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DAT Load Board - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

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Last updated: December 2025

DAT Load Board overview

Based on 239 verified user reviews

What is DAT Load Board?

By industry, DAT Load Board reviewers are most commonly professionals in transportation/trucking/railroad (82%). The most frequent use case cited by reviewers is trucking (78%).

What do users say about DAT Load Board pricing?

Some reviewers find DAT Load Board pricey but feel it pays for itself through the opportunities it provides. Some users say the cost is justified by usefulness, though they wish it were more affordable. Reviewers indicate the price is higher than competitors, and some users report frustration with paying a premium during service downtime or when load quality disappoints.

Starting price

49 /
per month

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DAT Load Board’s user interface

Ease of use rating:

DAT Load Board pros, cons and reviews insights

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Reviews sentiment

 
 
 
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3-4(62)
5(163)

What do users say about DAT Load Board?

By industry, DAT Load Board reviewers are most commonly professionals in transportation/trucking/railroad (82%). The most frequent use case cited by reviewers is trucking (78%).

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Who uses DAT Load Board?

Based on 239 verified user reviews.

Company size

Small Businesses

Midsize Businesses

Enterprises

Top industries

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Facilities Services
Accounting
Translation and Localization
Others

Use cases

Trucking
Freight
Logistics
Transportation Management

DAT Load Board's key features

GetApp's analysis of 61 verified user reviews collected between December 2022 and June 2024 identifies DAT Load Board's most critical features and summarizes user sentiment about those features.

Real-Time monitoring

Reviewers appreciate DAT Load Board's real-time monitoring capabilities. They find it helpful for tracking carrier locations and updating customers on their freight. Users report that it allows them to book loads and manage last-minute complications efficiently. They say it provides timely notifications of new loads and updates every five minutes. However, some reviewers mention that it occasionally gets stuck and requires constant refreshing. They feel that having real-time information is important for staying updated with the industry. Of the 25 DAT Load Board users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Real-Time Monitoring, 88% rated this feature as important or highly important.


Quotes/Estimates

Reviewers appreciate DAT Load Board's quotes and estimates capabilities. They indicate that it allows for detailed rate calculations, including accessorials and profit margins. Users report that it helps them pick the right load and provides valuable information for bidding on specific lanes. They find it useful for understanding the estimated cost of operations and negotiating rates. However, some reviewers mention that brokers sometimes provide incorrect information, leading to wasted time. They feel that accurate quotes are essential for making informed decisions. Of the 17 DAT Load Board users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Quotes/Estimates, 76% rated this feature as important or highly important.


All DAT Load Board features

Features rating:

3PL management
Activity dashboard
Activity tracking
Alerts/Notifications
Billing & invoicing
Carrier management
Customer portal
Data import/export
Delivery tracking
Document management
Driver management
EDI
Fleet management
For freight operations
Freight shipping
Fuel management
Geographic maps
Geolocation
GPS
Ground shipping
Import/Export management
Invoice management
Load optimization
Local forwarders
Location tracking
LTL/Shared truckload
Mileage tracking
Mobile app
Monitoring
Order management
Rate management
Real-Time analytics
Real-Time data
Real-Time notifications
Real-Time reporting
Real-Time updates
Reporting/Analytics
Reporting & statistics
Route optimization
Routing
Scheduling
Search/Filter
Self service portal
Shipment price calculation
Shipment tracking
Shipping management
Status tracking
Strategic planning
Supplier management
Third-Party integrations
Transportation management
Trip logs
Truckload management

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DAT Load Board pricing

Starting from

49

Per month

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Pricing range

User opinions about DAT Load Board price and value

Value for money rating:

Of 20 reviews that provide robust commentary on DAT Load Board's price and value, mention it in a positive light.

Some reviewers find DAT Load Board a bit pricey but feel it pays for itself through the opportunities it provides. Some users say the cost is justified by the platform’s usefulness, though they wish it were more affordable, especially for new or small operators. Reviewers indicate that the price is higher compared to competitors and sometimes feels steep for the features offered. Some users report frustration with paying a premium when the service experiences downtime or when the quality of available loads does not match their expectations.

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DAT Load Board integrations (5)

Integrations rated by users

We looked at 239 user reviews to identify which products are mentioned as DAT Load Board integrations and how users feel about them.

Integration rating: 5.0 (2)

It allows our customers to see where our equipment is without having to bother the driver all of the time.

ND

Nathan D.

Owner

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TruckLogics

Integration rating: 3.5 (2)

Because it helps to save time when looking for a load.

JC

Jose C.

logistics coordinator

Integration rating: 3.0 (1)

searching for loads, like iam using it to search only customized loads

Doesn’t integrate well. Just CSV file imports.

JL

Julius L.

Dispatcher

1/2

Integration rating: 3.0 (1)

The loads do not transfer data over to the TMS as they are supposed to

EW

Elizabeth W.

VP

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AscendTMS

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

The integration was smooth, quick, and easy.

JB

Jonas B.

Director of Business Management

DAT Load Board support options

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Platforms supported

Web
Android
iPhone/iPad

Support options

Phone Support
Email/Help Desk
FAQs/Forum
Knowledge Base

Training options

Videos
Webinars
Documentation

DAT Load Board FAQs

Q. What is DAT Load Board used for?

Grow your business for the long haul with over 284 million loads and trucks posted annually on the DAT Load Board. Get the most relevant matches for your business - the right load for the right truck at the right price, no matter where you are. Carriers, brokers, and shippers can all find valuable insights, boost revenue, and grow their business on the DAT Load Board. DAT users also gain access to our DAT One mobile app to manage freight from anywhere, in the palm of your hand.

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