Backmiles vs MileageWise
MileageWise is a mileage log app and web dashboard that also offers paid reconstruction of past logs, including from Google Maps Timeline data. Here's how it lines up with Backmiles, using MileageWise's own public pages wherever we could.
Backfill from Google Timeline
Backmiles
Yes — Google Maps Timeline (and GPX)
MileageWise
Yes — Google Maps Timeline import
Remembers places / auto-sorting
Backmiles
Smart places learn from your swipes, plus work hours
MileageWise
Client list (saved by name/POI), auto-classification
Team pricing
Backmiles
+$6/driver/mo or $57.60/yr
MileageWise
Not listed (one plan per vehicle)
| Feature | Backmiles | MileageWise |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes — 100 miles/month | No (free trial 14 days)1 |
| Price per month | $10/mo | $8.99/mo (Small Biz Monthly)2 |
| Price per year | $96/yr | $69.99/yr (Small Biz Annual)2 |
| Team pricing | +$6/driver/mo or $57.60/yr | Not listed (one plan per vehicle)2 |
| Automatic drive detection | Yes — automatic background detection | Yes — movement, car Bluetooth, phone charging3 |
| Backfill from Google Timeline | Yes — Google Maps Timeline (and GPX) | Yes — Google Maps Timeline import4 |
| Remembers places / auto-sorting | Smart places learn from your swipes, plus work hours | Client list (saved by name/POI), auto-classification3 |
| Multiple drivers | Yes — drivers on one plan, personal drives private | Unlimited users per plan; one plan per vehicle2 |
| Platforms | iOS, Android | iOS, Android, Web dashboard4 |
Details and caveats (*)
- MileageWise
- Free tier: No credit card required for trial.
- Price per year: Lifetime plan $179.99 one-time on web. Past-log reconstruction packages sold separately (one-time).
- Team pricing: Each plan "supports unlimited users"; one plan needed per vehicle.
- Backfill from Google Timeline: Via web dashboard and a separate mobile Timeline import app.
- Remembers places / auto-sorting: Also bulk client and trip import per pricing page.
Sources
Prices as of October 15, 2026; check their sites ( www.mileagewise.com). MileageWise is a trademark of its owner; Backmiles is not affiliated with or endorsed by MileageWise.
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