What makes an ELD the 'best' for a small fleet?

Four things: FMCSA registration (non-negotiable), flat pricing with no long-term contract, hardware that works with what you already own, and support that answers the phone. Big-fleet ELDs bundle features you don't need at prices small carriers can't stomach.

What's the difference between an ELD and an ELOG?

An ELD (Electronic Logging Device) is FMCSA-registered hardware that auto-records engine hours, miles, and driving time. An ELOG is just a digital log — legal in some cases but not FMCSA-compliant for most interstate carriers. Drivers required to keep records of duty status generally need an ELD unless an ELD exception applies.

Is the hardware included at $15/month?

The $15/truck/month covers software. Compatible existing PT-30 or IOSiX devices can be re-registered free. New PT-30 or IOSiX hardware is $150 each with free shipping (in stock, ships same or next business day). PT-30 includes a cable; IOSiX is device only.

How does $15/month compare to Motive, Samsara, KeepTruckin, Verizon Connect?

If your quote is $25–$45 per truck per month versus ELD Hub at $15, software-only savings for five trucks are $600–$1,800 per year. Hardware, contract exit costs and add-ons are separate; use your actual quote.

Can I switch from another ELD without downtime?

Plan the cutover with both providers and retain your existing logs before cancellation. Hardware reconfiguration and historical-log transfer options vary; uninterrupted operation is not guaranteed.

What if I only have 1 or 2 trucks?

That's exactly who ELD Hub is built for. ELD is $15 per truck per month; partner-service rates and eligibility depend on the provider. No fleet-size minimum.

What is the cheapest ELD for a small fleet?

Ignoring Garmin eLog (a single-driver device with no fleet dashboard), ELD Hub is $15 per truck per month with no contract — about $690 over three years for one truck including a $150 PT-30 or IOSiX. The next cheapest, TT ELD, runs roughly $820 on a 12-month term.

Which ELD has no contract?

ELD Hub is month-to-month with no cancellation fee. Other providers’ terms vary by plan, reseller and agreement. Confirm the notice period, renewal date and cancellation fees in writing.

What is the best ELD for 5 trucks?

At five trucks you want flat per-truck pricing and no term. ELD Hub is $75 a month for five trucks, or $900 a year. The same five trucks on Motive run about $2,100 a year and on Samsara about $2,700 — plus a three-year commitment on both.

Which ELD works with a PT-30 or IOSiX device I already own?

ELD Hub re-registers PT-30 and IOSiX devices at no cost, so your hardware spend is $0. TT ELD, Factor ELD, GPS Tab and EzLogz also run on PT-30-class hardware. Motive, Samsara, Geotab, Verizon Connect, Omnitracs, EROAD, Rand McNally, BigRoad and Trimble all require their own proprietary gateway.

Best ELD for Small Fleets & Owner Operators (2026)

Name: ELD Hub
Brand: ELD Hub
Price: 15 USD
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Who each ELD is genuinely good for, who it is wrong for, what the contract exposes you to, and whether your existing hardware survives the switch.

#	Provider	Per truck / mo	Contract	Hardware	3-year total
1	ELD Hub	$15	None	$150	$690
2	TT ELD	$20	Confirm current term	$100	$820
3	Factor ELD	$22	Confirm current term	$120	$912
4	EzLogz	$25	Confirm current term	$125	$1,025
5	GPS Tab	$25	Confirm current term	$130	$1,030
6	BigRoad (Fleet Complete)	$30	Confirm current term	$165	$1,245
7	Geotab	$32	Confirm current term	$180	$1,332
8	Motive (KeepTruckin)	$35	Confirm current term	$150	$1,410
9	Verizon Connect	$38	Confirm current term	$175	$1,543
10	EROAD	$40	Confirm current term	$195	$1,635
11	Rand McNally	$39	Confirm current term	$250	$1,654
12	Omnitracs	$42	Confirm current term	$220	$1,732
13	Samsara	$45	Confirm current term	$200	$1,820
14	Trimble	$48	Confirm current term	$300	$2,028

