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Fleet Complete vs MAPS.ME

Fleet Complete logo

Fleet Complete

Fleet Management

Telematics and asset tracking sold mainly through mobile network operators

From
On request
Free plan
No
Full reviewWebsite
MAPS.ME logo

MAPS.ME

Maps

Free, offline maps application based on OpenStreetMap data

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only MAPS.ME has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Fleet Complete because most contracts are sold through a carrier, the commercial relationship, the service levels and the renewal date belong to the carrier, so a pricing dispute or a support escalation goes through a reseller who did not build the software.; MAPS.ME mobile-only - no web or desktop navigation client
  • They diverge on capability: Fleet Complete covers Vehicle tracking, MAPS.ME covers Core Functionality.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fleet Complete and MAPS.ME actually diverge.

Attributes where Fleet Complete and MAPS.ME differ
AttributeFleet CompleteMAPS.ME
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelquoteUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidiOS, Android
CategoryFleet ManagementMaps
FoundedUnknown2011

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 Fleet Complete

  • Vehicle tracking
  • Hours of service
  • Asset trackers
  • Field dispatch
  • Dashcams
  • Maintenance reminders

Only in MAPS.ME

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

What people use each for

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

Fleet Complete

  • A mid-size fleet already under a national carrier contract that wants tracking added to an existing telecoms agreement rather than a new vendor relationshipnot MAPS.ME
  • Mixed fleets that need to track unpowered assets such as trailers and generators alongside vehicles in one consolenot MAPS.ME
  • Canadian operators wanting a domestic vendor with local support and Telus channel billingnot MAPS.ME
  • Service businesses that want basic dispatch and vehicle tracking without buying a separate field service platformnot MAPS.ME

MAPS.ME

  • Downloading offline maps for travel without connectivitynot Fleet Complete
  • Turn-by-turn driving, walking, and cycling navigation without datanot Fleet Complete
  • Finding points of interest and hiking trailsnot Fleet Complete
  • Following built-in travel guidesnot Fleet Complete
  • Hotel booking via Booking.com integrationnot Fleet Complete

Where each one falls short

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

Fleet Complete

  • Because most contracts are sold through a carrier, the commercial relationship, the service levels and the renewal date belong to the carrier, so a pricing dispute or a support escalation goes through a reseller who did not build the software.
  • Hardware is bundled into the subscription over a multi-year term, so a fleet that shrinks mid-contract keeps paying for units that are sitting in a store cupboard unless it negotiated a downsizing clause up front.
  • The product line was assembled by acquisition, so hours of service, European tracking and the core platform originated as separate products, leaving overlapping apps, duplicate logins and features that exist in one region but not another.
  • The third-party integration ecosystem is far smaller than the marketplaces run by Geotab or Samsara, so bespoke connections to a maintenance or payroll system usually mean building against the API yourself.
  • The web console and reporting look and behave like software designed a decade ago, and administrators who have used a newer platform will find the reporting builder slow and the exports rigid.

MAPS.ME

  • Mobile-only - no web or desktop navigation client
  • Free tier limits offline map downloads and shows monetization prompts
  • No native Windows, macOS, or Linux app
  • Map data comes from the OpenStreetMap community rather than a commercial map provider

Pricing, plan by plan

Fleet Complete

On request
  • Fleet Complete$undefined/year
    • Per vehicle subscription, hardware included
    • Term length usually tied to the reselling carrier agreement
    • Asset trackers priced separately from vehicle units

MAPS.ME

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the MAPS.ME review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Fleet Complete if

  • You need vehicle tracking.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want hours of service.
Fleet Complete review

Choose MAPS.ME if

  • You need core functionality.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want user interface.
MAPS.ME review

Questions people ask

Is Fleet Complete or MAPS.ME better?
Neither clearly leads. Fleet Complete starts at On request and MAPS.ME at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fleet Complete or MAPS.ME?
MAPS.ME has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Fleet Complete and Free for MAPS.ME.
Does Fleet Complete or MAPS.ME run on more platforms?
Fleet Complete runs on Web, iOS, Android. MAPS.ME runs on iOS, Android.
Can I use MAPS.ME for free?
Yes. MAPS.ME has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Fleet Complete starts at On request.
What is Fleet Complete best used for?
Fleet Complete is most often used for a mid-size fleet already under a national carrier contract that wants tracking added to an existing telecoms agreement rather than a new vendor relationship, mixed fleets that need to track unpowered assets such as trailers and generators alongside vehicles in one console, canadian operators wanting a domestic vendor with local support and telus channel billing, service businesses that want basic dispatch and vehicle tracking without buying a separate field service platform. Of those, a mid-size fleet already under a national carrier contract that wants tracking added to an existing telecoms agreement rather than a new vendor relationship and mixed fleets that need to track unpowered assets such as trailers and generators alongside vehicles in one console are not what MAPS.ME is typically brought in for.
What can Fleet Complete do that MAPS.ME cannot?
Fleet Complete covers Vehicle tracking, Hours of service, Asset trackers, Field dispatch. MAPS.ME covers Core Functionality, User Interface.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Fleet Complete: Do I buy Fleet Complete directly or through my mobile operator?

Both are possible, but the majority of North American customers buy through AT&T or Telus. Check which entity the contract is with, because it determines your support path, your billing cycle and your renewal date.

MAPS.ME: Is MAPS.ME free to download and use?

MAPS.ME is available as a free download for both iOS via App Store and Android via Google Play. No pricing information is published on the MAPS.ME website, suggesting a free service model.

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Fleet Complete: What happens to the hardware if I cancel?

Devices supplied as part of a subsidised subscription are normally recovered or charged for on early termination. Ask for the exact clause before signing, because it is where the real cost of leaving sits.

MAPS.ME: What features are included in MAPS.ME?

MAPS.ME is marketed as 'not just an app but a friend in all your adventures.' Full feature details require downloading the app from App Store or Google Play. Specific limitations or premium features are not disclosed on the website.

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Fleet Complete: Is it a fit for a fleet of five vans?

It will work, but small fleets get a better deal from vendors that publish pricing and sell month to month. Fleet Complete pricing improves with volume and a carrier relationship.

MAPS.ME: How does MAPS.ME make money if the app is free?

MAPS.ME does not publish pricing or monetization details on its website. The app is available free on both iOS and Android platforms, but the business model for generating revenue is not disclosed publicly.

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