Comparison

Apollo ELD vs XBI Connect

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Apollo ELD

This app helps commercial drivers record their duty status to comply with DOT FMCSA regulations. It tracks driving hours, breaks, and location, ensuring adherence to all federal requirements for safe operation.

Highlights
  • DOT FMCSA self-compliant
  • Driver duty status recording
  • Hour of Service tracking
  • Location recording
  • Malfunction warnings
  • Duty status changes at rest
Features
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DOT FMCSA self-compliant application to record driver duty status and meet the following regulations: -60-hour/7days or 70-hour/8daysRules -34 hour week restart with latest suspension of two periods 1-5am -11 hours driving for the day -14 hours on duty for the day -Sleeper Berth provision -Passenger Seat provision -Personal Conveyance provision -30 minutes break provision -Location recording for vehicle’s engine turned on and off, andl ocation recording every 60 minutes if vehicle is moving -Mobile device permits duty status changes only when the vehicle is at rest -The mobile device warns the driver, visually and/or audibly of any malfunction -When the vehicle is stationary for 5 minutes or more, the mobile device will default to on-duty not driving and the driver must enter the proper status

About

XBI Connect

Features
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Run your business from a single platform with XBI Connect, the omnichannel solution that centralizes communication, systems, and operational data. Built to adapt to multiple industries, XBI Connect gives you the flexibility to manage everything in one place. Connect your entire operation Integrate multiple systems: GPS tracking Electronic logs (ELD) Cameras and video systems Business data and workflows Omnichannel communication Stay connected with your team and customers through: WhatsApp Email In-app notifications Full visibility Last known location of vehicles or assets Status updates and activity tracking Alerts and key operational events Automation and efficiency Automated notifications Workflow triggers Smart integrations Built for any business Perfect for: Transportation and logistics Service companies Fleet operations Growing businesses with multiple systems Centralize your operation, improve communication, and scale your business with XBI Connect.

Screenshots

Apollo ELD3 screens
XBI Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: XBI Connect at every 10 days against Apollo ELD's every 2 months. Apollo ELD's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Apollo ELD ships an update every 2 months, XBI Connect every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Apollo ELD versus XBI Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApollo ELDXBI Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (103 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews11.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings103 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAssured Tracking IncXbi Plus LLC

Bugs and requests

Apollo ELD

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • Location not registering after update
  • App freezes during log certification
  • App logs out automatically
  • App won't open
  • Device not connecting/scanning
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  • App continuously crashes
  • iPad won't connect
  • App goes to default driving after inactivity
  • App won't let me certify logs
  • App won't let me log out
  • App triggers violation while in sleeper
  • App requires constant access to location, camera, speaker, and microphone
  • App does not transmit required data to FMCSA
  • App will not read engine data anymore
  • App does not correct mileage
  • App is not updating on Apple side
  • App requires update but none is available

Requested features

6 requests
  • Change location services to 'only while using'
  • Fix spelling mistakes in pre-trip section
  • Allow fueling entry when off-duty
  • Add state line feature
  • Improve split sleeper log functionality
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  • Allow use of personal conveyance without manual input

XBI Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Apollo ELD

No in-app purchases

None

XBI Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Apollo ELD free?
Apollo ELD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XBI Connect free?
XBI Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Apollo ELD or XBI Connect have ads?
Neither Apollo ELD nor XBI Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Apollo ELD or XBI Connect?
Apollo ELD ships an update every 2 months, and XBI Connect every 10 days. Most recently, Apollo ELD was updated on October 15, 2026 and XBI Connect on October 13, 2026.

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