Top 9 Best ELD Apps for iPhone and Android (2026)

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Rules, prices and device details on this page were checked October 2026 against the official sources listed at the bottom. Where a provider doesn't publish a number, we say so instead of guessing.

Ask drivers what they think of their ELD and they'll talk about the app, not the box under the dash. The app is where you change status, check your clocks, do your inspections and hand over logs at roadside. A clunky one costs you time every day. Here are nine ELD apps worth considering, with prices and details checked on each provider's site in October 2026.

What Makes a Good ELD App

Before the list, here's what we looked for. You can use the same checklist on any app you're considering.

Clear clocks. Your drive time, 14 hour window, break and cycle should be visible at a glance.
Easy status changes. Two taps, not five. Automatic driving detection is a must.
Simple roadside transfer. The app should make it easy to send logs to an officer by web service or email, or show them on screen.
Built in DVIR. Pre and post trip inspections in the same app save time.
Works offline. Coverage drops happen. The app should keep logging and sync later.
Exemptions and special statuses. Personal conveyance, yard moves, short haul and adverse conditions should be supported if your carrier allows them.
Works on your phone. Check the supported iOS and Android versions before you buy.

Comparison Table

App	Runs on	Published price	Hardware
Motive	Phone or tablet (check the provider's device list)	Quote only	Motive vehicle gateway
Samsara	Phone or tablet (check the provider's device list)	Quote only	Samsara vehicle gateway
Geotab Drive	iOS, Android	Through resellers	Geotab GO device
HOS247	iOS, Android	$19, $22 or $25 per vehicle per month	Free with annual pay, otherwise $79
Matrack	Phone or tablet (check the provider's device list)	$19.95 or $24.95 per truck per month	Free with annual plans
BIT ELD	Phone or tablet (check the provider's device list)	$40 a month or $400 a year	Included
Garmin eLog	iOS, Android	No subscription	$249.99 one time
Verizon Connect	Phone or tablet (check the provider's device list)	Quote only	Verizon Connect device
LytxOne	Phone or tablet (check the provider's device list)	Quote only	Lytx device

The 9 Best ELD Apps

1. Motive Driver app

Motive's driver app is one of the most widely used in trucking, and it shows. Logs, inspections, documents and messages sit in one place, and it connects to Motive's AI cameras if your fleet has them. The downside isn't the app. It's the contract. Pricing is quote only, and Motive's terms of service have 12 month renewals unless you give 30 days' notice. Read our Motive review for details.

2. Samsara Driver app

Samsara's app covers logs, inspections, documents, messaging and routing in one place, and it ties into Samsara's cameras and fleet tools. It's built for fleets that want everything on one platform. Like Motive, it's quote only, and Samsara's small business FAQ says fleets with fewer than 11 vehicles pay for 3 years up front.

3. Geotab Drive

Geotab Drive is the driver app for Geotab's Cloud ELD. It runs on iOS and Android with a Geotab GO device in the truck. Geotab's marketplace page says it supports off the shelf phones and tablets for BYOD, as long as the device has a data plan and location services. It covers HOS, inspections, driver ID and messaging, and fleets can add more through add-ins. Pricing goes through Geotab's resellers.

4. HOS247

HOS247 is one of the few providers with clear, published pricing: $19, $22 or $25 per vehicle per month, depending on whether you want tracking and IFTA. The logging device is free if you pay for a year, or $79 if you pay monthly, and there are no contracts. The app works on Android and iOS phones and tablets with LTE or 5G. See our HOS247 review.

5. Matrack ELD

Matrack's plans are $19.95 or $24.95 per truck per month, with free hardware on annual plans and no long term contract. It's a good fit for small fleets that want a low monthly bill and don't need a big safety platform.

6. BIT ELD

Blue Ink Technology prices BIT ELD at $40 a month or $400 a year with no contract. It's higher per month than some rivals, but the annual price is easy to budget and there's no long contract to get stuck in.

