3MD ELD vs Master ELD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3MD ELD
An FMCSA-approved electronic logbook app for trucking fleets, ensuring Hours of Service compliance. It offers an intuitive driver interface and integrates with a Trucking Hub TMS for enhanced visibility and performance.
- FMCSA-approved Hours of Service compliance
- Enterprise-grade electronic logbook
- Seamless Trucking Hub TMS integration
- Intuitive driver app interface
- No contracts or hidden fees
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3MD ELD is an enterprise-grade electronic logbook app built for trucking fleets. Certified since 2017, it's FMCSA-approved and trusted for reliable Hours of Service compliance — without contracts or hidden fees. Seamlessly integrated with the comprehensive Trucking Hub TMS, it delivers ease of use, real-time visibility, and long-term performance. The driver app is intuitive, with a clean layout and large controls designed for ease of use on the road.
Master ELD
This FMCSA-registered platform helps transportation organizations comply with Federal AOBRD/ELD requirements. It offers an efficient and easy-to-use solution for both new and established companies, with features like GPS tracking and detailed reporting.
- FMCSA CFR 49 Compliant
- Multiple AOBRD/ELD Device Options
- Vehicle Compatibility
- Fast Learning Curve
- Same Day Account Creation
- GPS Tracking
- Detailed Reporting
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MasterELD AOBRD / ELD is an easy to use, efficient, and FMCSA registered platform aimed at just starting, and established, transportation organizations. Drawing on years of experience in the transportation industry, MasterELD is a constantly evolving, professional solution for Federal AOBRD / ELD requirements. FEATURES FMCSA CFR 49 Subsections 395.15 and 395.20 Compliant Multiple AOBRD / ELD Device Options Compatible with Wide Array of Vehicles Fast Learning Curve for Administrators and Drivers Same Day Account Creation and Device Pick-Up GPS Tracking Available Detailed Reporting Available
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: 3MD ELD at 3.5 against Master ELD's 2.4. 3MD ELD also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). Master ELD's advantage is ratings volume (48 vs 11). On price, review sentiment, 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.
3MD ELD holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 48 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of 3MD ELD's written reviews are positive against 11% of Master ELD's.
3MD ELD ships an update monthly, Master ELD every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 5, 2026 and June 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 3MD ELD | Master ELD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (11 ratings) — better | 2.4 (48 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 18.2% of reviews — better | 11.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 11 | 48 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 89 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 3MD, Inc. | National Transportation Partners LLC |
Customer experience
3MD ELD
Master ELD
In-app purchases
3MD ELD
No in-app purchases
Master ELD
No in-app purchases
