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MacroPoint For Truckers vs TruckMap

MacroPoint For Truckers 4.7★ · Free to download 60
Winner Tie
TruckMap 4.7★ · Free to download 60

MacroPoint For Truckers is better for brokers and companies needing load tracking, while TruckMap is a more suitable, albeit imperfect, navigation tool for individual drivers.

Full reviews: MacroPoint For Truckers · TruckMap

MacroPoint For Truckers excels at providing tracking for brokers but faces strong driver resistance due to privacy concerns and battery drain. TruckMap offers free truck-specific navigation, but users report significant issues with routing accuracy, lag, and reliability.

Head to head

Features (Primary Functionality) tieR4R5R6R8
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint's primary function is load tracking, which many users confirm works well and is easy to use R5R8. However, a significant number of drivers report issues with loads not appearing R4R6, tracking not updating automatically , or the app stopping tracking prematurely R33. Some users also note that even with tracking, brokers still call for location updates .
TruckMap TruckMap is designed as a truck-specific GPS. Users appreciate its ability to avoid low bridges and provide truck-appropriate routes . However, many reviews indicate critical failures in its core functionality, such as routing to dangerous roads R73, low bridges R78, unimproved roads , or hazmat restricted areas despite settings . It also struggles with finding addresses and providing accurate ETAs or traffic information .
Ease of Use / User Experience tieR3R4R5R8
MacroPoint For Truckers Many users find MacroPoint easy to use R5R8. However, there are frequent complaints about bugs and errors , the app not loading correctly R3, and difficulties with loads not appearing or clearing out R4R15. Some drivers also find the constant notifications and pop-ups disruptive .
TruckMap TruckMap receives mixed reviews on ease of use. Some find it straightforward , but many report it being buggy R66, laggy , or freezing R66R81. Users also desire CarPlay compatibility for a better in-cab experience and better sound options .
Reliability tieR5R12R14R15
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint's reliability is a major point of contention. While some users call it reliable R5, many state it only works "half the time" R12, doesn't update automatically , or fails to track properly, leading to broker calls . A significant concern is the app continuing to track drivers for days or weeks after a load is completed, or even after deletion R14R15R33R41.
TruckMap TruckMap's reliability is a consistent issue. Users report frequent crashes R66R81, freezing R66, and lagging . The app often reroutes incorrectly , fails to load routes , or provides late turn announcements . Its failure to account for traffic and road closures further impacts its dependability.
Privacy & Battery Life edge: TruckMapR5R10R13R14
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint draws widespread criticism for its excessive tracking, which many drivers view as "spyware" and an invasion of privacy R5R10R14R19. Users are particularly frustrated that tracking continues for days or weeks after a load is delivered, or even after the app is deleted R14R15R33R41. The app is also frequently cited as a significant battery drain R13R37. Some users report receiving scam calls after downloading or even having their information leaked .
TruckMap TruckMap has fewer direct complaints about privacy or battery drain compared to MacroPoint. However, one user reported receiving many spam calls on a dedicated phone number after signing up for TruckMap R78. There are no widespread complaints about battery drain.
Price/Value edge: TruckMapR6R17R19R21
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint is free to download, but many drivers feel it offers poor value due to the privacy invasion and battery drain it imposes, often being forced to use it by brokers R19R21. Some users also complain about not finding good loads or money through the app R6R17.
TruckMap TruckMap is free to download and is praised by users for being a free alternative to paid GPS apps like TruckerPath or Garmin . Users appreciate getting a free app that works, despite its flaws .
Pick MacroPoint For Truckers if

You are a broker or company that needs to track loads and require drivers to use a specific tracking app, accepting that drivers may dislike it R5.

Pick TruckMap if

You are an individual truck driver looking for a free GPS navigation app specifically designed for trucks, and you are willing to cross-reference with other maps due to its reliability issues .

Evidence note: MacroPoint's reviews are heavily skewed by drivers who are often mandated to use the app by brokers, leading to strong negative sentiment regarding privacy and battery drain, even when the tracking functionality itself is reported to work R5R10R19R21. TruckMap's reviews, while also mixed, focus more on its core navigation performance as a choice made by the driver. The free nature of both apps means that some negative feedback for both might stem from expectations for a free product.

