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TruckSmart ™

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User verdict / 100 High confidence In trouble

The TruckSmart app has recently undergone an update that introduced a new look and claimed performance enhancements, but user reviews indicate a significant decline in functionality, with widespread issues preventing basic tasks like login, payment, and service reservations.

4.6★ lifetime (18,538) Free to download since 2011 by TravelCenters of America updated 0.2 mo ago recent negative 84% 120 reviews across 2 regions
Login Issues Payment & Functionality Location Services Performance & UI Rewards & Points Comparison to Competitors Profile Management
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recent reviews across 2 regions, vs the 4.6★ lifetime average

Recent reviews for the TruckSmart app are overwhelmingly negative, highlighting numerous bugs and a significant degradation in user experience following a recent update. Users report persistent problems with logging in, making payments, reserving showers and parking, and the app's ability to accurately detect location. While some users acknowledge a visual refresh, the core functionality is described as broken and unreliable, leading many to compare it unfavorably to competitor apps.

What users like

  • Some users appreciate the updated look and feel of the app, finding it newer and potentially easier to use.R4R22
  • When functional, the app allows for reserving parking and paying for showers using points or credit/debit cards.R42R45R129
  • The app can distinguish between D2 and biodiesel options, which is helpful for some drivers.R181

What users complain about

  • Users frequently experience login issues, getting stuck in loops or being unable to access their accounts.R5R7R13R36
  • The app consistently fails to process payments for fuel, parking, and showers, often rejecting card information.R1R2R35R39
  • Location services are unreliable, with the app frequently reporting users are too far from a TA/Petro location even when on-site.R9R10R20R25
  • Many features, including Pump Smart, reserving parking, and booking showers, are broken or do not work reliably.R2R14R15R17
  • The app is described as slow, glitchy, prone to crashing, and has an outdated user interface.R1R12R21R44
  • Personal and vehicle profile information often does not save or is deleted, requiring re-entry.R15R54R55R69
  • Users report issues with points not accumulating or being lost, and difficulty redeeming them.R30R6R62R65
  • Customer service for app issues is reported as unhelpful or unavailable on weekends.R56R66R72

Latest update · v6.0

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

Introducing earnify™pro — the next evolution of TruckSmart. A fresh new look that makes the app easier to use The same features you rely on, now faster and simpler Improved navigation with more streamlined workflows Enhanced performance across the app Fixes and updates to keep everything running reliably Same account. Same benefits. Better experience. Update today to experience the upgrade !

Recurring themes

Login Issues negative
Many users report being unable to log into their accounts, getting stuck in a loop of creating a new account or receiving 'user already exists' errors. This prevents access to all app features.R5R7R13R36
Payment & Functionality negative
A widespread complaint is the app's failure to process payments for fuel, parking, and showers. Users cannot add or save payment cards, and features like 'Pump Smart' are frequently non-functional.R1R2R14R15
Location Services negative
The app frequently fails to detect the user's location accurately, often stating they are too far from a TA/Petro location even when physically present at the truck stop. This prevents use of location-dependent features like fueling or booking showers.R9R10R20R25
Performance & UI negative
Users describe the app as slow, glitchy, prone to crashing, and having an outdated or clunky user interface. Despite a recent 'fresh new look' claimed by developers, many find it difficult to navigate and unreliable.R1R12R21R44
Rewards & Points negative
Issues with the rewards program include points not accumulating, being lost, or difficulty redeeming them for showers or other benefits. Some users also feel the points system is less generous than competitors.R3R6R30R62
Profile Management negative
The app often fails to save or frequently deletes user profile information, including truck/trailer details and payment methods, forcing users to re-enter data repeatedly.R15R47R54R55
Comparison to Competitors negative
Many reviewers explicitly compare TruckSmart unfavorably to apps from Pilot/Flying J and Love's, citing those as more user-friendly, reliable, and technologically advanced.R1R3R7R10

Who it's for

This app is currently for users who are willing to tolerate significant bugs and workarounds to access TravelCenters of America and Petro services, especially if they frequently visit these locations and are patient with app issues . It is NOT for users who expect a reliable, seamless experience comparable to other major truck stop apps R1R7R10 or those who rely on the app for critical functions like payment, login, or location-based services R2R15.

Evidence note: The recent reviews are heavily skewed negative (84.3% negative), which contrasts sharply with the lifetime rating of 4.6. This indicates a significant and recent decline in user satisfaction, likely due to the latest update. The developer's notes claim 'fixes and updates to keep everything running reliably' and 'better experience,' but recent user feedback directly contradicts these claims, reporting more bugs and a worse experience. There is strong, consistent evidence across many reviews for all listed cons.

