# Total Drive Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Total Drive the right Scheduling solution for you? Explore 30 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/235741/Total-Drive/reviews --- Total Drive 5 (30) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/235741/Total-Drive/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated August 24th, 2025 # Reviews of Total Drive Ease of use 4.9 Customer Service 5.0 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews DT David T Approved Driving InstructorProfessional Training & Coaching, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Total Drive provides a fantastic user experience both as a diary app for scheduling an ADIs diary, but also supports us to manage a pupil's information, track their progress, and manage test results as an ADI.“ October 1, 2021 TM Tony M Proprietor Driving InstructorEducation Management, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The customer service is exceptional and the feedback for Q&A is top notch.“ October 1, 2021 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 30 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use ML Matthew L. Driving Instructor Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Total time saver! 🙂" November 27, 2023 5.0 I can’t imagine not using it now. Absolutely brilliant for saving me time and it’s such great value! Pros The app saves me lots of time each day, and the support is superb if any glitches or issues are encountered. The way the app communicates with pupils means I don’t have to juggle different numbers or emails. Everything is managed by the app. I love that you can offer pupils a gap in your day to be filled, and I also love the ability to broadcast messages to the pupils you select. Cons You can raise any issues with the support team and even suggest improvements which get voted in by other users so there is never much to dislike! Reason for choosing Total Drive Other user opinions I researched online. Review Source CB Chris B. Director & Driving Instructor Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A bespoke system for Driving Instructors which takes out the hassle from diary / learner management" October 1, 2021 5.0 I've saved hundreds if not thousands of pounds by having a full diary with almost zero no shows for lessons! Pros Having everything up front and visible to both learners and instructors avoids the 'I didnt realise I had a lesson / no shows' Its a one stop shop providing Diary Management, Reminders of lessons, Payment features , Progress tracking and reflective logs. Cons There really isnt much to dislike about the software. Many of the features I would like added have been communicated to the developers and they have or are implementing them. Might be nice to have an open API that could be linked to by Zapier or similar Reason for choosing Total Drive Liked the developers open approach to updating and enhancing the software Review Source PW Peter W. Owner Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy Scheduling with lots of added features!" October 1, 2021 5.0 Overall it’s an excellent product. Pros Total drive is an instructor specific app that provides great management tools, constantly improving and very responsive. Pupils love the dedicated app with all of their relevant information and instructors have an easy to use tool to keep track of their pupils Cons More options for pupil payments would be good as there is currently only one provider and payments are sometimes slow to come through. Review Source sL simon L. Driving instructor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best app for my business " October 2, 2021 5.0 No problems to solve but knowing if there was the customer service is on hand and respond promptly to any queries Pros This app has helped me improve my diary ,I know exactly where I am and when I need to be there no more filling paper appointments Cons I cant think of anything wrong with this app Reason for choosing Total Drive Had the benefits of pupil reminders and messages to help run my diary smoothly Review Source Response from Total Drive Software October 4, 2021 Thank you Simon, for taking the time to leave a review and we are delighted that you have chosen Total Drive. CL Cheryl L. Owner Accounting Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "One stop shop for structured routine schedule" May 19, 2025 5.0 Safe secure organized and easy to navigate easy to use great great job total drive. I reof total drive you haven't tried this you'll love scheduling with this app Pros Absolutely everything.. my go-to.. I love that it's easy to operate navigating was a breeze finding everything is super easy and customer service is excellent Cons I have had no issues since I started using the software 6 months ago everything is ran smoothly everything's operated as it should.. Review Source NH Nicku H. Owner Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The wonder of this amazing app" August 31, 2021 5.0 Having looked and tried other similar products I can honestly say hands down this has been the best. Approachable developers in considering and making valuable updates. As a multi car school I needed a system where I could be more efficient for our instructors. The whole system provides everything both the instructors and pupils need. It’s easy to use and has so many additional benefits rolled into a very reasonable monthly fee. I love that I can customise it to suit our school. Parents like the transparency of records in one place. So pleased for them to have got recognised in the Intelligent Instructor Awards. Well done to you all🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Pros Customizable progress record and reflective log Dashboard for each instructor Ease of admin to manage instructors diaries Cons Pupils are not able to visibly confirm seen and accepted lesson by the instructor Edited lesson times are not sent as a notification without cancelling Could be linked to give pupils Anytime Success 4-in-1 app too perhaps for a small fee? I note MyDriveTime do this too. Reason for choosing Total Drive See above Review Source Response from Total Drive Software January 21, 2022 Pupils now have a "Check-In' button to