Fleet Management · head to head
Quartix vs Samsara
Quartix
Fleet Management
Deliberately narrow vehicle tracking from a listed UK vendor that publishes its prices
- From
- On request
- Rated
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: Quartix video telematics is not part of the core product, so any fleet that decides it needs camera evidence after an incident has to bring in a second vendor and a second subscription.; 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: Quartix 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 Quartix and Samsara actually diverge.
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 Quartix
- Live tracking
- Driving style scoring
- Timesheet reporting
- Geofences
- Driver identification
- Published pricing
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.
Quartix
- A UK or French van fleet that wants tracking and timesheet evidence without a discovery call and a three-year commitmentnot Samsara
- A finance manager who needs to compare telematics costs on published numbers rather than negotiated quotesnot Samsara
- An operator disputing employee hours or customer claims about arrival times who needs a defensible site attendance recordnot Samsara
- A small fleet whose insurer offers a discount for driving style monitoring but who does not need cameras or compliance toolingnot Samsara
Samsara
- Real time GPS tracking of vehicle location and engine healthnot Quartix
- AI dash cameras with in cab driver coaching and safety alertsnot Quartix
- Trailer and powered equipment tracking for asset recoverynot Quartix
- Fleet maintenance planning and fuel usage analysisnot Quartix
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Quartix
- Video telematics is not part of the core product, so any fleet that decides it needs camera evidence after an incident has to bring in a second vendor and a second subscription.
- There is no maintenance, work order or parts management, so servicing schedules stay in whatever spreadsheet or garage system the fleet already runs.
- US hours of service and wider DOT compliance are not the focus, which rules Quartix out for regulated interstate commercial operations.
- The standard tracker is hardwired rather than a plug-in device, so installation means booking vehicles in, which adds cost and downtime that no-contract plug-in competitors avoid.
- The API and integration list are short, so feeding tracking data into payroll, job costing or an ERP tends to mean scheduled exports rather than a supported connector.
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
Quartix
On request- Quartix$undefined/month
- List pricing published openly, with rates varying by contract length
- Tracking hardware included in the subscription rather than bought separately
- One-year terms available alongside longer discounted options
Samsara
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Samsara review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Quartix if
- You need live tracking.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want driving style scoring.
Choose Samsara if
- You need real-time gps tracking.
- You work on Web, Mobile.
- You also want ai dash cameras.
Questions people ask
- Is Quartix or Samsara better?
- Neither clearly leads. Quartix 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, Quartix or Samsara?
- Quartix starts at On request and Samsara at On request.
- Does Quartix or Samsara run on more platforms?
- Quartix runs on Web, iOS, Android. Samsara runs on Web, Mobile.
- What is Quartix best used for?
- Quartix is most often used for a uk or french van fleet that wants tracking and timesheet evidence without a discovery call and a three-year commitment, a finance manager who needs to compare telematics costs on published numbers rather than negotiated quotes, an operator disputing employee hours or customer claims about arrival times who needs a defensible site attendance record, a small fleet whose insurer offers a discount for driving style monitoring but who does not need cameras or compliance tooling. Of those, a uk or french van fleet that wants tracking and timesheet evidence without a discovery call and a three-year commitment and a finance manager who needs to compare telematics costs on published numbers rather than negotiated quotes are not what Samsara is typically brought in for.
- What can Quartix do that Samsara cannot?
- Quartix covers Live tracking, Driving style scoring, Timesheet reporting, Geofences. Samsara covers Real-time GPS tracking, AI dash cameras, ELD compliance, IFTA reporting.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Quartix: Why is Quartix cheaper than the big platforms?
Because it does less. There is no camera ecosystem, no compliance suite and no marketplace to fund. If you only need tracking, you are not subsidising features you will not use.
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.
SourceQuartix: Do I have to sign for three years?
No. Shorter terms are offered, priced higher per month than the longer options. The rates are published, so the trade-off is visible before you talk to anyone.
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.
SourceQuartix: Is the hardware mine?
The tracking unit is supplied as part of the subscription rather than sold to you. Check the return and replacement terms if you plan to leave or dispose of vehicles.
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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