Frequently asked

Does MacroPoint For Truckers track you constantly?
Yes, many users report that MacroPoint For Truckers tracks them continuously, often for several days or even weeks after a load is completed, and sometimes even after the app is deleted R14R15R33R41.
Is TruckMap reliable for truck-specific navigation?
TruckMap's reliability for truck-specific navigation is inconsistent; while some users praise its ability to avoid low bridges, many report issues with incorrect routing to dangerous roads, low bridges, unimproved roads, or hazmat restricted areas, as well as frequent app crashes, freezing, and lagging R66R73R78R81.
Do these apps drain phone battery quickly?
MacroPoint For Truckers is frequently reported by users to drain phone battery quickly, with some drivers stating it can deplete their battery in 8 hours when tracking is enabled R13R37. TruckMap does not have widespread complaints about battery drain.

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] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Tracking: My loads are not appearing
  2. [R5] MacroPoint For Truckers 5/5 · US Great App, Too Much Tracking: The app works well and does what it’s supposed to do. It’s easy to use and reliable. My only concern is the amount of driver tracking. As drivers, we’re already getting multiple calls and update the brokers throughout the day, so the extra tracking can feel unnecessary and excessive. Other than that, it’s a solid app.
  3. [R6] MacroPoint For Truckers 3/5 · US No loads: I need to work like everyone else please help me out
  4. [R8] MacroPoint For Truckers 5/5 · US Chofer: Fácil de usar
  5. [R3] MacroPoint For Truckers 3/5 · US bad app: never load right. bed tracking’s always having
  6. [R12] MacroPoint For Truckers 3/5 · US My opinion: Only works half the time
  7. [R14] MacroPoint For Truckers 4/5 · US tracking all the time: UPDATE. TRACKS YOU SEVERAL DAYS AFTER IT SAY "Tracking stop" . SO SEVERAL UPDATES LATER STILL THE SAME. EXCEPT NOW IS AI CALLING YOU FROM MACROPOINT. SO MUCH FOR REDUCED CALLS. THE REST IS SAME. when You deliver load it supposed to stop, but in small letters is that it might continue tracking after You are done for up to 3 days. in reality as long as the app is on Your phone
  8. [R15] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Not sure: Seems to work OK while you have a load but I’ve delivered loads to three weeks ago that are still hanging around on there. They obviously don’t care to clear them out once they’re done they do not need to be hanging around.
  9. [R10] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Spyware: It’s just spyware,
  10. [R13] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Battery sucking app: Normally I can go all day on my phone but when the tracking is enabled , it drains my battery in 8 hours
  11. [R17] MacroPoint For Truckers 2/5 · US No cheap load: Where is the money
  12. [R19] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Tracking is stupid: If a broker wants to track a load, they can do so with a dedicated, stand alone device. There is no reason they need to track a driver through their personal cell phone
  13. [R21] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Fake reviews: No trucker in their right mind would be ok with having tracking software on their personal devices. If brokers want to track their loads then provide YOUR OWN tracking devices - you don’t get to charge a fee to companies for not allowing and compromising our privacy. This should be illegal and politicians have failed us for not keeping brokers in check. This app is full of fake revie
  14. [R33] MacroPoint For Truckers 2/5 · US TruckDriver: Hey DRIVERS!!! Pay Attention to When ya complete a load even after using mark load complete tab and submitting, Had a load completed on a tuesday morning that kept tracking thru the weekend. Caught it 8 days later still tracking and New Load NOT Appearing. Something is VERY wrong either this app or theiving Brokers that Use it?
  15. [R41] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Tracking never stops: This app spies on you for many days past the completion of the load! Be aware !
  16. [R66] TruckMap 3/5 · US Lags when on phone calls: I use this app for years and now when I’m on the phone and running this app it freezes. I miss turns and warehouses because it crashes. Please fix
  17. [R73] TruckMap 1/5 · US Terrible: We use this app to go from Florida, Florida to West Virginia, Virginia. We were hauling a 30 foot camper. We use the app because we believed it would keep us away from roads that would be dangerous or not appropriate to drive on. Instead, it put us on roads that were highly dangerous and had warnings that large truck should not use. Terrible App! Do not use!
  18. [R78] TruckMap 3/5 · US Not completely reliable: I tested this app to see if it would direct me around a low clearance bridge in my area. Unfortunately, with a clearance on my truck at 13’ 5” it sent me under the bridge that has a clearance of 12’ 11”. I’m very disappointed. I did report the low bridge in hopes that they will at least fix that one. - I enabled a dedicated phone number for this app. I have received ma
  19. [R81] TruckMap 3/5 · US Crashes hard!: Good app but when it crashes it takes forever to reboot. Unsafe kind of.
  20. [R37] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Mucha batería: Le gasta mucha batería a los teléfonos

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