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Samsara

by Samsara Inc.

Last updated Mar 29, 2026 · 1 revision

AI dash cameras, telematics, and modern interface for mixed fleets with comprehensive safety and maintenance tracking.

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About This Product

Widely adopted fleet tracking platform with 3-year minimum contracts. Per-vehicle subscription ($27-$33/month) plus hardware ($99-$148 upfront). Used by large service fleets and construction contractors for real-time tracking, route optimization, driver behavior monitoring, and ELD compliance. Strong integration ecosystem.

Capabilities

How this product is delivered and what's included out of the box.

Mobile app
Available
Free trial
Yes
Free tier
No
Public API
Yes
Deployment
Cloud

FSH Score Breakdown

Ease of Use
5.0
Features
6.2
Support
5.0
Value
5.5
Integrations
8.0
AI Capabilities
1.5

Customer Reviews

Features

55 features confirmed across 13categories· Showing confirmed capabilities only

Fleet & GPS Management15features

GPS TrackingRoute trackingGeofencingGeofencingElectronic Logging Device IntegrationELD complianceIntegrated Address Mapping With DirectionsNavigationMileage TrackingFuel managementDriver Self-Review of EventsEvent Acknowledgment TrackingDriver Vehicle Inspection ReportDigital DVIRs
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GIS RoutingRoute optimizationDriver CoachingDriver coachingCommercial NavigationDriver Reports and InsightsFuel Management and TrackingTamper-Proof Hardwired CamerasTrailer Tracking

Platform & Customization7features

Back Office Data SyncData synchronizationCustom API AccessCustom integrationsThird-Party IntegrationApp MarketplaceMulti-Company ManagementSite visibilityData ConnectorsDeveloper PortalHelp Center

Scheduling & Dispatch5features

DispatchingRouting & DispatchDaily Field ManagementSafety & CoachingLogistics ManagementAuto Assign JobsDriver AssignmentEmergency Response ManagementSOS emergency calling

Equipment & Asset Management5features

Equipment TrackingAsset trackingAsset ManagementMaintenanceRemote MonitoringReal-time monitoringDealer Remote AccessLive Monitoring

Compliance & Safety5features

Audits And ComplianceComplianceSafety Rating TrackingDriver safety monitoringDecarbonization TrackingSustainabilityIncident ReportingRisk ManagementSafety & Risk

Reporting & Analytics4features

AnalyticsAI insightsReportingReports and AlertsReal-Time Spend Reports and AlertsROI Calculator

Customer Communication3features

SMS MessagingDirect messaging to managers or dispatchCustomer SupportSupport CenterCommunity ForumCommunity Programs

Technician Management3features

Training CoursesEducation & TrainingChecklists and WorkflowsHR and Payroll

AI & Automation3features

Automation RulesWorkflow automationAI SupportAI insightsAI Cameras

Training & Education2features

Auto Assign Learning PathsSales & Customer RelationsCustomer Services

Inventory Management1feature

Supply Chain ManagementSupply Chain Visibility

CRM & Sales1feature

Channel Partner Management

Accounting Integration1feature

Automated PayrollHR & Payroll

Integrations 18 across 7 categories

GPS & Fleet 6
Fleetio Native
GPS Insight Native
Nextraq Native
Route4Me Native
Samsara
Teletrac Navman Native
Data & Automation 4
Make Zapier
Workato Zapier
Zapier Zapier
n8n Zapier
Accounting 2
QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Online

Wave
Field Service 2
HCSS Native
Trimble Native
Productivity 2
Impira
Smartsheet
Payment Processing 1
WEX Native
Communication 1
Gmail

Gmail

Pricing

Model
Subscription
Starting at
$27/mo
Notes
$27-$50/vehicle/month subscription + $99-$148/vehicle one-time hardware cost. 3-year minimum contract. Volume and multi-year discounts available. Includes hardware, cloud software, firmware updates, cellular data, and support. Quote-based — no published tiers.

Related Products 3 across 1 category

Alternatives & Competitors

Geotab Evidence-backed Good
Geotab Good match
Why these are related — sources 3
  • geotab.com

    “Download ABI Research’s independent telematics vendor comparison report. Compare Geotab to Samsara, Motive, and other platforms.”

  • linxup.com

    “Geotab is a well-known name among Samsara competitors, especially for fleets that like to tailor their tools.”

  • samsara.com

    “Unlike Geotab, which heavily uses third-party resellers for support, Samsara’s primarily in-house model prioritizes your experience, with a rapid feedback loop between our support and product teams.”

Motive Evidence-backed Fair
Motive Technologies (formerly KeepTruckin) Good match
Why these are related — sources 3
  • spytec.com

    “Motive and Samsara are the titans of the trucking world.”

  • linxup.com

    “Motive, formerly KeepTruckin, offers vehicle monitoring, driver safety tools, and compliance features in one platform. It’s often mentioned when people look for alternatives to Samsara, especially in industries with strict regulations.”

  • onswitchboard.com

    “We'll work through a data-driven comparison of Samsara, Motive and Switchboard, exploring their features, functionalities, and strengths.”

Verizon Connect Evidence-backed Good
Verizon Communications Inc. Partial match
Why these are related — sources 1
  • linxup.com

    “Verizon Connect is one of the bigger names among companies like Samsara.”