Tools & Gear for Gig Delivery Drivers
Gear we have written up, and the apps worth having on your phone. Every recommendation here is for a problem drivers actually run into — not a catalogue.
Free: the Gig Order Calculator
Payout, miles, minutes. See what the order really pays per hour once gas and vehicle wear come out. No signup, nothing to install.
Gear guides
Our own write-ups — 13 of them, grouped by what the gear is for.
13 guides
Safety Gear
Dash cams, jump packs, lights, alarms, emergency kits.
Best Dash Cams for Gig Drivers 2026
The best dash cams for gig delivery drivers in 2026. From affordable to best overall — protect yourself on every shift with front and rear recording.
Read moreBest Emergency Kits for Gig Drivers 2026
You drive more miles than most. The best roadside emergency kits for gig delivery drivers in 2026 — flat tires, dead batteries, accidents, and first aid.
Read moreBest Flashlights for Gig Drivers 2026
A flashlight belongs in every car. The best flashlights for gig delivery drivers in 2026 — for roadside emergencies and dark delivery locations.
Read moreBest Headlamps for Gig Drivers 2026
Dark porches, unlit walkways, unit numbers you can't read. The best headlamps for gig delivery drivers in 2026 — hands-free light on every shift.
Read moreBest Jump Packs for Gig Drivers 2026
Sitting in parking lots with the engine off drains your battery. The best jump packs for gig delivery drivers in 2026 — get back on the road in minutes.
Read moreBest Personal Safety Alarms for Gig Drivers 2026
A personal safety alarm clips to your keychain and draws immediate attention when you need it. The best options for gig delivery drivers in 2026.
Read moreTech & Power
Mounts, chargers and cables — your phone is the job.
Best Charging Cables for Gig Drivers 2026
The right cable for your phone and car charger setup, plus a backup. Every connector combination a gig delivery driver needs in 2026.
Read moreBest Phone Mounts for Gig Drivers 2026
The best phone mounts for gig delivery drivers in 2026. Standard and MagSafe wireless charging options — keep your phone in view on every shift.
Read moreBest Portable Chargers for Gig Drivers 2026
The best portable chargers for gig delivery drivers in 2026. A dead phone means no orders — keep earning through a full shift with the right power bank.
Read moreDelivery Gear
Bags, totes, wagons and seat protection.
Best Collapsible Totes & Crates for Gig Drivers 2026
Grocery bags tip, shift, and spill. The best collapsible totes and crates to keep orders contained and upright from store to door in 2026.
Read moreBest Insulated Delivery Bags for Gig Drivers 2026
The best insulated delivery bags for Instacart, Shipt, and food delivery drivers in 2026. Keep groceries cold and hot orders hot from store to door.
Read moreBest Seat Covers for Gig Delivery Drivers 2026
Leaking milk, detergent, and meat can ruin your car seats. The best seat covers for gig delivery drivers in 2026 — protect your car before the damage is done.
Read moreBest Collapsible Wagons for Instacart, Shipt & Spark Drivers 2026
The best collapsible wagons for Instacart, Shipt, and Spark drivers in 2026. Haul Costco and Sam's Club orders without the back strain.
Read moreApps and services
Third-party tools we recommend but have not written a full guide for yet.
Gas & fuel savings
Cashback on every gas purchase. Activate an offer before you pump and the cashback hits your account automatically. Free to use.
Shows live gas prices at every nearby station before you leave for your shift. Takes 30 seconds to check and can save you 20–40 cents per gallon by choosing the right station. Free.
Shell Fuel Rewards, BP Rewards, Exxon Mobil Rewards+, Circle K Easy Rewards. Sign up for whichever is closest to your routes, and stack it with the two above.
How to stack all threeMileage & expense tracking
Automatically tracks every mile using your phone GPS. Classifies trips with one swipe and generates an IRS-compliant mileage log. Free tier available.
Free mileage and expense tracker built specifically for gig workers. Also helps you find health insurance options. No cost, no catch.
Auto-tracks every drive and lets you classify trips with a swipe. Clean interface, reliable tracking. Free for up to 40 drives per month.
Not sure which, or what the IRS actually wants to see? Read the mileage tracking guide.
Taxes
Finds deductions by scanning your purchases. Built specifically for 1099 workers.
The most recognised name in tax filing, with a version aimed at 1099 workers. Walks you through deductions step by step.
Free, no signup. Pay your quarterly estimated taxes directly to the IRS in under five minutes. Bookmark it — you will need it four times a year.
IRS Direct Pay (opens on irs.gov)Business banking
Free business checking with no minimum balance. Open several separate accounts — one for taxes, one for expenses, one for income — which makes quarterly payments a lot less stressful.
Free business checking that pays interest on your balance. No monthly fees, no minimum balance. A reasonable alternative to Relay.
Cards with strong gas rewards
4% cashback on gas anywhere, and 3% on restaurants. Requires a Costco membership.
3% cashback at gas stations. A solid everyday card for consistent rewards on every fill-up.
5% cashback on rotating quarterly categories that frequently include gas stations. No annual fee.
5% cashback on gas anywhere, not just at Sam’s Club. One of the highest flat-rate gas rewards available.
Looking for the written guides?
Earnings math, fuel costs, mileage, insurance and platform tips are all on the Guides hub.