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Azuga vs CargoSmart

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Azuga

Fleet Management

GPS fleet tracking with driver behaviour scoring

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
CargoSmart logo

CargoSmart

Maritime

Global shipment visibility and intelligence

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only CargoSmart has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Azuga driver monitoring is contentious regardless of framing, and rewards do not remove that; CargoSmart no pricing published on website
  • They diverge on capability: Azuga covers GPS tracking, CargoSmart covers Real-time tracking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Azuga and CargoSmart actually diverge.

Attributes where Azuga and CargoSmart differ
AttributeAzugaCargoSmart
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelPer-vehicle monthly subscription; published on the vendor sitesubscription
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, CloudWeb, Ios, Android, Api
CategoryFleet ManagementMaritime
FoundedUnknown2000

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Azuga

  • GPS tracking
  • Driver scorecards
  • Dashcams
  • Maintenance reminders

Only in CargoSmart

  • Real-time tracking
  • ETA predictions
  • Exception management
  • Carbon tracking
  • SAP TM
  • Oracle
  • Shipping lines
  • TMS

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Azuga

  • Fleets wanting driver safety data drivers will actually engage withnot CargoSmart
  • Service businesses proving arrival times to customersnot CargoSmart
  • Reducing fuel and maintenance costs through driving behaviournot CargoSmart

CargoSmart

  • Logistics and cargo managementnot Azuga
  • Shipping and supply chain coordinationnot Azuga
  • Freight forwarding servicesnot Azuga

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Azuga

  • Driver monitoring is contentious regardless of framing, and rewards do not remove that
  • Hardware installation per vehicle is real upfront cost and effort
  • Contracts are typically multi-year, which limits switching
  • A smaller ecosystem than Samsara or Geotab, with fewer third-party integrations

CargoSmart

  • No pricing published on website
  • Pricing model not disclosed
  • Requires direct contact with sales
  • No free trial or freemium tier mentioned

Pricing, plan by plan

Azuga

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Azuga review.

CargoSmart

Free
  • Professional$299/month
    • Unlimited tracking
    • ETA predictions
    • Analytics

Which should you pick?

Choose Azuga if

  • You need gps tracking.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud.
  • You also want driver scorecards.
Azuga review

Choose CargoSmart if

  • You need real-time tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
  • You also want eta predictions.
CargoSmart review

Questions people ask

Is Azuga or CargoSmart better?
Neither clearly leads. Azuga starts at On request and CargoSmart at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Azuga or CargoSmart?
CargoSmart has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Azuga and Free for CargoSmart.
Does Azuga or CargoSmart run on more platforms?
Azuga runs on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud. CargoSmart runs on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
Can I use CargoSmart for free?
Yes. CargoSmart has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Azuga starts at On request.
What is Azuga best used for?
Azuga is most often used for fleets wanting driver safety data drivers will actually engage with, service businesses proving arrival times to customers, reducing fuel and maintenance costs through driving behaviour. Of those, fleets wanting driver safety data drivers will actually engage with and service businesses proving arrival times to customers are not what CargoSmart is typically brought in for.
What can Azuga do that CargoSmart cannot?
Azuga covers GPS tracking, Driver scorecards, Dashcams, Maintenance reminders. CargoSmart covers Real-time tracking, ETA predictions, Exception management, Carbon tracking.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Azuga: What does Azuga cost?

It publishes per-vehicle monthly pricing, normally on a multi-year contract with hardware.

CargoSmart: How much does CargoSmart cost?

CargoSmart does not publish pricing on its website. Pricing is customized based on specific requirements and must be obtained by contacting their sales team directly.

Source
Azuga: How is it different from other fleet trackers?

It leans on driver scorecards and rewards rather than pure oversight, though how that feels depends on how the company uses the data.

CargoSmart: Does CargoSmart offer a free trial?

CargoSmart's website does not mention a free trial or freemium tier. Pricing and trial availability must be discussed with their sales team.

Source
Azuga: Does it handle ELD compliance?

Yes, it supports electronic logging for hours-of-service requirements.

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