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Quartix vs Sygic GPS Navigation

Quartix logo

Quartix

Fleet Management

Deliberately narrow vehicle tracking from a listed UK vendor that publishes its prices

From
On request
Free plan
No
Full reviewWebsite
Sygic GPS Navigation logo

Sygic GPS Navigation

Maps

Premium navigation app offering high-quality 3D offline maps from TomTom

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Sygic GPS Navigation has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • 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.; Sygic GPS Navigation offline map downloads limited by area size, requiring multiple selections for larger countries
  • They diverge on capability: Quartix covers Live tracking, Sygic GPS Navigation covers Core Functionality.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Quartix and Sygic GPS Navigation actually diverge.

Attributes where Quartix and Sygic GPS Navigation differ
AttributeQuartixSygic GPS Navigation
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelPer vehicle per monthUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidiOS, Android, Apple Watch
CategoryFleet ManagementMaps
FoundedUnknown2004

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 Quartix

  • Live tracking
  • Driving style scoring
  • Timesheet reporting
  • Geofences
  • Driver identification
  • Published pricing

Only in Sygic GPS Navigation

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

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 Sygic GPS Navigation
  • A finance manager who needs to compare telematics costs on published numbers rather than negotiated quotesnot Sygic GPS Navigation
  • An operator disputing employee hours or customer claims about arrival times who needs a defensible site attendance recordnot Sygic GPS Navigation
  • A small fleet whose insurer offers a discount for driving style monitoring but who does not need cameras or compliance toolingnot Sygic GPS Navigation

Sygic GPS Navigation

  • Turn-by-turn car navigation with offline maps (no data connection needed)not Quartix
  • Real-time traffic rerouting and speed camera/limit warningsnot Quartix
  • Motorcycle-specific navigation (twisty roads, elevation tracking)not Quartix
  • CarPlay-integrated in-dash navigationnot Quartix
  • Trip planning with POI search, parking and fuel price infonot 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.

Sygic GPS Navigation

  • Offline map downloads limited by area size, requiring multiple selections for larger countries
  • Occasional inaccuracies in POIs and speed limit data in less-updated regions
  • Battery consumption increases significantly with AR navigation and dashcam features enabled
  • Limited free features; most functionality requires Premium+ subscription

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

Sygic GPS Navigation

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Sygic GPS Navigation review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Quartix if

  • You need live tracking.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want driving style scoring.
Quartix review

Choose Sygic GPS Navigation if

  • You need core functionality.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Apple Watch.
  • You also want user interface.
Sygic GPS Navigation review

Questions people ask

Is Quartix or Sygic GPS Navigation better?
Neither clearly leads. Quartix starts at On request and Sygic GPS Navigation at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Quartix or Sygic GPS Navigation?
Sygic GPS Navigation has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Quartix and Free for Sygic GPS Navigation.
Does Quartix or Sygic GPS Navigation run on more platforms?
Quartix runs on Web, iOS, Android. Sygic GPS Navigation runs on iOS, Android, Apple Watch.
Can I use Sygic GPS Navigation for free?
Yes. Sygic GPS Navigation has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Quartix starts at On request.
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 Sygic GPS Navigation is typically brought in for.
What can Quartix do that Sygic GPS Navigation cannot?
Quartix covers Live tracking, Driving style scoring, Timesheet reporting, Geofences. Sygic GPS Navigation covers Core Functionality, User Interface.

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.

Sygic GPS Navigation: Does Sygic work without internet?

Yes. Sygic Premium+ includes offline 3D maps with monthly updates, allowing navigation in areas without cellular coverage.

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Quartix: 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.

Sygic GPS Navigation: What is the cost of Sygic Premium+ subscription?

Sygic Premium+ costs €29.99 per year or €13.99 for three months. Premium lifetime licenses are no longer available.

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Quartix: 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.

Sygic GPS Navigation: Does Sygic work with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?

Yes. Sygic integrates with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, including specialized versions for trucks, caravans, and motorcycles.

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Sygic GPS Navigation: What maps and regions does Sygic support?

Sygic covers navigation globally with particular focus on Europe. Users must download offline maps by region, with size limitations that may require multiple downloads for larger countries.

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