The Best ELD for Owner-Operators
You run one truck. You shouldn't pay fleet prices, sign 3-year contracts, or wait 2 weeks for install. ELD Hub is $15/month flat, FMCSA-registered, and plugs in in 5 minutes.
Owner-Operator ELD Comparison
What one-truck operations actually pay in 2026.
| Provider | Monthly (1 truck) | Contract | Hardware fee | Year 1 total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELD Hub | $15 | None | $0 (re-use PT-30) | $180 |
| Motive | $35 | 36 mo | $150+ | $570 |
| Samsara | $45 | 36 mo | $200+ | $740 |
| EZ Logz | $25 | 12 mo | $99 | $399 |
| TT ELD | $20 | Month-to-month | $149 | $389 |
Prices are per-truck monthly averages from public 2026 quotes. Actual pricing may vary.
Why Owner-Operators Pick ELD Hub
Flat $15/month
The same $15 whether it's your first month or your 100th. No 'promotional pricing' games.
No contract, ever
Cancel any time. If we don't earn your business every month, we don't deserve it.
Own your hardware
PT-30 and IOSiX device you already have? Bring it. We re-register it for free.
IFTA included
Auto-calculated fuel tax by state. No spreadsheets, no CPA bill.
Real support
Phone, email, chat. Answered by dispatchers, not chatbots. 302-404-1177.
One login, everything
Factoring, fuel discounts, insurance, load board — small-carrier bundle in one app.
Owner-Operator ELD Exemptions
Before you buy, check if the FMCSA mandate even applies to you.
Owner-Operator ELD FAQ
Do owner-operators need an ELD?+
Yes. If you drive a commercial motor vehicle over 10,001 lbs across state lines and keep RODS (records of duty status), the FMCSA ELD mandate applies — even if you're a one-truck operation. The short-haul and pre-2000 engine exemptions are narrow; most owner-operators do not qualify.
What's the cheapest ELD for owner-operators?+
ELD Hub is $15/truck/month flat, no contract, no hardware financing. That's the lowest FMCSA-registered price point built specifically for 1-truck operations. Most competitors quote $25–$45/month plus a 36-month agreement.
Can I install the ELD myself?+
Yes. PT-30 and IOSiX devices plug into your truck's diagnostic port in under 5 minutes. No mechanic, no wiring, no downtime. If you already own a PT-30 from a previous provider, we re-register it to ELD Hub for free.
Do I need a contract?+
Never. Month-to-month always. Cancel anytime if we don't earn your $15.
Does ELD Hub include IFTA and DVIR?+
Yes — IFTA fuel tax reporting, driver DVIR, HOS logs, DOT inspection mode, and unlimited driver seats are all included at $15/truck/month.
What if I get a roadside inspection?+
Tap 'DOT Inspection' in the app, hand your phone to the officer, done. Logs transfer by web, email, or Bluetooth per FMCSA §395.24.
Start today. $15. No contract.
Register in 3 minutes. Ship time from order to compliant: same day if you own a PT-30 or IOSiX device.
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