The 9 Best Fleet GPS Tracking Systems

While Verizon is one of the pricier systems on the market (scoring a 2.5/5 for its cost), its tracking offering is the absolute best that we've encountered during our research, scoring a 5.0/5. It offers everything you'd want – various alerts (for things like idling, speeding, harsh driving, and more), traffic alerts, and automatic route optimization.

It also has some great features, like integration with Garmin satnavs, robust Verizon phone apps, and asset tracking, scoring it a 4.9/5 for features. The only reason it's not a 5.0/5 is due to the fact that the panic button is a bit trickier to implement.

When it comes to vehicle tracking, Samsara is a very close second to Verizon Connect, scoring a 4.9/5. The only reason for this 0.1 point distinction is that Samsara has a 30 second to 1 minute refresh rate, while Verizon promises a 30 second refresh rate. Otherwise, Samsara offers a great set of features, like Geofencing, traffic alerts, and route optimization.

Samsara falls a bit short when looking at its offering of other features, scoring a still respectable 4.0/5. It's lacking satnav integration and a hardwired option, both of which are quite handy when considering GPS offerings. And, like Verizon, it scores a 2.5/5 for pricing.

Teletrac Navman is one of the oldest names in vehicle tracking, being founded in 1988. They've used their experience to grow a wealth of useful features and tracking capabilities, scoring them a next-to-perfect score of 4.9 in the tracking department. Teletrac Navman's application allows users to set specific routes, rather than just a destination. If a vehicle deviates off this route, Teletrac Navman gets back to the defined route, not the quickest route to the destination. This is particularly important when managing vehicles carrying sensitive material or abnormal loads.

There are other features worthy of mention as well. Job dispatch and routing allows for full day run sheets to be sent to drivers, and tracks schedule progress. It also has proof of delivery (verified by a signature and photo), and offers automatic customer alerts for when the driver is nearby.

Teletrac Navman also offers robust document management. Users can store, send, and share all documents in a simple application, which allows for easy access by the driver and cuts down on paper. The data on the app is updated in real-time, and their digital checklist app can be used for vehicle inspections.

However, unlike its competitors Samsara and Verizon, Teletrac Navman doesn't offer engine or cargo temperature, which is essential for fleets carrying cargo that could be adversely affected by temperature.

Azuga ties for second with Samsara when it comes to tracking, also scoring a 4.9/5, with its only downfall being that the alerts aren't as robust as other platforms'. One of its most unique features is the ability to customize refresh time from anywhere between 30 seconds and 59 minutes, letting your drivers go with as much or as little oversight as they need.

Looking at price, Azuga scores 2.5/5, which isn't amazing, especially when its other product features aren't as robust as Verizon or Samsara's. It's missing a hardwired option, satnav integration, and the panic button is within the mobile app.

Spireon is a solid product across the board, with its only shortcomings being its price (2.5/5) and help and support options (2.4/5). Otherwise, Spireon offers a great array of tracking features, scoring a 4.8/5.

Spireon's best feature comes in the form of its refresh rate. While most vehicle tracking software will take 30-60 seconds to refresh your vehicles' locations on your map, Spireon has options for 60, 30, and 15 second refresh rates. That is the fastest rate we found, and perfect for businesses who need a lot of oversight on their fleets.

RAM is the cheapest platform on this list, scoring 4.6/5 in price. This doesn't compromise its GPS tracking prowess, however, as it still scores a hearty 4.6/5 in tracking, with the only fault being the lack of automatic route optimization, which is admittedly a bit of a blow.

However, a 4.5 in product features is also quite solid, which can be attributed to its hardwire option, asset tracker, and smart phone app. The only missing pieces are a panic button and integration with satnav devices.

With short 12-month contracts, three affordable price plans, and a user-friendly interface, Quartix is an excellent solution for fleets that are looking for simplicity. That said, what we're most impressed by is the software's unique CO2 emissions reporting, which comes as part of its fuel management feature. In this age of climate change, fleet businesses can't be too careful about the volume of CO2 emissions they release – making Quartix's reporting an ideal tool to have on your side. We're also fans of the system's trip reporter function, which provides insight into where each driver has been throughout the day, to help prevent fraudulent insurance claims.

One of the considerations you'll have to make when choosing a GPS fleet tracking solution is contract length. Tying yourself in for a lengthy period can be risky, particularly if your business is still young. Enter GPS Trackit! This software provider is different in that it doesn't operate with contracts — instead, you'll have the flexibility of paying on a month-to-month basis, so you can use the system only for as long as it suits you. Add to this GPS Trackit's stellar vehicle theft prevention measures (including remote main power disconnect, theft detection, PTO alerts, and starter disable), plus the unlimited live training it offers to help you learn your way around the system, and you've got a solution that puts your peace of mind first.

Linxup isn’t as well known as some of the heavy-hitting trackers on this list, but it champions the cause of small businesses – and in terms of features, it punches well above its weight. It doesn't score particularly well in any field, but doesn't outright fail anywhere either, except in its customer support, where it scores a 2.0/5.

In vehicle and driver management, Linxup scores a 4.5/5 and 4.3/5 respectively. Its mobile app simplifies driver dispatching and messaging, while its clean, stripped-back dashboard takes the hassle out of the analytics. And if you missed something out on the road? Don’t stress – its historical playback feature lets you replay routes at leisure, from whichever device, wherever you are in the world.