Southwinds HOS vs EVA ELD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Southwinds HOS
This app helps commercial drivers accurately record their duty status to comply with federal regulations. It tracks driving hours, breaks, and other essential information, ensuring adherence to rules like the 11-hour driving limit and 30-minute breaks. The system automatically records location and warns of malfunctions.
- Driver duty status recording
- Compliance with HOS regulations
- Location tracking
- Malfunction warnings
- Driver and carrier record edits
- Self-testing functionality
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Compliant app to record driver duty status and meet the following regulations: -60h/7days or 70h/8days Rules -34 week restart with latest suspension of two periods 1-5am -11h daily -14h onduty (daily) -Sleeper Berth -Passenger Seat provision -Personal Conveyance -30 minutes break -Location recording for engine on and off, and every 60 minutes if moving -Mobile device permits duty status changes only when the vehicle is at rest -Warns driver,visually and/or audibly of any malfunction -When the truck is stationary for 5 minutes or more, it will default to on-duty not driving and the driver must enter the proper status -The device (ELD) performs self-test, as well as a self-test at any point upon request of an authorized safety assurance official. Allows for driver and carrier record edits as well as unauthenticated operation.
EVA ELD
This application simplifies FMCSA compliance for drivers with an electronic logbook and digital DVIRs. It offers real-time routing insights and an intuitive interface designed for ease of use, helping drivers manage their journeys and vehicle maintenance efficiently.
- FMCSA compliant electronic logbook
- Digital Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR)
- Real-time routing insights
- Intuitive user interface
- Vehicle maintenance tracking
- Effortless compliance management
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ELD Compliance EVA ELD application complies with FMCSA regulations. Beyond a traditional electronic logbook, our ELD solution offers comprehensive capabilities for meeting FMCSA compliance requirements. Effortless Transition from Paper DVIRs Eliminate paper DVIR headaches, and adopt digital reports for effortless management. Make the seamless switch to our refined solution now. Real-Time Routing Insights Our solution provides real-time updates to keep you on the right path. Our technology ensures you stay on the optimal path, providing real-time information to enhance your travel experience. Easy to Use Our app is designed with drivers in mind, featuring large buttons, helpful alerts, and an intuitive interface for an easy and efficient experience. Most functions are just a tap or two away, ensuring a hassle-free journey. While the ELD mandate may be complex, our continuous efforts are dedicated to simplifying compliance with FMCSA regulations, making it straightforward for drivers to navigate effortlessly. Maintenance Take charge of your vehicle's health with our thorough pre-trip and post-trip Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR). Easily report and track any defects to ensure a proactive approach to maintenance. Our system empowers you to stay ahead, keeping your vehicle in prime condition for smooth and worry-free journeys.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Southwinds HOS at 5.0 against EVA ELD's 4.4. EVA ELD's advantage is ratings volume (59 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Southwinds HOS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EVA ELD has 59 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Southwinds HOS ships an update every 3 months, EVA ELD every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Southwinds HOS | EVA ELD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.4 (59 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 59 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | SouthWindsGPS | EVA ELD |
Customer experience
Southwinds HOS
EVA ELD
In-app purchases
Southwinds HOS
No in-app purchases
EVA ELD
No in-app purchases









