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Geotab vs Waze

Geotab logo

Geotab

Fleet Management

Unlock fleet potential with data

From
$25/month
Free plan
No
Full reviewWebsite
Waze logo

Waze

Maps

Community-driven GPS navigation app that uses real-time traffic data from its users

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Waze has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Geotab specific pricing amounts not published online; contact sales required; Waze no offline maps capability, requiring constant internet connectivity
  • They diverge on capability: Geotab covers Real-time GPS tracking, Waze covers Core Functionality.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Geotab and Waze actually diverge.

Attributes where Geotab and Waze differ
AttributeGeotabWaze
Starting price$25/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, ApiiOS, Android, Web
CategoryFleet ManagementMaps
Founded20002008

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 Geotab

  • Real-time GPS tracking
  • Vehicle diagnostics
  • Driver behavior scoring
  • ELD compliance
  • IFTA reporting
  • Fuel management
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Route optimization

Only in Waze

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

What people use each for

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

Geotab

  • Fleet trackingnot Waze
  • Driver safetynot Waze
  • Fuel optimizationnot Waze
  • Compliance managementnot Waze
  • Predictive maintenancenot Waze

Waze

  • Real-time navigation and route planning with live traffic updatesnot Geotab
  • Reporting hazards and roadway conditions to community driversnot Geotab
  • Finding alternative routes to avoid congestion and accidentsnot Geotab
  • Connecting with first responders and emergency servicesnot Geotab
  • Community-driven mapping and road condition improvementsnot Geotab

Where each one falls short

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

Geotab

  • Specific pricing amounts not published online; contact sales required
  • Custom pricing available for larger fleet volumes

Waze

  • No offline maps capability, requiring constant internet connectivity
  • Routing reliability declined with reports of longer routes and restricted road directions
  • Privacy concerns with location data collection and location-based ads after Google acquisition
  • Stability issues including crashes on CarPlay and slow loading times

Pricing, plan by plan

Geotab

$25/month
  • Base$25/month
    • GPS tracking
    • Trip history
    • Engine diagnostics
  • Pro$40/month
    • Everything in Base
    • Driver behavior
    • Fuel usage
  • ProPlus$55/month
    • Everything in Pro
    • Active tracking
    • Advanced analytics

Waze

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Waze review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Geotab if

  • You need real-time gps tracking.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
  • You also want vehicle diagnostics.
Geotab review

Choose Waze if

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

Questions people ask

Is Geotab or Waze better?
Neither clearly leads. Geotab starts at $25/month and Waze at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Geotab or Waze?
Waze has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $25/month for Geotab and Free for Waze.
Does Geotab or Waze run on more platforms?
Geotab runs on Web, Ios, Android, Api. Waze runs on iOS, Android, Web.
Can I use Waze for free?
Yes. Waze has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Geotab starts at $25/month.
What is Geotab best used for?
Geotab is most often used for fleet tracking, driver safety, fuel optimization, compliance management. Of those, fleet tracking and driver safety are not what Waze is typically brought in for.
What can Geotab do that Waze cannot?
Geotab covers Real-time GPS tracking, Vehicle diagnostics, Driver behavior scoring, ELD compliance. Waze covers Core Functionality, User Interface.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Geotab: How is Geotab priced?

Geotab offers two subscription tiers: GO Core for basic fleet tracking and GO Plan for comprehensive fleet management. Both plans include hardware in the subscription price with no upfront costs or installation fees. Specific pricing is custom-quoted by the sales team.

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Waze: Does Waze work offline?

No, Waze relies on real-time data and does not support offline maps, limiting usability when without internet connectivity.

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Geotab: Does Geotab include hardware in the subscription?

Yes, both GO Core and GO Plan subscriptions include Geotab hardware at no upfront device cost. Hardware is integrated into the monthly subscription pricing.

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Waze: How does Waze handle my location data?

Since Google's 2013 acquisition, Waze shares location history with Google's ad network and serves location-based ads. This differs from privacy-focused alternatives like Apple Maps.

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Geotab: Is it easy to upgrade between Geotab plans?

Yes, customers can easily upgrade or downgrade between GO Core and GO Plan through the MyGeotab portal, allowing flexible scaling as fleet needs change.

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Waze: What platforms can I use Waze on?

Waze is available on iOS and Android mobile apps, and via web through the Live Map feature accessible from any computer or tablet.

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