BulkLoads vs Direct Freight
BulkLoads
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Direct Freight
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| Figure | BulkLoads | Direct Freight |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $32.50/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 7 |
| Spec score · Load Board Software | 8.1 (#10) | 8.2 (#8) |
| Headquarters | Springfield, Missouri, United States | P.O. Box 131, Chillicothe, MO 64601, United States |
| Mobile app | BulkLoads links to mobile apps on both Google Play and the Apple App Store, and its carrier page says the app is free to download. | The plan comparison page lists a mobile app for iOS and Android, and the home page says the Driver app searches more than 300K loads daily. |
| Privacy and security | The maker links a Privacy Policy, but the opened policy page contains no readable policy details or security certifications. | Its privacy statement says it uses SSL and encryption to protect personal information and cautions that internet data security cannot be guaranteed. |
| Support | The site lists support contact information and the phone number 1-800-518-9240. | The FAQ gives support by phone at 888-894-4198 and email at [email protected], and lists office hours as Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm CST. |
Plans
BulkLoads
- Load BoardFree
- Business BundlePriced on request
- Load Board ProPriced on request
Direct Freight
- FreeFree
- Basic Carrier$39 a month
- Enhanced Carrier$49 a month
- Professional Carrier$69 a month
- Basic Carrier$390 a year
- Enhanced Carrier$490 a year
- Professional Carrier$690 a year
In their own words
Direct Freight
Direct Freight Services connects carriers with loads posted mostly by brokers, with some direct shippers also posting. Its load board supports searching and posting loads and trucks, and matching load alerts, mileage, and maps are available. The company says its Driver app searches more than 300K loads daily. A lane pricing tool uses millions of load records to provide spot market rates for thousands of lanes. Professional Carrier adds current and historical freight rates, toll costs, saved lanes, and team management; Enhanced Carrier and Professional Carrier also include credit scores, days to pay, and full credit reports. The service is available on the web and through iOS and Android apps. The Free plan costs nothing and allows three load searches per day. Basic Carrier costs $39 a month after 15 days for $1; Enhanced Carrier costs $49 a month and Professional Carrier $69 a month, each after 15 days for $1. The FAQ notes that unavailable loads may remain listed and most loads do not show pay rates.