Provider	1 truck	3 trucks	5 trucks	10 trucks	20 trucks	Hardware / truck
ELD HubPT-30 or IOSiX $150; $0 if you keep a compatible device	$180/yr	$540/yr	$900/yr	$1,800/yr	$3,600/yr	$150
TT ELD12-month contract, support paywall	$240/yr	$720/yr	$1,200/yr	$2,400/yr	$4,800/yr	$100
EzLogz12-month contract, fleet dashboard extra	$300/yr	$900/yr	$1,500/yr	$3,000/yr	$6,000/yr	$125
BigRoad (Fleet Complete)36-month bundled contract	$360/yr	$1,080/yr	$1,800/yr	$3,600/yr	$7,200/yr	$165
Geotab36-month reseller contract	$384/yr	$1,152/yr	$1,920/yr	$3,840/yr	$7,680/yr	$180
Motive36-month contract	$420/yr	$1,260/yr	$2,100/yr	$4,200/yr	$8,400/yr	$150
Verizon Connect36-month contract, 100% balance on cancel	$456/yr	$1,368/yr	$2,280/yr	$4,560/yr	$9,120/yr	$175
Samsara36-month contract	$540/yr	$1,620/yr	$2,700/yr	$5,400/yr	$10,800/yr	$200

ELD Hub cost by fleet size
Fleet size	Monthly software	First year with new hardware	First year keeping your PT-30 / IOSiX
1 truck	$15/mo	$330	$180
5 trucks	$75/mo	$1,650	$900
10 trucks	$150/mo	$3,300	$1,800
20 trucks	$300/mo	$6,600	$3,600

Motive (KeepTruckin)

Best for: Fleets of 25+ trucks that want AI dash cams and driver scoring in one bill.
Not for: 1–20 truck fleets — the 36-month term and per-seat fees outweigh the feature set.
Contract exposure: 36 months standard, auto-renewing. Early termination is the remaining balance in full — walking away in month 12 of a 5-truck contract is roughly $4,200.
Hardware: Proprietary Vehicle Gateway, $150–$250 per truck. A PT-30 or IOSiX you already own will not pair.

Where it's strong: Genuinely good AI camera event detection and a polished driver app.

Motive vs ELD Hub

Samsara

Best for: Enterprise fleets that need one platform across trucks, trailers and equipment.
Not for: Owner-operators and small fleets — pricing starts where small-fleet budgets end.
Contract exposure: 36–60 months, quoted per fleet. Cancellation before term end is not offered; you pay out the contract.
Hardware: Samsara VG34/VG54 gateway, $200+ per truck, plus camera hardware. No PT-30 or IOSiX support.

Where it's strong: Best-in-class fleet dashboard and API/integration depth.

Samsara vs ELD Hub

Geotab

Best for: Fleets with an in-house telematics or IT team that will build on MyGeotab.
Not for: Small carriers — you buy through a reseller, and the reseller sets your real price.
Contract exposure: 36 months through a reseller. Terms, support quality and price all vary by who sold it to you.
Hardware: GO9 device, ~$180. Add-on harnesses billed separately. PT-30 and IOSiX are not compatible.

Where it's strong: The most extensible telematics data model on the market.

Geotab pricing breakdown

Verizon Connect

Best for: Mixed commercial fleets already buying Verizon services.
Not for: Anyone who might change their mind — the cancellation terms are the harshest on this list.
Contract exposure: 36 months with 100% of the remaining balance due on cancellation. This is the single most common complaint we hear from carriers switching to us.
Hardware: Reveal hardware, ~$175 per truck, installed. Not compatible with PT-30 or IOSiX.

Where it's strong: Nationwide cellular coverage and established roadside/DOT support processes.

How to cancel Verizon Connect

Omnitracs

Best for: Long-haul carriers with 100+ trucks and dedicated compliance staff.
Not for: Small fleets — support is tiered and the base tier is thin.
Contract exposure: 36 months plus an activation fee per truck. Support level is a separate line item.
Hardware: IVG or XRS device, $220+. Proprietary; no PT-30 or IOSiX path.

Where it's strong: Decades of DOT audit experience baked into the compliance workflows.

