Software · head to head
FleetMon vs ChartCo
The short version
- Only FleetMon has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: FleetMon service discontinued in January 2024 and fully phased out with transition to MarineTraffic; ChartCo requires specialized maritime knowledge to fully utilize features
- They diverge on capability: FleetMon covers Global vessel tracking, ChartCo covers Chart management.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which FleetMon and ChartCo actually diverge.
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 FleetMon
- Global vessel tracking
- Fleet management
- Port statistics
- Voyage tracking
- REST API
- Webhooks
- Data exports
- Ios support
Only in ChartCo
- Chart management
- Publication updates
- Compliance tracking
- Fleet administration
- ECDIS
- Fleet management systems
- Procurement
- Windows support
Both cover
- Web support
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
FleetMon
- Service discontinued in January 2024 and fully phased out with transition to MarineTraffic
- Free tier coverage was limited compared to premium plans requiring subscription fees
- Data gaps in regions with poor terrestrial AIS infrastructure before satellite coverage was added
ChartCo
- Requires specialized maritime knowledge to fully utilize features
- High cost for maritime-specific software
Pricing, plan by plan
FleetMon
Free- Professional$19/month
- Unlimited fleet tracking
- API access
- Historical data
ChartCo
$300/month- OneOcean$600/month
- Chart management
- Publications
- Compliance tracking
Which should you pick?
Choose FleetMon if
- You need global vessel tracking.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want fleet management.
Choose ChartCo if
- You need chart management.
- You work on Web, Desktop.
- You also want publication updates.
Questions people ask
- Is FleetMon or ChartCo better?
- Neither clearly leads. FleetMon starts at Free and ChartCo at $300/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, FleetMon or ChartCo?
- FleetMon has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for FleetMon and $300/month for ChartCo.
- Does FleetMon or ChartCo run on more platforms?
- FleetMon runs on Web, Ios, Android. ChartCo runs on Web, Desktop.
- Can I use FleetMon for free?
- Yes. FleetMon has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. ChartCo starts at $300/month.
- What can FleetMon do that ChartCo cannot?
- FleetMon covers Global vessel tracking, Fleet management, Port statistics, Voyage tracking. ChartCo covers Chart management, Publication updates, Compliance tracking, Fleet administration. Both handle Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
FleetMon: Does FleetMon work globally?
FleetMon had access to positions from both terrestrial AIS receiver stations and satellite AIS through partnership with exactEarth, providing undelayed signals from its network combined with global space-based tracking.
SourceChartCo: What does ChartCo OneOcean provide?
ChartCo OneOcean is an integrated maritime software platform that combines electronic navigational charts, publications, weather data, and compliance tools for voyage planning and maritime safety.
FleetMon: What happened to FleetMon after 2024?
FleetMon was phased out from January 2024 as part of its integration into MarineTraffic following Kpler's acquisition of both platforms in March 2023. The FleetMon brand no longer accepts new registrations or offers new services.
SourceChartCo: How many vessels use ChartCo PassageManager?
ChartCo's PassageManager software is used by approximately 6,500 vessels worldwide for passage planning and navigational chart management.
FleetMon: Could you track individual vessels in real-time with FleetMon?
Yes, FleetMon Explorer provided live AIS vessel tracking with filtering by vessel class, flag, length, speed, navigational status and signal age, enabling real-time monitoring of individual ships from a global overview to single vessel level.
SourceChartCo: Does ChartCo help with environmental compliance?
Yes, ChartCo OneOcean includes EnviroManager for compliance with MARPOL and regional environmental regulations, helping crews manage waste and minimize discharge risks.
FleetMon: What was the starting price for FleetMon Explorer?
FleetMon Explorer pricing started at €54 per month, with subscription plans offering varying levels of access including free basic plans and paid tiers with additional features like historical tracking up to three years back.
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