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Head-to-head

MacroPoint For Truckers vs TQL Carrier Dashboard

MacroPoint For Truckers 4.7★ · Free to download 60
Winner TQL Carrier Dashboard
TQL Carrier Dashboard 4.9★ · Free to download 70

TQL Carrier Dashboard has a slight edge over MacroPoint For Truckers due to its higher overall user satisfaction and better performance in finding loads, despite both apps facing significant criticism regarding privacy and excessive tracking.

Full reviews: MacroPoint For Truckers · TQL Carrier Dashboard

Both MacroPoint For Truckers and TQL Carrier Dashboard are tracking apps used by truckers, but TQL Carrier Dashboard generally receives higher praise for its functionality in finding loads and overall user experience, while MacroPoint is frequently criticized for reliability issues and persistent tracking. Both apps face strong negative feedback from drivers concerning privacy invasion and battery drain due to continuous tracking.

Head to head

Features (Load Finding/Booking) edge: TQL Carrier DashboardR4R6R9R15
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint For Truckers users frequently report issues with loads not appearing or loading correctly R4R6R9R15. Some users also mention not being able to input pickup and delivery times .
TQL Carrier Dashboard TQL Carrier Dashboard users appreciate the ability to find and book loads, with many positive comments about good loads and prices . However, some users experience bugs where clicking on one load opens a different one R61, and recent updates have reportedly made the app useless for some .
Ease of Use tieR1R3R5R8
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint For Truckers is described as easy to use by some R5R8, but others report bugs, errors, and difficulties with the app not loading right or updating automatically R1R3.
TQL Carrier Dashboard TQL Carrier Dashboard is generally considered user-friendly and easy to use . However, some users find it frustrating that the app resets search information when switching between apps , and others report issues with the app freezing or crashing .
Reliability (Tracking & Performance) tieR1R3R13R14
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint For Truckers is heavily criticized for its tracking issues, including not working properly R1R3, not updating location , and continuing to track days or weeks after a load is completed R14R15R41. It's also noted for draining battery quickly R13R37 and causing excessive notifications R39.
TQL Carrier Dashboard TQL Carrier Dashboard also faces significant reliability complaints, particularly regarding constant tracking that drains battery rapidly and causes devices to overheat R86R102. Users report the app slowing down their phone and crashing . Some drivers also complain about receiving numerous calls despite the app tracking .
Privacy & Intrusiveness tieR5R10R14R15
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint For Truckers users overwhelmingly express strong negative feelings about being tracked R5R10R14. Many consider it 'spyware' and complain about tracking continuing even after loads are delivered or the app is deleted R14R15R41. There are also concerns about information leakage .
TQL Carrier Dashboard TQL Carrier Dashboard users also voice significant privacy concerns, reporting constant tracking that monitors battery levels and potentially other phone activities R75R86. Drivers feel forced to use the app and resent the intrusion on their personal devices . Tracking is also reported to continue after load completion .
Support & Communication tieR35R39R51R71
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint For Truckers users report that even with tracking enabled, brokers still call asking for location R35R39R51. Some mention receiving many calls because the app isn't tracking correctly R51.
TQL Carrier Dashboard TQL Carrier Dashboard users frequently complain about excessive calls from TQL, even with the app tracking their location R71. Some users also report issues with TQL's communication regarding rate cons and load cancellations .
Price/Value tieR17R21R59R63
MacroPoint For Truckers MacroPoint For Truckers is free to download, but users express frustration over the perceived lack of value given the privacy invasion and technical issues R17R21R59.
TQL Carrier Dashboard TQL Carrier Dashboard is also free to download. Users have mixed opinions on load pay, with some finding good prices while others criticize TQL for low pay and being 'con artists' R63.
Pick MacroPoint For Truckers if

You are required to use MacroPoint by a broker and prioritize a widely adopted tracking solution, understanding that you may encounter reliability and privacy concerns R5R8.

Pick TQL Carrier Dashboard if

You frequently work with TQL and want to streamline load finding and booking, and are willing to tolerate significant tracking and communication issues for potentially good load opportunities .

Evidence note: Both apps are free to download, so the free-vs-paid asymmetry rule is not directly applicable. However, both are primarily used because brokers mandate them, leading to a high volume of negative reviews from drivers who feel forced to use tracking software on their personal devices. This skews the reviews negatively for both apps, particularly regarding privacy and battery drain.