confirm booked lessons. Edited lessons now have the option to update the pupil by message. Hope that helps :) KS Kevin S. Director Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Transformed our business!" October 1, 2021 5.0 Outstanding! It has made life so much easier. We have been using TD for over 2 years now and we wouldn't ever consider being without it. Pros Where do I start?! Progress chart so a learner can see how close they are getting to be at test standard; lesson reminders automatically sent out; reflective log for learners to complete - this is a really powerful tool for goal setting. And last, but certainly not least, the superb support we get from the developers. They are so responsive to the ideas that are submitted. This app has truly revolutionised how we work and made it so easy to adminster not only my own diary but to oversee what is happening with all our instructors. Cons One aspect I would like to see improved is the ability to message everyone on our waiting list so that we can keep them updated with one message rather than having to message them all individually. Reason for choosing Total Drive I met with \[SENSITIVE CONTENT\], one of the developers, and he basically sold it to me! There were nowhere near as many features back then (in 2019) but it has developed into a superb app - and there is m ore to come yet! Review Source Response from Total Drive Software January 21, 2022 We have updated the messaging to allow you to select individual pupils, multiple pupils or just those on the waiting list. CD Chester D. Instructor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Absolutely central to my business." October 1, 2021 5.0 Overall I couldn’t manage without Total Drive, nor would I want to! Pros Since I started using Total Drive it quickly became the focus of my business. I use it to manage driving lessons, reminders, payments and students’ progress. It is easy to use and has become absolutely central to winning new clients, supporting their progress and managing my time efficiently. Cons The app developers are super-responsive and open to feedback. Any niggles have been addressed quickly. I can’t think of any serious cons to using the app other than my near-total reliance on it. Review Source PL Paul L. Driving Instructor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Love Total Drive" December 30, 2021 5.0 Brilliant in every way. Pros I have used Total Drive since the beginning and it is amazing. Constantly updated to keep up with requests from the users. It delivers what is important! Works extremely well and is very reliable. I have tried a competitors app and to be honest, I don't think anything could ever be as good as Total Drive. I rely on Total Drive to help me manage my business, and my students all love using the app as well - I have never heard anyone say a bad word. Cons I have not got anything negative to say - at all! Review Source LD Lisa D. Driving instructor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Total Drive" October 1, 2021 5.0 Fantastic, I love it and pupils love it. I have recommended it to others. The only minor issue I have is that in some areas I am not able to get online and need to remember to check their progress records while I have a signal. Pros I love the pupil progress record and the reflective log. The lesson reminder system is great. Cons I do use the online payment system but I do discourage it. The stripe payments seem to take a while to reach my account especially if a weekend is involved. I pay for something which doesn't save me much time. I prefer my pupils to pay by bank transfer. Review Source PC Phillip C. Driving Instructor Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Changed my business " October 1, 2021 5.0 Pros Total Drive has not only made it easier for me to run my day to day lesson but it’s made it possible for me to expand and grow my driving school. Something that would have been a lot harder without them. Cons I feel the payment system is a great addition but just costs too much to make it worth while for me. Review Source DT David T. Approved Driving Instructor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Excellent Diary App (and more!)" October 1, 2021 5.0 Pros Total Drive provides a fantastic user experience both as a diary app for scheduling an ADIs diary, but also supports us to manage a pupil's information, track their progress, and manage test results as an ADI. Cons There have been aspects of the app that have required some attention, however the team at Total Drive are very engaging and work hard each week to improve and further develop an app that fully supports a busy ADI. Review Source SH Simon H. ADI Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The only diary management app you’ll need! " August 26, 2021 5.0 Pros As an ADI I can’t recommend this app enough. My clients love it, they can instantly see their progress plus loads of other features for the pupil. It’s a great two way app as the clients app is just as good! The Developers are incredibly approachable and any technical queries or ideas are responded to swiftly, no fuss no hassle! It does more than most ADI diary apps and I have pretty much checked most of them, all of which just miss something. I’m now expanding to a multi trainer business, and Total Drive can handle that too. Lots of really useful features even for a PDI, it even has editable features too. New updates come regularly making this app the go to for all PDIs and ADIs In a nutshell Total Drive just keeps on giving and as it’s constantly evolving it is the only one to use. Keep up the great work guys. Cons Nothing to report, everything is good, well laid out, and responsive. Review Source EK Elizabeth K. ADI Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Couldn't live without Total Drive" October 1, 2021 5.0 I can't fault them. If I have a problem I report it, they are quick to resolve or get back to me and very friendly with it. I love this app and so do my learners. Pros It is so easy to use and set up new learners on. It helps me keep track of my day and working week. It reminds Learners of their lessons without me having to worry about it. I can update progress and send messages to all my students