Fleet Management · head to head
GPS Trackit vs Samsara
GPS Trackit
Fleet Management
Vehicle tracking for small and mid-size fleets with no long-term contract
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: GPS Trackit month-to-month pricing carries a premium, so measured across three years the total cost usually exceeds a competitor with hardware amortised into a term contract.; Samsara no price is published for any plan; every tier on the plans page offers only a Get pricing button, and no contract length or hardware cost is stated
- They diverge on capability: GPS Trackit covers Live tracking, Samsara covers Real-time GPS tracking.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which GPS Trackit and Samsara actually diverge.
| Attribute | GPS Trackit | Samsara |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Per vehicle per month | quote |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, Mobile |
| Founded | Unknown | 2015 |
Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fleet Management).
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 GPS Trackit
- Live tracking
- Driver behaviour
- VidFleet cameras
- Maintenance reminders
- Self-installed devices
- Alerts and reports
Only in Samsara
- Real-time GPS tracking
- AI dash cameras
- ELD compliance
- IFTA reporting
- Driver safety coaching
- Maintenance scheduling
- Fuel efficiency
- Route optimization
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
GPS Trackit
- A contractor whose fleet size swings with the season and who cannot justify a three-year commitment on vehicles it may not run next springnot Samsara
- A small service business trialling telematics for the first time that wants an exit if drivers or supervisors do not adopt itnot Samsara
- A fleet that needs devices fitted the week they arrive, without booking installation appointments across a depotnot Samsara
- An operator replacing a vendor mid-contract that wants a stopgap platform rather than another long agreementnot Samsara
Samsara
- Real time GPS tracking of vehicle location and engine healthnot GPS Trackit
- AI dash cameras with in cab driver coaching and safety alertsnot GPS Trackit
- Trailer and powered equipment tracking for asset recoverynot GPS Trackit
- Fleet maintenance planning and fuel usage analysisnot GPS Trackit
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
GPS Trackit
- Month-to-month pricing carries a premium, so measured across three years the total cost usually exceeds a competitor with hardware amortised into a term contract.
- The feature set is tracking-first, with a shallow maintenance module and no meaningful work order, parts or inventory management, so fleets serious about maintenance need a second system.
- Compliance tooling is basic, and a fleet that takes on regulated interstate work will find the hours of service capability behind vendors built around the mandate.
- The integration list is short and the API is limited, so pushing telematics data into payroll, job costing or an ERP normally becomes a manual export routine.
- Self-installed OBD-II devices are easy to fit and equally easy for a driver to unplug, and the tamper reporting does not make up for the fact that the physical device is within reach of the person being monitored.
Samsara
- No price is published for any plan; every tier on the plans page offers only a Get pricing button, and no contract length or hardware cost is stated
- Safety, Telematics and Equipment tracking are sold as separate plan families, so a fleet needing all three buys three plans
- Weather risk visibility and the 30 plus risk detections with context and patterns require Safety Enterprise rather than Safety Premier
- AI fuel lifecycle insights, TMS integrations and route performance tools require Telematics Enterprise rather than Telematics Premier
- Proactive maintenance tools and real time diagnostics for trailers and equipment require Advanced Tracking rather than Standard Visibility
Pricing, plan by plan
GPS Trackit
On request- GPS Trackit$undefined/month
- Month-to-month subscription per vehicle with no minimum term
- Tracking hardware supplied with the subscription
- Camera hardware and video plans charged separately
Samsara
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Samsara review.
Which should you pick?
Choose GPS Trackit if
- You need live tracking.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want driver behaviour.
Choose Samsara if
- You need real-time gps tracking.
- You work on Web, Mobile.
- You also want ai dash cameras.
Questions people ask
- Is GPS Trackit or Samsara better?
- Neither clearly leads. GPS Trackit starts at On request and Samsara at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, GPS Trackit or Samsara?
- GPS Trackit starts at On request and Samsara at On request.
- Does GPS Trackit or Samsara run on more platforms?
- GPS Trackit runs on Web, iOS, Android. Samsara runs on Web, Mobile.
- What is GPS Trackit best used for?
- GPS Trackit is most often used for a contractor whose fleet size swings with the season and who cannot justify a three-year commitment on vehicles it may not run next spring, a small service business trialling telematics for the first time that wants an exit if drivers or supervisors do not adopt it, a fleet that needs devices fitted the week they arrive, without booking installation appointments across a depot, an operator replacing a vendor mid-contract that wants a stopgap platform rather than another long agreement. Of those, a contractor whose fleet size swings with the season and who cannot justify a three-year commitment on vehicles it may not run next spring and a small service business trialling telematics for the first time that wants an exit if drivers or supervisors do not adopt it are not what Samsara is typically brought in for.
- What can GPS Trackit do that Samsara cannot?
- GPS Trackit covers Live tracking, Driver behaviour, VidFleet cameras, Maintenance reminders. Samsara covers Real-time GPS tracking, AI dash cameras, ELD compliance, IFTA reporting.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
GPS Trackit: Is there really no contract?
The subscription is month to month, but read the hardware terms. Devices are supplied on the expectation they come back, and unreturned units are charged for.
Samsara: How much does Samsara cost?
Samsara does not publish pricing online. Pricing is customized based on fleet size and specific operational needs. Contact sales to discuss your requirements and receive a quote.
SourceGPS Trackit: How does the cost compare to Samsara or Verizon Connect over three years?
Generally higher per vehicle, because those vendors discount in exchange for the commitment. The comparison only favours GPS Trackit if you value the ability to leave.
Samsara: Does Samsara pricing scale by fleet size?
Yes, Samsara pricing scales based on fleet size with tiers for 1-5 vehicles, 6-29, 30-499, 500-4999, and 5000+ assets. Specific rates for each tier are not disclosed online.
SourceGPS Trackit: Can drivers unplug the tracker?
A plug-in OBD-II device can be removed in seconds. The system reports the disconnection, but enforcement is a management problem, not a technical one. Hardwired units are available for fleets where this matters.
Samsara: How can I get Samsara pricing information?
To obtain pricing, use the 'Talk to sales' button on Samsara's website or visit their pricing page. The sales team will discuss your operational needs and provide a customized quote.
SourceSamsara: Does Samsara offer a free trial?
No free trial is mentioned on Samsara's available pages. Contact the sales team to discuss evaluation options and pricing for your fleet.
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