for free. Whether it is “worth it” comes down to how much you value the established brand versus keeping more of your money.

How to spend less on mileage tracking

• Pay annually, not monthly — on almost every app the yearly plan is far cheaper per month.
• Use a free tier if you drive lightly — if you rarely exceed a couple dozen drives a month, Stride or a free plan may be all you need.
• Pick a cheaper unlimited plan — apps like Mileafy give unlimited automatic tracking for less than MileIQ’s annual price.
• Track every mile — the real savings are in the deduction. At the 2026 IRS mileage rate, even a cheap app pays for itself after a few hundred logged miles.

Cheaper MileIQ alternatives in 2026

Here are the standouts if MileIQ’s price or 40-drive cap is your sticking point:

• Mileafy – automatic mileage tracker for iPhone. Premium is $35.99 a year — cheaper than MileIQ — with a pay-what-you-want monthly option ($4.99, $6.99, or $8.99) and a free version to start. Full disclosure: Mileafy is our app. See the honest Mileafy vs MileIQ comparison.
• Stride – completely free, no drive cap. Auto GPS tracking and IRS reports.
• TripLog – unlimited free automatic tracking in 2026; paid features from about $4/mo.
• Everlance – free tier (30 auto-trips/mo); Starter is $8.99/mo.
• Driversnote – free for 15 trips/mo; Pro is $11/mo.

For the full list with a side-by-side table, see our guide to the 7 best MileIQ alternatives in 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How much does MileIQ cost in 2026?

MileIQ is $13.99 per month or $59.99 per year for unlimited drives, as of July 2026. The free plan is limited to 40 drives per month.

What is the MileIQ free plan limit?

The free MileIQ Standard plan caps you at 40 drives per month. After 40 drives, automatic tracking stops until the next month unless you upgrade.

How much is MileIQ for business or teams?

MileIQ Teams plans run about $8 to $10 per user, per month, and add admin tools and team reporting for companies that reimburse mileage.

Did MileIQ raise its prices?

Yes. MileIQ’s pricing has increased sharply over the past two years — more than doubling in annualized terms — which is why many long-time users are comparing alternatives.

Is there a cheaper mileage tracker than MileIQ?

Yes. Stride and TripLog offer free automatic tracking, and Mileafy’s Premium is $35.99/year versus MileIQ’s $59.99/year. Everlance’s $8.99/month plan also undercuts MileIQ’s monthly price.

Is MileIQ free to use?

MileIQ has a free plan, but it stops at 40 drives per month. For unlimited automatic tracking you need a paid plan.

Can I switch from MileIQ without losing my records?

Yes. Most trackers, including MileIQ, let you export your existing drives to a CSV or PDF before you cancel, so you keep a full history for your taxes.

Want unlimited automatic tracking without the rising price? Download Mileafy on the App Store and log every mile automatically.