DAT Introduces iPhone Widget to Help Owner-Operators Find Loads Faster

New DAT One iOS widget displays top-paying loads on the home screen for quick access.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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DAT Freight & Analytics has launched a new DAT One iOS widget for iPhone that allows owner-operators to view the top three highest-paying load matches directly on their home screen without having to open the full DAT One app. The widget refreshes automatically every five minutes to show the most up-to-date load information based on the user's search preferences.

Why it matters

This new widget from DAT aims to give owner-operators a competitive edge in the fast-paced freight market by providing them with instant access to the best load opportunities without having to navigate through multiple screens. This can help them quickly identify and secure the most lucrative loads to maximize their earnings.

The details

The DAT One iOS widget displays the top three load matches with the highest rate per mile based on the user's most recent search in the DAT One app. Carriers can call or email the broker directly from the widget with a single tap. The widget uses the user's saved search preferences, such as radius, equipment type, and location, to ensure the results are relevant.

  • DAT introduced the new DAT One iOS widget on March 5, 2026.

The players

DAT Freight & Analytics

A business unit of Roper Technologies that operates the DAT One truckload freight marketplace, DAT iQ analytics service, Convoy Platform automated freight-matching technology, Trucker Tools load-visibility platform, and Outgo factoring and financial services for truckers.

Christian Greiner

The General Manager of the Carrier Segment at DAT.

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What they’re saying

“Owner-operators told us they want their best load matches readily visible, without having to open their phone.”

— Christian Greiner, General Manager, Carrier Segment (Globe Newswire)

What’s next

The DAT One iOS widget is now available for download on the iPhone home screen, allowing owner-operators to start using it to quickly find and secure the best load opportunities.

The takeaway

DAT's new iPhone widget provides owner-operators with a convenient and efficient way to stay on top of the latest load trends and opportunities, giving them a competitive edge in the fast-paced freight market.