when I have an announcement like days I am on holiday. It keeps track.of what people have paid me and so much more! I genuinely couldn't do my job as successfully without it. Cons I'd like to add pictures into individual pupils notes and sometimes I can't open it if I have no phone signal but that is rare and not really the developers fault. Review Source RH Robb H. Driving Instructor Consumer Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Lifesaver" August 26, 2021 5.0 Pros Ease of use Integrated diary Pupil progress section/app Pupil messaging Payment management Cons I have no cons to write about, everything has been sorted quickly. Review Source PC Penny C. Driving instructor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great value " August 31, 2021 5.0 Great Pros Couldn't imagine life without total drive. It allows me to keep track of everything to do with my business from mileage to expenses and pupils progress. Pupils love being able to monitor their own progress too and show relatives. Cons When I first signed up to total drive in 2019 there were teething problems, although they were dealt with quickly. I have had any problems in a long time though. Review Source ML Matthew L. Driving instructor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Total Drive ,perfect solution for Driving Instructor " August 26, 2021 5.0 Cannot fault .Excellent communication and constantly evolving to improve the service they supply Pros I was very sceptical to pay for an App,when I could use my own Diary .But this App pays for itself every week . The Gap lesson feature alone is worth every penny . Cons I can’t think of any as the Company just keep making it better and better Reason for choosing Total Drive Because Total drive was the better system and was user friendly Review Source MH Matthew H. Approved Driving Instructor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "HSM is expanding thanks to Total Drive" October 1, 2021 5.0 I just couldn’t run my business without it. It saves me a lot of time. Pros As well as providing all the tools we need to manage the day to day driving school, the team at Total Drive always listen to our needs and help where they can by constantly improving the product. Cons I’m impatient when waiting for updates, but being a beta tester helps Reason for choosing Total Drive Functionality and student app look and feel. Review Source AV Adrian V. Driving instructor Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Total drive " October 1, 2021 5.0 Total drive work very hard to make sure this software works for our industry! Well done Total Drive. Pros Ease of use and some great features ! Αnd students love the ease of using it . Total drive are very approachable and quick to update software to suit our needs . Cons I have no issues with this product it does what it claims to do and more . Review Source TM Tony M. Proprietor Driving Instructor Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best App" October 1, 2021 5.0 Since I started with Total Drive it's made my workload a lot easier. The customer service is exceptional and the feedback for Q&A is top notch. I'm very happy with the app and my pupils think it's fantastic and very helpful for their lesson timetable. Pros Easy to use, user friendly, clear & concise and regular updates... Cons Unable to copy & paste and add photos which is on the next upgrade... Reason for choosing Total Drive Not applicable... Review Source KG Kim G. Driving instructor Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "The backbone of my business " October 3, 2021 5.0 Excellent They team are quick to respond and so helpful I run my business so easily with this apps help Pros Diary syncing with my diary All the contact information in 1 place Manages my incoming and outgoing finances Progress update Cons Some features on the desktop are not available on the mobile app Reason for choosing Total Drive It had everything in 1 place my pupils could all access it easily and they amour of information stored it it helps me Review Source Response from Total Drive Software October 4, 2021 Thank you Kim, for taking the time to leave a review and we are delighted that you are finding Total Drive beneficial. DT Duncan T. Driving Instructor Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Total Drive Review" September 14, 2021 5.0 Total drive is a great application that you can use to communicate with your learners. It has totally changed the way that I work and it is so much easier to keep in touch with everyone. Brilliant and really simple to use. A must have for all driving instructors. Thanks so much for everything Duncan Pros Ease of use. Nice to use for communication purposes. Cons There isn't anything I don't like about it really Review Source PG Phil G. Driving instructor Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Makes everything simple" October 1, 2021 5.0 Excellent Pros From communication to scheduling to accounts Everything is simple and efficient Cons Nothing everything isstriaght forward and simple Review Source FC Fra C. Driving instructor Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Brilliant app" October 3, 2021 5.0 My overall experience is that the app is first class. The fact that it can be tailored to suit the way that you teach makes it amazing. Pros Total Drive is an all in one admin app. It saves time on pen & paper work. It’s good to have everything in one place. Cons I’ve nothing negative to say. Customer support are on the ball. Great work guys! Review Source Response from Total Drive Software October 4, 2021 Thank you for reviewing Total Drive. FD Frank D. ADI Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "On line diary and much more" August 26, 2021 5.0 Easy to see at a glance what needs to be done. Very few cancellations and accidentally double booking. Pros Easy to use. Easy to personalise. Client love it too. Cons All is good. Nothing not to like. Any issues are dealt with effectively and efficiently. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Related categories [Driving School](https://www.capterra.com/driving-school-software/)[Scheduling](https://www.capterra.com/scheduling-software/) ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.