7. Garmin eLog

Garmin eLog is the odd one out: no subscription at all. You buy the adapter for $249.99 and use the free Garmin eLog app on your phone. Logs are stored on your phone and can be sent at roadside by USB or web services over Bluetooth. It's simple and cheap over time, but there's no fleet portal or GPS tracking. Our Garmin eLog review goes deeper.

8. Verizon Connect

Verizon Connect's ELD runs in its driver app alongside its fleet tracking platform. It's a fit if you already use Verizon Connect for GPS and want logs in the same system. Pricing is by quote.

9. LytxOne

Lytx is known for video safety, and LytxOne combines its cameras and telematics with an ELD. Lytx lets fleets add the ELD month by month. It's worth a look if your main goal is a camera program and you want logs in the same place.

BYOD Rules and Compatible Devices

Most of these apps let drivers use their own phone or tablet, which is called BYOD. That's allowed, but the rules still apply. Under 49 CFR 395.22(g), a portable ELD has to be mounted in a fixed position while the truck is moving and be visible from the normal seated driving position. A phone sliding around on the dash doesn't cut it. Get a solid mount.

Before you commit, check:

The minimum iOS and Android versions the app supports
Whether the app needs Bluetooth, location services and a data plan running at all times
Battery use, since logging apps run all day. Keep the phone powered in the mount.
Whether you can use the phone for other things while logged in

Our BYOD ELD guide covers mounting, power and the pros and cons in detail.

How to Switch ELD Apps Without Trouble

Changing apps mid season is common, and it's mostly painless if you plan it. Here's a simple order of operations.

Pick a switch date. Start the new app at the beginning of a new duty period, ideally after a reset, so you're not splitting a day across two systems.
Export your old records first. You have to keep RODS and supporting documents for 6 months under 395.8(k). Download or request your logs from the old provider before you cancel, because access often ends when the account does.
Install and test the new hardware. Plug it in, pair it, and do a short test drive in the yard so you know automatic driving status works.
Practice a roadside transfer. Send a test transfer the way an officer would ask for it, so you're not learning at a weigh station.
Update the in cab packet. Swap in the new user manual, transfer instructions and malfunction instructions, and keep at least 8 days of blank paper logs.
Cancel the old plan in writing. Check the notice period and return any leased hardware so you don't get billed for it.

For fleets, roll the new app out to a couple of trucks first. Let those drivers find the rough edges before everyone else switches.

One more tip: keep the old hardware unplugged but in the truck for a week. If the new system has a setup problem, you'll want to compare notes with the old provider before you send anything back. And tell your drivers exactly which app to open on day one, so nobody logs into the wrong one by habit. Then delete the old app from their phones once the switch is done.

App Store Ratings Compared

App store ratings are a useful gut check, but read them carefully. They change daily, and ELD apps get a lot of reviews from drivers frustrated by rules rather than the app. As an example, Garmin eLog's Google Play listing showed 4.4 stars from about 880 reviews when we checked in October 2026. We haven't listed figures for the others because they move too fast to stay accurate.

Here's how to read them yourself:

Sort by most recent. An app that was buggy two years ago may be fine now, and the reverse.
Look for patterns. One complaint about logins is noise. Fifty is a problem.
Check whether the developer replies to reviews. It tells you about support.
Read complaints about roadside transfer and automatic status changes. Those are the ones that cost you at inspections.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my own phone as an ELD?

Yes, with a registered ELD app and its required hardware. Under 49 CFR 395.22(g), the phone must be mounted in a fixed position while driving and visible from the normal seated position.

What is the cheapest ELD app?

Among published prices we checked in October 2026, HOS247 starts at $19 per vehicle per month and Matrack at $19.95. Garmin eLog has no monthly fee after the $249.99 adapter.

Do ELD apps work without cell service?

Most keep recording and sync when coverage returns. Check with the provider, since roadside transfer by web service needs a connection.

Do I need a tablet or is a phone enough?

A phone works for most apps. Some drivers prefer a tablet for the bigger screen, especially for inspections and documents.

Sources

All prices, terms and registration details were checked October 2026 on the pages below. Providers change pricing often, so confirm before you buy.