Frequently asked

Do these apps track my location constantly?
Yes, both MacroPoint For Truckers and TQL Carrier Dashboard are reported by users to track location constantly, often continuing even after a load is completed or the app is deleted, leading to significant privacy concerns and battery drain R14R41R45R75.
Do these apps drain phone battery?
Yes, both MacroPoint For Truckers and TQL Carrier Dashboard are frequently criticized by users for significantly draining phone battery due to continuous background tracking R13R37R86R102.
Can I find loads with these apps?
TQL Carrier Dashboard users report finding good loads and prices , though some experience bugs when trying to view loads R61. MacroPoint For Truckers users frequently report issues with loads not appearing or loading correctly R4R6R9.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R4] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Tracking: My loads are not appearing
  2. [R6] MacroPoint For Truckers 3/5 · US No loads: I need to work like everyone else please help me out
  3. [R9] MacroPoint For Truckers 3/5 · US Loading: My loads do not show up on the app
  4. [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.
  5. [R1] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Driver: I have not seen this app work properly since the day I was requested to use it
  6. [R3] MacroPoint For Truckers 3/5 · US bad app: never load right. bed tracking’s always having
  7. [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.
  8. [R8] MacroPoint For Truckers 5/5 · US Chofer: Fácil de usar
  9. [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
  10. [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
  11. [R10] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Spyware: It’s just spyware,
  12. [R35] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Review: It’s tracking but the broker still calls asking for location?
  13. [R39] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US App is garbage: It pinged my phone 68times in 3 days and the broker kept harassing me to update the phone refresh app because they said they couldn’t see where I was
  14. [R51] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Great Basin Specialized: App is great and easy to use. But it fkn suck to get 50 calls a day because the app is not tracking like it’s supposed. I hate having no my phone blew up bye someone I can’t even understand. Sitting in the Middle East countries somewhere. They are very rude
  15. [R71] TQL Carrier Dashboard 5/5 · US Awesome!!!!!! Best brokerage on the planet!!!!!: TQL is my favorite! All the check call’s day and night are so amazing!!!! They are just checking on me to make sure I’m doing good!!The way they push their employees is fantastic you just don’t see that type of hard work anymore! Also they probably will never read this review!!!
  16. [R17] MacroPoint For Truckers 2/5 · US No cheap load: Where is the money
  17. [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
  18. [R59] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Maybe: The app maybe good, but the brokers forcing us to use this is Pure stupidity!!!!! In the 90’s we didn’t have this bs, at most it was a recorder for when hauling produce. These tracking apps are just a bs money game for brokers. Oh and it updates Every 6-10 minutes!!!!! Don’t believe me look at the history. They send the link while still under your current load and then pester the helll out
  19. [R63] TQL Carrier Dashboard 3/5 · US #SAYNOTOCHEAPFRIGHT: Saw a load on TQL Dallas,Tx to Orlando,FL 1.01 cpm ridiculous
  20. [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 !
  21. [R45] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Terrible: This app continues to track you even after you delete it. The only way to remove it fully is to restart your phone after you delete it. I had a new broker tell me my exact location weeks after I deleted the app. I always remove it after the load requiring it is delivered.
  22. [R75] TQL Carrier Dashboard 3/5 · US Why does app read info related to phone.: I forgot to plug phone in and when battery became too low TQL app told me I needed to charge my device so tracking would not be interrupted. If it’s getting data from my I phone about the battery what else is it monitoring? I thought it was only supposed to track location. At least that’s what I agreed to allow app to do.
  23. [R37] MacroPoint For Truckers 1/5 · US Mucha batería: Le gasta mucha batería a los teléfonos
  24. [R86] TQL Carrier Dashboard 1/5 · US Overheats device and causes glitches: The app runs continuously in the background, which causes my device to overheat and glitch frequently. It seems to be tracking constantly, which drains the battery quickly and affects overall performance. While tracking is essential, it would be great if the app were optimized better to prevent excessive resource usage. Hoping for an update to fix these issues
  25. [R102] TQL Carrier Dashboard 1/5 · US Will cook your phone battery: App uses too many resources, background app refresh, gps tracking, literally will cook your phone in a matter of minutes. Macro point is much better, doesnt require all the resources. As a company driver I am being forced to use this app, and its absolutely draining and cooking my battery, first time i was forced to use it i couldnt even even touch my phone it was s
  26. [R61] TQL Carrier Dashboard 2/5 · US Wrong load: When you click on a load to view and quote a completely different load opens. You have to keep opening different loads until you get the one you want. This has been happening for a long time. Fix this!

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