# Motive Driver — ELD, Safety and DVIR

> Electronic logging device (ELD) and driver management app for commercial vehicles. (iPhone/iPad app by Motive Technologies Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motive-driver/id706401738 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Motive Technologies Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/706401741)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 11,574 App Store ratings · 299 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 386 MB
- Languages: British English, Dutch, Canadian French, German (Germany), European Spanish
- Released: 2013-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motive-driver/id706401738/reviews.md

## What is Motive Driver?

ELD COMPLIANCE
The Motive Driver App makes recording Hours of Service (HOS) on your iPhone or iPad fast and easy.
It complies with the FMCSA regulations, including Part 395. When used with the Motive Vehicle Gateway device, the app helps fleets and individual commercial drivers meet their obligations outlined under the ELD mandate. 
Supports current Canadian Federal Hours of Service (HOS) regulations.
Connect the Motive Driver App to the Motive Vehicle Gateway via Bluetooth to stay compliant through an electronic logging device (ELD).
Proactively alerts you when you’re running out of driving time to avoid Hours of Service (HOS) violations.
Displays total hours worked for the week and your available Hours of Service for any given day and the following day.
Can be switched to Inspection Mode to show ELD logs to an officer during a roadside inspection without compromising the driver’s privacy.

TRACKING & TELEMATICS
When dispatched, GPS location data is shared to the Motive Fleet Dashboard to update dispatchers and fleet managers on stops and arrivals.

DRIVER SAFETY
Review Motive Dashcam videos and safety events to understand driving performance. 
See your DRIVE risk score, a benchmark against Motive’s entire network of vehicles.

DISPATCH & WORKFLOW
Confirm and receive assigned dispatches. 
View important load details and manage tasks for active deliveries.
Review past dispatches.
Message your fleet manager or dispatcher directly through the Motive Driver App.
Upload important documents, like bills of lading or accident photos.

MAINTENANCE
Complete pre-trip and post-trip driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIR) so you can report and keep track of any defects.

SUSTAINABILITY
Upload fuel receipts to generate fuel reports in the Motive Fleet Dashboard. 

GET SUPPORT WHEN YOU NEED IT
Call or email our friendly 24/7 support team with any questions.

OVERVIEW
The Motive Driver App is compatible with iPhones and iPads running iOS 10.0 or higher.

Motive Driver App is brought to you by Motive. It’s used by drivers and vehicle operators across many industries including trucking and logistics, construction, oil and gas, food and beverage, field service, agriculture, passenger transit, and delivery. For more information about the Motive Driver App and the FMCSA-registered Motive ELD, visit gomotive.com.

## Key features

- Electronic Hours of Service (HOS) logging
- FMCSA compliance
- Proactive HOS violation alerts
- Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR)
- GPS tracking and dispatch updates
- Driver safety performance review
- Document and photo uploads

## Chart rankings

- #207 in Top Free · Business (US App Store)

## What do users think of Motive Driver?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient logging
- 📈 Helpful for compliance
- 💻 Reliable on multiple devices

**Cons**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🚧 Inaccurate speed detection
- 🔍 Lack of visibility on logs sent
- 🇨🇦 Limited functionality for Canadian drivers

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incorrect drive time logging
- Unreliable Bluetooth connection
- Inconsistent app behavior after updates

**Most requested features**

- Ability to see logs sent/unsent
- Automatic location logging
- Customizable inspection checklists
- Dark mode for night driving
- Improved HOS management for Canada

## Recent user reviews (10 of 299)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motive-driver/id706401738/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Sucks so hard

*2026-08-21, version 107.2*

Constantly disconnects I go to change my status after driving four hours and it still shows that I’ve been on duty the entire time. One of the worse HOS apps I’ve ever had to use.

### 1/5 — The worst ELD app there is

*2026-08-19, version 107.1*

Unbelievable unreliable will not stay connected when you turn off the engine. Disconnect while driving. The pre-trip category is like you rebuilding a truck. You have to put your truck number in every time it gets disconnected or when you log out and have to log back in although we drive the same truck every day. It’s just not a good investment for anybody nevertheless the trucking industry. I cannot give it any stars unless it’s minus stars.

### 1/5 — Does not support multi-connection Bluetooth.

*2026-08-10*

The Motive ELD program does not support Bluetooth multi-connection. When the ELD device is connected to an IOS device, the ELD connection will constantly cause the other connected devices to disconnect and reconnect on a loop. Even when the ELD is “forgotten” from the connected device list, the ELD will still try and brute force connect to the iOS device, disrupting all other Bluetooth connections. Tech team is aware of the situation but don’t care to rectify the problem.

**Developer response:** We're sorry to hear that you didn't have a great experience using Motive! Please provide us with your contact details so we can reach out to you to address your concerns and improve your experience. Moreover, for further queries please feel free to email us at support@gomotive.com or call us directly at our 24/7 Support Line (855) 434-3564

### 1/5 — Fix it, please!

*2026-08-05, version 106.1*

There is a so-called "sandwich" button, I have to press it thousand times before it actually triggers the action, which is very annoying. The artificial intelligence often behaves stupidly. To be fair, (this is the third electronic logbook I’ve used since they became mandatory and) none of them have worked well. But this one is the first to use AI, and it infuriates me that the AI  has the authority to judge people.

### 1/5 — Battery hungry

*2026-08-03*

Garbage app.

Even with Background App Refresh turned off, if you don’t force close the app, it drains your phone’s battery. I’ve had my battery drop from 70% to 30% overnight just because the app was left open.

It also doesn’t properly support Canadian sleeper berth rules. It incorrectly shows drivers as being in violation when they are fully compliant. That’s a major issue for anyone operating under Canadian Hours of Service regulations.