Omnitracs pricing breakdown

EROAD

Best for: Fleets that need weight-mile tax filing in OR, NM, KY and NY.
Not for: Fleets outside those states — you pay for tax modules you'll never file.
Contract exposure: 36 months, hardware lease bundled into the monthly rate so the device never becomes yours.
Hardware: Ehubo2, leased not owned, ~$195 amortized. Hard lock-in; nothing carries over.

Where it's strong: The best automated weight-mile tax handling available.

EROAD login & switch guide

TT ELD

Best for: Budget-driven small fleets that only need HOS and DVIR.
Not for: Fleets that need responsive support — help beyond the basics is gated.
Contract exposure: 12 months typical. Cheaper than the big brands but still a term you can't exit.
Hardware: Runs on PT-30-class hardware — if you have one, ELD Hub re-registers it free.

Where it's strong: Cheap entry price and a simple driver app.

TT ELD vs ELD Hub

Factor ELD

Best for: Carriers who want factoring and ELD from the same vendor.
Not for: Fleets that want to shop factoring rates independently.
Contract exposure: 12 months plus a per-truck activation fee.
Hardware: PT-30 compatible. Your existing device moves to ELD Hub at no hardware cost.

Where it's strong: Bundling compliance and cash flow in one relationship.

Factor ELD vs ELD Hub

GPS Tab

Best for: Small fleets wanting tracking and ELD in one low-cost package.
Not for: Fleets that file IFTA quarterly — that's a paid add-on here.
Contract exposure: 12 months. IFTA reporting billed on top of the base rate.
Hardware: PT-30 and IOSiX compatible — the device carries straight over to ELD Hub.

Where it's strong: Solid live GPS tracking at a small-fleet price point.

GPS Tab vs ELD Hub

EzLogz

Best for: Single drivers and 2–3 truck operations.
Not for: Fleets that need a dispatcher view — the fleet dashboard is a paid tier.
Contract exposure: 12 months. Fleet dashboard priced separately from the driver license.
Hardware: PT-30 compatible; re-registers to ELD Hub free.

Where it's strong: Straightforward driver-side logging experience.

EzLogz vs ELD Hub

Rand McNally

Best for: Fleets standardized on Rand McNally navigation units.
Not for: Fleets buying ELD alone — you're paying navigation-brand hardware prices.
Contract exposure: 36 months. Refunds are device-only; the subscription is not refunded.
Hardware: ELD 50/HD100 units at $250. Proprietary.

Where it's strong: Trusted routing and truck-legal navigation heritage.

Rand McNally login & switch guide

BigRoad (Fleet Complete)

Best for: Fleets ready to move onto the wider Fleet Complete suite.
Not for: Carriers who want ELD only — the upsell path is the business model.
Contract exposure: 36 months post-acquisition. Terms tightened after the Fleet Complete rollup.
Hardware: DashLink device, ~$165. Not compatible with PT-30 or IOSiX.

Where it's strong: Long-standing, well-tested logbook app with a large driver base.

BigRoad vs ELD Hub

Trimble

Best for: Enterprise carriers running TMS, routing and ELD as one stack.
Not for: Anyone under 20 trucks — most Trimble contracts carry a 20-truck minimum.
Contract exposure: 36 months minimum, enterprise paperwork, implementation fees.
Hardware: $300 per truck for proprietary in-cab hardware.

Where it's strong: Deepest enterprise TMS integration of any provider here.

Trimble login & switch guide

Garmin eLog

Best for: A single driver who never needs a back-office view.
Not for: Any fleet — there is no dashboard, no IFTA and no multi-driver management.
Contract exposure: No contract because there is no subscription — and no support relationship either.
Hardware: $250 one-time device. Nothing transfers; it is a closed single-driver unit.

Where it's strong: No monthly fee at all; buy the device once and you're compliant as a solo driver.

Feature	ELD Hub	Typical big-brand ELD
Monthly price per truck	$15 flat	$25–$45
Contract length	Month-to-month	1–3 year contracts
Hardware cost	$150 PT-30 or IOSiX, or keep your own	$300–$800 financed
FMCSA registered	Yes	Usually
IFTA reports	Included	Add-on
DVIR	Included	Included
Fleet size focus	1–20 trucks	20+ trucks
Cancellation fee	$0	Varies

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