Truckstop (truckstop.com) is one of the two giants of freight load boards, alongside DAT. For brokers, it's a powerful way to find loads, check which brokers are safe to work with, and book freight fast. This guide covers how to use it, what it costs, and how it stacks up against DAT.
What Is the Truckstop Load Board?
Truckstop is a digital marketplace where brokers and shippers post available loads and carriers/brokers search and book them. Beyond raw load volume, it's known for its broker credit and risk tools, which help you avoid bad payers and fraud, a huge deal for protecting your carrier's revenue.
Key Features Brokers Actually Use
Load Search & Filters
Filter by origin, destination, equipment type, weight, and date to surface loads that fit your truck.
Rate Insights
See market rate data so you know what a lane should pay before you pick up the phone to negotiate.
Broker Credit & Risk Scores
Check days-to-pay and risk factors before booking, your first line of defense against non-payment.
Book It Now
Lock certain loads instantly at a posted rate without back-and-forth, useful when speed matters.
How to Book a Load on Truckstop (Step by Step)
- Set your search filters: origin, destination radius, equipment, and pickup date.
- Sort by rate and review the lane against the market rate data.
- Check the broker's credit/risk score before contacting them.
- Call or message the broker and negotiate the rate up from the posting.
- Get a signed rate confirmation, then tender the load to your booked carrier.
New to negotiating? Pair this with our guide to negotiating freight rates and the rate confirmation template guide.
Truckstop vs DAT: Which Should You Use?
DAT typically has the highest raw load volume, while Truckstop shines on broker credit and risk data. Many experienced brokers run both to never miss a load. Beginners can start with one to control costs, then add the second as they grow. For the other side, see our DAT load board complete guide and the best load boards for brokers.
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Always check broker credit before booking, no matter how good the rate looks. A high rate from a broker who doesn't pay is worse than a fair rate from one who pays in 15 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Truckstop load board?
A major freight marketplace where brokers post loads and brokers/carriers search, vet brokers, and book freight.
How much does Truckstop cost?
Tiered plans typically range from about $40 to $200+ per month depending on features. Check truckstop.com for current pricing.
Truckstop or DAT, which is better?
Both are great. DAT leads on load volume; Truckstop leads on broker credit tools. Many brokers use both.
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