Frequently asked

What are the main issues with the TruckSmart app after the latest update?
After the latest update, the TruckSmart app has major issues with login, payment processing, accurate location detection, and the functionality of core features like reserving parking and showers R1R2R5R9.
Can I still use the TruckSmart app to pay for fuel or showers?
Many users report being unable to use the app to pay for fuel (Pump Smart) or book showers, with frequent errors, payment rejections, and issues with location detection preventing these functions R2R14R17R20.
How does TruckSmart compare to other truck stop apps like Pilot/Flying J or Love's?
Many reviewers state that TruckSmart is significantly worse and more outdated than apps from Pilot/Flying J and Love's, which are described as more user-friendly, reliable, and functional R1R7R10R11.
Are there problems with the rewards points in the TruckSmart app?
Yes, users report problems with rewards points, including points disappearing, not accumulating correctly, and difficulty redeeming them for services like showers R6R30R62R65.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R4] 5/5 · US What a change on the app looking newer: The app made a completely change
  2. [R22] 5/5 · US App is getting better: In spring the app was, “updated” and it was horrible. Fueling errors, vehicle profiles wouldn’t save/persist and reserving parking was a nightmare (mostly because of the profile problem). As of May ‘26, everything above has improved 100%. IOW, the app works again…
  3. [R42] 5/5 · US They finally fixed it 🎉😁: The app is great now. We can reserve parking and pay for showers using points or credit/debit card which I love. Everything works now. Thanks TA!!!
  4. [R45] 3/5 · US Improvements Needed: The app in its basic form is pretty good. Being able to reserve a spot, book a shower and find locations is a great start. Four added suggestions I have are as follows. 1. Allow for navigation/route planning to the selected TA/Petro location within the app. 2. Unlimited transaction history with more details, perhaps an actual receipt copy for all transaction types. 3. The abi
  5. [R129] 5/5 · US When someone doesn’t try and fix something not broken it’s perfect!: I’ve been using this app for many years now and I love it. I’d rate it 10. It makes fueling, reserve parking and using points extremely easy and efficient. Yet every once in a while some IT person somewhere tries to change something and the app refuses to work properly. so be warned when that happens it can be a few hours to a fe
  6. [R181] 5/5 · US Shows diesel options!: I finally found an app that distinguishes between D2 and biodiesel! Very helpful even though it’s only TA and Petro, much better than wandering around or calling.
  7. [R5] 1/5 · US Still broken: App still broken, haven’t been able to sign in since day 1. Now it’s incorrect format. I give up. Your truck stops are out dated and so is your apps. It be best to rebuild from the ground up from a collage kid out of a tech school. Fire whoever is in charge of your apps!!!!
  8. [R7] 1/5 · US Out dated still: I can no longer sign in. Every time I try to login, it takes me through the process as if I’m signing up for a new account and when I enter my info it says ‘user already exists’. Everything TA does is outdated when it comes to point/rewards. Please go copy how Pilot and Loves do it. They’re super user friendly and have it down to a science mostly because they ask the drivers advi
  9. [R13] 1/5 · US Useless!: I drive for weeks at a time, take a month or two off, then do it again. I used this app on my last trip to book showers and it worked great. Now it wants me to recreate my profile each time I sign in. I tried going through the steps, then it tells me my account already exists. What’s going on??
  10. [R36] 1/5 · US App broken: Since the last update it will not let me log in. It’s stuck in a loop of create an account, than error account exists
  11. [R1] 1/5 · US Absolutely user unfriendly: How is this the worst app as opposed to the Pilot/Flying J and Loves apps? Nothing works properly, never wants to take card information, and the format is 2008 mobile web quality. They never update it and don’t really seem to care. TruckSmart? I guess that’s an oxymoron. Update: the new app seems only half finished and half working. Still garbage.
  12. [R2] 1/5 · US Please fix the damn app!!!: I can’t add a payment card, I can’t book a shower, please fix and LEAVE it the hell alone!!!
  13. [R35] 1/5 · US Payment issues: Been using this app for year and since Bp bought them it rejects my payment methods for my personal credit cards. I have tried different cards it doesn’t matter. I have updated my profile and the app and it still does it. It won’t even let me use my fleet card to pay for parking or showers on the app but I can in store. This is very frustrating
  14. [R39] 1/5 · US App needs a makeover: Every time I use my debit card to pay for anything on this app there is always some issue with it never going through
  15. [R9] 1/5 · US Broken App: TruckSmart the app is littered with bugs like it telling me I’m too far from a Petro or TA even when I’m in a Petro or TA parking lot i.e. it doesn’t allow me to use the app for fuel or showers. The app once worked decently those days have come to an end.
