Best Motive Alternative for Small Fleets
Same fleet visibility. A fraction of the price. No 3-year contract.
Motive (formerly KeepTruckin) is built for enterprise fleets — with enterprise pricing and multi-year contracts. ELD Hub gives 1–20 truck operations the same HOS, DVIR, IFTA, and GPS features for $15/truck/month, month-to-month.
Side-by-side comparison
Real numbers, not marketing copy. Prices confirmed from public sources at time of publishing.
| Feature | ELD Hub | Motive |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $15/truck/month, no contract | Custom quote (typically $30–50/truck/mo, 3-year contract) |
| Contract length | Month-to-month, cancel anytime | 1–3 year contract required |
| Hardware cost | Free with subscription | Hardware fees or amortized in contract |
| FMCSA-registered ELD | Yes — PT-30 and IOSiX | Yes |
| Setup time | Under 10 min per truck, self-serve | Sales rep + onboarding call required |
| Support | Direct phone: 302-404-1177 | Ticket-based, tiered by contract |
| Best fit | 1–20 truck fleets, owner-operators | 50+ truck enterprise fleets |
| IFTA fuel tax reporting | Included | Included on higher tiers |
| Cancellation fee | $0 | Early termination fees per unit |
Why fleets switch from Motive to ELD Hub
Half the price, no lock-in
Small fleets rarely need enterprise features. Stop paying enterprise prices for a 5-truck operation.
Same-day switch
Cancel Motive on your renewal date, plug in an ELD Hub PT-30, and drive. No migration project.
Real people answer the phone
302-404-1177 goes to a person in Delaware — not a tiered support portal that routes you overseas.
How to switch (takes about 30 minutes)
- 1
Cancel your existing plan
Most Motive contracts are month-to-month or have a 30-day notice window. Check your contract before starting.
- 2
Order ELD Hub hardware
Free 2-day shipping on PT-30 or IOSiX devices. No setup fees.
- 3
Plug in and pair
Driver plugs the device into the OBD-II port, opens the ELD Hub app, and pairs over Bluetooth. Under 10 minutes per truck.
- 4
Log in and drive
Your fleet dashboard, HOS, DVIRs, and IFTA reporting go live the same day.
Frequently asked questions
Is ELD Hub FMCSA-registered like Motive?
Yes. ELD Hub is on the official FMCSA ELD list. Both the PT-30 and IOSiX hardware options pass DOT roadside inspections in every state.
How much does Motive cost vs ELD Hub for a 5-truck fleet?
Motive is quote-based, but public estimates put small fleets at $30–50 per truck per month on a 1–3 year contract. ELD Hub is a flat $15/truck/mo with no contract. On 5 trucks, that's $75/mo vs $150–250/mo — around $900–2,000 in annual savings.
Can I keep my Motive hardware and switch to ELD Hub software?
No. Motive hardware only works with Motive's platform. Switching means installing an ELD Hub device (free with subscription). It plugs into the OBD-II port in under 5 minutes.
What features does Motive have that ELD Hub doesn't?
Motive's AI dashcam add-on and enterprise fleet-analytics dashboards are more mature. If you run 100+ trucks and need AI collision detection or advanced telematics, Motive may fit better. For 1–20 truck fleets running HOS, DVIRs, and IFTA, ELD Hub covers everything you need.
Do I get charged an early termination fee to leave Motive?
Read your Motive contract — most include per-unit termination fees. ELD Hub can't cover those, but we can help you time the switch to your renewal date to avoid them.
How long does it take to switch from Motive to ELD Hub?
Under 30 minutes per truck. Order hardware, wait 2 days for delivery, plug in, pair over Bluetooth, log in. Your fleet dashboard is live the same afternoon.