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Mileage Journal for iPhone
Automatic mileage log for business trips
Track business miles with GPS, CarPlay, or manual entry. Record start locations, destinations, trip purposes, projects, vehicles, drivers, and optional odometer readings. Export clear PDF or CSV mileage reports for expense reimbursement, accounting, or your own records.
CarPlay AutoStop & Full Auto
iCloud sync across devices
No third-party tracking
Choose miles and USD in Settings. Data is stored locally and syncs securely via iCloud.
Full control of your Mileage Log
Manual, GPS, or automatic
Features that save you time
Built for self-employed professionals, small businesses, and employees who submit mileage reports.
Multiple companies, drivers, and vehicles
Switch quickly between drivers, vehicles, and companies. Everything stays organized in one app.
Project tagging
Assign each trip to a project or project number for clear cost tracking.
PDF and CSV reports
Filter by date, company, driver, vehicle, or project and export instantly.
Transparent edits
Manual trips and changes made after finalization are marked in PDF reports for clearer recordkeeping.
Custom reimbursement rates
Set the rate that applies to you. Each trip keeps its saved rate, so reports can total trips with different rates correctly.
Available in multiple languages
Swedish, English, German, Danish, Norwegian (Bokmål), Finnish, Dutch, Polish.
Favorite purposes
Save frequently used trip purposes as favorites and complete trips faster.
Clearer trip history
Filter history by day and see at a glance whether each trip is private or business.
Vehicle journal
Record completed service, repairs, inspections, and costs for each vehicle.
US business mileage records
The details behind a useful mileage log
Mileage Journal helps you record the core trip details commonly used for business mileage documentation. Your employer, state, and tax situation may require additional records.
Date, start location, and destination
Business purpose and miles driven
Optional start and end odometer readings
Period totals and transparent edit markers
Rates remain under your control
Mileage Journal does not automatically choose an IRS, state, or employer rate. Enter the rate that applies to you and confirm current requirements with the relevant authority or a qualified adviser.
The federal IRS optional standard mileage rate applies nationwide for federal tax purposes, but it is not a universal reimbursement requirement.
Reports ready for accounting
Choose a period and export format. PDF reports can include odometer, reimbursement, and CO₂ data.
Filter by company, driver, vehicle, or project
Find exactly the trips you need to report.
PDF or CSV with clean formatting
Perfect for finance tools or client reporting.
CO₂ column and reimbursement support
Get a clear view of impact and mileage compensation.
Export accurate reports
Accounting or CO2 reporting
Privacy without compromise
Mileage Journal uses no third-party analytics. All data stays on your device and syncs securely via iCloud.
No tracking, no ads
Local storage + CloudKit sync
You always own your data
Easy trip completion
Purpose, type & odometer
Clear monthly history
All trips in one place
Hands-free in the car
With Siri and CarPlay
Start free, unlock PRO when you grow
The free tier covers occasional use. PRO unlocks unlimited trips and automation.
Free
For trying it out.
- Up to 5 total trips
- Manual start/stop + Siri + widget
- PDF with watermark
PRO
One-time in-app purchase. See the App Store for your local price.
- Unlimited trips
- AutoStart/AutoStop via CarPlay
- PDF reports without watermark
Frequently asked questions
What is the Mileage Journal mileage log app?
Mileage Journal is an iPhone mileage log app that records business and personal trips and creates PDF or CSV mileage reports.
Can I try this mileage log for free?
Yes. You can try the app for free. PRO is available as a one-time in-app purchase with no monthly subscription.
Can I print a PDF report in the app?
Yes, you can export your mileage log as a PDF and print or share it directly.
Do I need odometer readings in a mileage log?
It depends on your reporting needs and local rules. The app supports odometer readings to make reports more complete.
Can I export my mileage log to CSV?
Yes, you can export data to CSV for use in tools like Excel or accounting systems.
Does the app support multiple drivers and vehicles?
Yes, the app supports multiple drivers, vehicles, and companies.
Can I tag trips by project or customer?
Yes, you can tag trips with project names or project numbers for easier tracking and reporting.
Does it work with CarPlay?
Yes, the app includes CarPlay-related features for smoother in-car use.
Is my data stored locally or in the cloud?
Data is stored locally on your device and syncs to your own iCloud account. We do not have access to your data.
Can I use the app for both business and private trips?
Yes, you can track both business and private trips and keep them clearly separated.
Does Mileage Journal support miles and US dollars?
Yes. Select miles as the distance unit in Settings. Currency can follow the iPhone region or be set to USD.
Does Mileage Journal automatically set the IRS mileage rate?
No. You enter the reimbursement rate that applies to you. The saved rate is stored with each trip, so a report can correctly total trips that use different rates.
Are manual trips and later edits visible in reports?
Yes. Manually entered trips and trips changed after finalization are marked in PDF reports for more transparent recordkeeping.
Does Mileage Journal support common mileage log requirements?
Mileage Journal can record dates, start locations, destinations, trip distances, business purposes, projects, vehicles, drivers, and optional odometer readings. Requirements vary by country, state, employer, and situation. You are responsible for ensuring that your records meet the rules that apply to you.
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Get started in minutes. Download Mileage Journal and create your first report today.
For self-employed professionals, small businesses, and employee mileage reports.