**Developer response:** We're sorry to hear that you didn't have a great experience using Motive! Kindly provide your contact details here so that we can look into this. Or feel free to reach out at support@gomotive.com or call our 24/7 support line at (855) 434-3564 so we can address your concerns and improve your experience. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Made easy for you

*2026-08-03, version 106.1*

Made easy to use and help is always there one phone call

### 1/5 — Bluetooth nightmare

*2026-08-02, version 106.0*

DONT BUY THIS FOR YOUR FLEET! It disconnects from your headset, even during calls. Your camera will yell at you if you don’t leave the app running in the background of your phone every 10 minutes. Sometimes you get stuck and drive mode and can’t change your status. Overall, this is the worst ELD I’ve had so far. I’ve contemplated leaving my job because of it.

### 1/5 — As if it’s a soul contract

*2026-07-26*

I used Motive for a few years and loved it, I had a super great representative always calling and checking in on what I needed.  Then unfortunate circumstances had arrived with out 1 truck company and we went out of business shortly after renewing a 1 year subscription. They will hound you every week day like a blood thirsty vampire for payment.  Most professional companies will simply say sorry to hear your situation and end the contract, they refuse to understand anything other than $$$.  Up until our loss of everything and the company they would have been 5 Star review



Reply to response.  Obviously the response wasn’t well understood, I enjoyed Motive until the lack of understanding that a client that no longer uses or has funding for subscription can’t pay so emailing and calling with hanging up upon answering is rather over the top for a simple subscription that could be cancelled.  So greedy it’s unfortunate to have moral business conduct is such a way.

**Developer response:** We're sorry to hear that you didn't have a great experience using Motive! Kindly provide your contact information here or please feel free to reach out at support@gomotive.com or call our 24/7 Support Line at (855) 434-3564, so we can address your concerns and improve your experience. We will be more than happy to assist you. Thank you!
Version 106.0 United States Report a Concern.

### 1/5 — Motive Connector

*2026-07-23, version 106.0*

I actually bought a new phone to fix my connectivity issues. It worked in the sense that my phone connected to my logbook. All I have to do every morning is forget the device and then re-pair. I’m lucky, I get to do it through out the day too. Unfortunately it has only been going on for a little over  6 months. I’d rather screw with my logs than drive.

### 1/5 — Never stable

*2026-07-17, version 105.3*

This ELD should definitely be flagged by fmcsa to be permanently removed from being able operate it’s never stable and constantly having to keep uninstalling and reinstalling to get my logs to work properly it’s very frustrating

## Frequently asked questions about Motive Driver

### What is the Motive Driver App?

The Motive Driver App is a mobile application designed for commercial drivers to easily record their Hours of Service (HOS) and comply with FMCSA regulations. It functions as an electronic logging device (ELD) when paired with the Motive Vehicle Gateway.

### What are the key features of the Motive Driver App?

Key features include compliant HOS logging, proactive alerts for potential violations, Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR), GPS tracking for dispatch, driver safety performance review, and the ability to upload documents like bills of lading.

### How does the app ensure Hours of Service (HOS) compliance?

The app automatically records driving time and duty status, ensuring compliance with FMCSA regulations. It provides real-time HOS status and alerts drivers when they are nearing their driving time limits to prevent violations.

### What is the cost of the Motive Driver App?

The provided information indicates the app is ad-supported. While the app itself may be free to download and use with ads, the functionality often relies on a connected Motive Vehicle Gateway device, which may have associated costs or subscription fees.

### What devices is the Motive Driver App compatible with?

The Motive Driver App is compatible with iPhones and iPads running iOS 10.0 or higher. It connects to the Motive Vehicle Gateway device via Bluetooth.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 107.3 — 2026-08-28

What’s New 
Asset Documents: View permits, registrations, and manuals directly in the app when connected to an asset. 
Fuel Receipts: Pump display photos are no longer accepted as valid receipts. Please enter fuel details manually. 
Performance: Faster, smoother, and more reliable app experience.

Bug Fixes
Fixed false violations when crossing the US/Canada border. 
Resolved driver role-switching issues in Team Driving.

### 107.2 — 2026-08-21

What’s New 
Asset Documents: View permits, registrations, and manuals directly in the app when connected to an asset. 
Fuel Receipts: Pump display photos are no longer accepted as valid receipts. Please enter fuel details manually. 
Performance: Faster, smoother, and more reliable app experience.

Bug Fixes
Fixed false violations when crossing the US/Canada border. 
Resolved driver role-switching issues in Team Driving.

### 107.1 — 2026-08-15

What’s New 
Asset Documents: View permits, registrations, and manuals directly in the app when connected to an asset. 
Fuel Receipts: Pump display photos are no longer accepted as valid receipts. Please enter fuel details manually. 
Performance: Faster, smoother, and more reliable app experience.

Bug Fixes
Fixed false violations when crossing the US/Canada border. 
Resolved driver role-switching issues in Team Driving.

### 107.0 — 2026-08-11

What’s New 

Asset Documents: View permits, registrations, and manuals directly in the app when connected to an asset. 

Fuel Receipts: Pump display photos are no longer accepted as valid receipts. Please enter fuel details manually. 

Performance: Faster, smoother, and more reliable app experience.

Bug Fixes

Fixed false violations when crossing the US/Canada border. 

Resolved driver role-switching issues in Team Driving.

### 106.1 — 2026-08-03

The latest Motive Driver App update includes performance enhancements to deliver a faster, smoother, and more reliable user experience.

Fixed an edge case where co-driver log form data was not being retained on role switch

Fixed team driving blank webview issues on certain devices

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