Garmin eLog™ vs Air Scale System
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Garmin eLog™
This app works with a compatible electronic logging device to help commercial drivers meet ELD compliance requirements. It accurately records and stores Hours of Service data locally on your smartphone, with no subscription fees required.
- ELD compliance
- Hours of Service (HOS) tracking
- Local data storage
- Wireless record transfer
- Easy setup
- No subscription fees
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** Users must own the Garmin eLog™ compliant ELD (FMCSA-registered electronic logging device). The Garmin eLog is ready right out of the box, and supports 9-pin J1939 and 6-pin J1708 diagnostic ports to fit nearly any truck. It’s simple to set up and there are no subscription fees. Take the easy route to ELD Compliance! The free, easy-to-use Garmin eLog™ app may be downloaded to your compatible smartphone to complete your ELD compliance solution. The Garmin eLog compliant ELD solution accurately records and tracks Hours of Service (HOS), then securely stores it locally to your smartphone— never in the cloud. Garmin eLog allows your records to be wirelessly transferred to your compatible smartphone for viewing by you anytime. Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. We listen to your feedback. The teams at Garmin are working continuously to improve the Garmin eLog system. If you experience any issues or problems, please reach out to our Product Support team at support.garmin.com.
Air Scale System
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Air Scale gives truck drivers and fleet operators real-time axle load monitoring directly from their mobile device. Know your weight at all times — avoid overweight fines, protect your suspension, and plan your loads with confidence. Connect your Air Scale hardware and get instant readings for every axle group on your semi truck or trailer. No more guessing at the scales.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Garmin eLog™ at 11.0 against Air Scale System's 15.0. 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.
Garmin eLog™ ships an update every 2 months, Air Scale System every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Garmin eLog™ | Air Scale System |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (506 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 506 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Garmin | Kevin Wiebe |
Bugs and requests
Garmin eLog™
Reported bugs
5 issues- Disconnects from device/phone
- Deletes driver/admin profiles
- Inaccurate odometer/location tracking
- Crashes and freezes
- Issues with log editing
Requested features
5 requests- Add shift timer
- Improve log editing functionality
- Provide IFTA reporting option
- Enhance location and odometer tracking
- Improve stability and reduce crashes
Air Scale System
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Garmin eLog™
No in-app purchases
Air Scale System
No in-app purchases