  16. [R10] 1/5 · US I give up!: I’m giving up on fueling at TA/Petros. At least 50% of the time the app says I’m too far away, when I’m stopped right before pulling under the Awning (which interferes with the satellite connection). And using the app at all is a waste of my time because I still have to enter info at the pump! PFJ’s app has all info preloaded into the app and it’s a simple process of going through a pr
  17. [R20] 1/5 · US Booking a shower: I can’t book shower from the app. It says “you must be within 5000 miles of a TA or PETRO location”
  18. [R25] 1/5 · US Not working all the time: Every time I see you have to be within 5000 mil to TA location.
  19. [R14] 1/5 · US Pump smart: Lost my fuel card needed to use pump smart, the app would rarely generate codes to fuel extremely frustrating please fix that issue code 404 and 406
  20. [R15] 1/5 · US Terrible: This app hasn’t worked correctly for the past year. Every time I try to reserve a parking spot, it says to complete driver details, but my details are already filled out. How long does it take to fix this issue? Several updates have taken place, yet the issue remains. The same occurs when trying to use points.
  21. [R17] 2/5 · US This app never works properly: If I can get to pilot or Lowe’s I go there, because the app never works properly not for pump no for shower
  22. [R12] 1/5 · US Needs update too slow: This app needs to be updated it crashes a lot. It’s too slow to bring up information like picking up your location and paying with your points to shower
  23. [R21] 3/5 · US UI needs to be updated: The app is decent, however in my opinion it needs a major revamp. Compared to other apps for major T/S like loves or pilot, truck smart seems to be out of date. Yes, you can accomplish the basic tasks you are looking to achieve, but the UI is a bit frustrating at times and the app loves to crash.
  24. [R44] 3/5 · US Notice: It’s slow and glitchy.
  25. [R54] 1/5 · US Not good: I’ve used this app for years and now it erases all my truck and personal information. I put info back in app several times and it keeps deleting it.
  26. [R55] 1/5 · US Glitchy app: ETA now the app doesn’t store credit card info. Every time I go to use the app whether for fuel, a shower or pay for parking I have to put in ALL of my info all over again. Talk about wasting time. Why isn’t Apple Pay a thing for you yet? Multi billion dollar company can’t even get a simple app to work correctly but you want me to spend my money there. I’ll say it again…FIX IT!! Noth
  27. [R69] 1/5 · US Terrible: Of the truck stop apps it’s probably the worst. So many extra steps to do a simple reserve a parking spot, and still won’t let me change my vehicle information it still says error every time I try to change it and haven’t had that truck in 3 years
  28. [R30] 3/5 · US Points vs coins: Ultra one point work OK as long as I can print it onto a receipt, but I keep losing my points at the register today is the second time it happened
  29. [R6] 2/5 · US Points left to keep Platinum disappearing: Now how am I supposed to know how many points I have to fill to keep platinum?? It disappeared. As long as it took to come with this new update…. Was it tested? lol NOPE
  30. [R62] 1/5 · US It’s so broke they can’t fix it: Over the last few updates, this app has gotten glitchier and glitchier. The latest app released two months ago completely fails in allowing drivers to authorize at the pump thru the app and doesn’t even record receipt locations properly. I have fueled manually and the system does not record my points or send reciepts 1/2 the time
  31. [R65] 2/5 · US Bad: Used to be really good app, now glitching all the time, super slow loosing connection all the time, points getting lost all the time TA/PETRO is not good as it was
  32. [R56] 3/5 · US Change it back: Whatever happened on this last update isn’t working. I can’t issue a license plate state that you are now asking for and there’s no way to update it in our profile. Also, there isn’t any customer service available on the weekends. Please fix the app
  33. [R66] 1/5 · US Junk: Signed up at a TA express and downloaded the app. The app will let me sign in, but no account number, and can not enter personal or financial data. I’ve been to a few more TA’s and Petro stations and phone number will not work at the pump. Employees do not know how to fix the problem, and neither does customer support. I can’t even delete the account to re sign up. It does no good to use som
  34. [R72] 1/5 · US Terrible: App and kiosk always have issues and customer service is east coast 9am-9pm, meanwhile the rest of the industry is 24/7/365 coast to coast, terrible points value compared to pretty much every single other rewards program
  35. [R3] 1/5 · US -5: What a gas station, what a lousy program, I have a fourth level and one shower! It's a total disgrace, I'll leave the gas stations and move on Love’s
  36. [R47] 1/5 · US Good luck: This app has become absolute trash. It use to work fine, reserve parking, showers, point, everything work without issue but now it’s unusable. Every time you try to update your info it says there’s been an error and doesn’t work or you try to pay for parking or shower it’ll say there’s been a problem processing your payment (no issues on payment side mind you). What’s the point of havin
  37. [R11] 2/5 · US This app hasn’t been updated since 2012.: I don’t know who gives this app a rating over 3 stars but they’re obviously insane. The whole system at TA is complete trash compared to Loves or even Pilot. App is garbage, barely works and redeeming points is a complete pain. Do better

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store