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# DAT iQ

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> DAT iQ is a cloud-based data analysis solution for freight Brokers and Shippers. This product delivers comprehensive rate, capacity, and performance analytics solutions to equip Shippers and Brokers with actionable insights to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and take charge of their network. DAT iQ's dashboard provides a 360 degree view of carrier performance and key metrics, reducing the time it takes to identify carrier best-bet opportunities.

RateView Analytics:
- The most up-to-date pricing data in the industry
- See average rates paid by brokers and shippers on more than 68,000 lanes
- Pinpoint seasonal changes with 13-month pricing histories on each lane.
- Over 95% accurate on more than 7 million daily predictions

Benchmark Analytics:
- See how your freight spend measures against the market
- Understand emerging trends, seasonal shifts and underperforming aspects of your network
- Analyze bids against market prices and identify at-risk lanes
- Identify opportunities for improvement and provide transparency for executives

Custom Analytics:
- Get customized reports based on your specific business needs
- See deep market trend analysis with rate data most relevant to your goals
- See supply and demand metrics and forecasts to inform your strategies 
- Get data visualization tools to report on pricing and performance with execs and customers
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 66 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 66 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: DAT Freight and Analytics
- **Location**: Atlanta, US
- **Founded**: 1992

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: USD 0.00
- **Pricing model**: Other
- **Pricing Details**: Please visit dat.com/iq for more information and to request a demo.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- 3PL Management
- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Dashboard
- Activity Tracking
- Ad hoc Analysis
- Ad hoc Query
- Ad hoc Reporting
- Alerts/Notifications
- Charting
- Customer Portal
- Customizable Reports
- Dashboard
- Dashboard Creation
- Data Capture and Transfer
- Data Connectors
- Data Discovery
- Data Extraction
- Data Import/Export
- Data Mapping

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support

## Category

- [Data Analysis Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/535/data-analysis/software)

## Related Categories

- [Data Analysis Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/535/data-analysis/software)
- [Logistics Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/406/logistics/software)
- [Freight Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/567/freight-broker-software/software)
- [Transportation Management Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/252/transportation-management-software/software)
- [Shipping Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/531/shipping/software)

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## Reviews

### "Easy to use but the rates are outdated and generally too low" — 3.0/5

> **Matt** | *19 March 2026* | Mining & Metals | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Easy to use to get spot rates for hauling. The website is easy to navigate and I like the spot rate tool.
> 
> **Cons**: The rates and ranges quoted are outdated and generally too low. The ranges gien are even too low. I get broker rates that are 20% higher
> 
> I think it is usefull to get and idea of a freight rate but the rate you get is generally wrong. I cannot trust the info

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### "load management" — 5.0/5

> **Matthew** | *31 August 2023* | Logistics & Supply Chain | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: fast and easy to view loads on the board
> 
> **Cons**: needs a better function for raising rates. make it more streamlined for faster rate changes and seamless functionality
> 
> so far it has been pretty great to use although the older version was more versatile and faster for quick load changes.

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### "Simple Broker Use" — 3.0/5

> **Cliff** | *31 May 2023* | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: There is good data that is presented well in a manner that can be digested by any level.
> 
> **Cons**: Garbage in and garbage out.  For every good entry there are ten bad ones.

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### "Easy to use" — 5.0/5

> **john** | *25 October 2023* | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I get what i need and use it and present it to customers
> 
> **Cons**: Sometime pricing is off not always but sometimes
> 
> I'm in and out real quick, no issues. I get what i need and use it and present it to customers

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### "Love Dat board" — 5.0/5

> **Brittany** | *2 June 2023* | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Easy to use, user friendly, lots of information provided
> 
> **Cons**: A bit pricey but worth the money if you are in trucking
> 
> We use DAT daily and love it

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