"TruckLogger - Drivers Daily Log"

[kcalynn]

Hi fellow drivers, have you guys seen this new drivers daily log software? It's called TruckLogger (http://www.trucklogger.com). I think it is much easier to use and has more option than the DDL and it only cost $59.99 instead of $95.00 for DDL.[/url]

[Rev.Vassago]

Screw that. DDL is king.

[Malaki86]

I'm gonna give it a try. It's got a 60 day trial at least.

[thebaldeagle655]

Hi fellow drivers, have you guys seen this new drivers daily log software? It's called TruckLogger (http://www.trucklogger.com). I think it is much easier to use and has more option than the DDL and it only cost $59.99 instead of $95.00 for DDL.[/url]

Actually, unless you are a trucking company, you don't need the DDL full version, the lite version is only $50.00 and does everything the average driver needs.

DDL has served me well, and I highly recommend the original DDl to everyone! DOT officers love it, the software is updated constantly with Bruce in constant touch with FMCSA officials getting interpretations of rules and providing rapid support.

Check out how many MAJOR companies use the DDL software. It has to be accurate for that many majors to use it. Cheap is not better when it comes to logging! Violations can cost you big bucks!

I know there are several logging programs out there and others may be good but I will stick with Bruce.

[catalinaflyer]

I've been using DDL since Bruce was still a driver and it was free-ware and not accepted by the DOT. I have never had an issue with the DOT anywhere while using it and in fact most all of them know thier way around the program so all I have to do is hand them my laptop and the take it from there.

I'm sure there are other options but DDL is king and Bruce is the one who started it all (and did all the leg work to get federal approval). Werner and all the other companies running "paperless" logs need to thank the little guy who from the cab of his truck paved the way for the rest of them.

[classicxl]

what is the link for DDL

[Malaki86]

what is the link for DDL

www.driversdailylog.com

[Yankee]

quite a feat of engineering! James Bond would be proud! LOL

[Yankee]

Regarding the DDL software check out this set up! post #75 (link- Drivers Daily Log Software - Page 8 - Truckers Trucking Forum | Largest CDL Truck Driver Message Board who needs all those large printers and scanners taking up room in the truck! the listed set up on post #75 is amazing!. imagin a computer a copyer a scanner and a fax all in a package of....Dimensions are Height: 11.75", Width: 17", Depth: 2.25" and weighs less then 9 pounds! needing no inverters or external power to run And in a portable container too!

[skytrends]

I've been using Truck Logger for over 2 years and have been through many many log checks and All I can say is, It's Great! Very easy to use and more like an electronic loose leaf

[Bigmon]

Do you have to have you computer on every day you start or do you input it all at the end of the day?

[Yankee]

Do you have to have you computer on every day you start or do you input it all at the end of the day?

In answer to your question although I have yet to master the use of this DDL software (there is a learning curve) I have found that the logs it produces do update to the minute when you turn on your computer however you do have to manually input any changes of statuses as well as notes on these statuses manually. I am not sure but I believe it would be smart to update your status as often as you do now with a manual log book. I think it will take me about 1 week to become proficient using this software.

[WYtrucker]

I've tried "DDL" and "Trucklogger" they are both good. I think "Laptop Logbook" is easier to use than either one of them and only costs $49. It's at Drivers Daily Log LLB Driver's daily log software .
I believe it has a 30 day trial.

[mitchno1]

in new zealand we use the log book haha easier to cheat,can have gps but police can have acess to that

[tbrown]

Can someone tell me what else the driver would need besides a laptop and the software? I looked at sample logs on the DDL website and I'm a little confused...do you need a printer?...are most major companies allowing drivers to use this software? Whatever the answers to those questions, how would a driver scan the logs to their companies?

Thanks in advance.

[Malaki86]

Yes, you would need a printer. As for if a company will accept them or not, it depends - there's a lot of companies out here.

[tbrown]

Anybody have knowledge of an electronic driver log that is iPad2 compatible?