Trimble D2Link 3 vs Pro Ride ELD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Trimble D2Link 3
This app connects commercial vehicle drivers to dispatch systems for efficient load assignment and fleet management. It facilitates the transfer of stop details and vehicle location data, enabling dispatchers to send load information and receive GPS readings. Features include signature capture, image capture, and messaging between drivers and dispatchers.
- Load assignment and fleet management
- Stop details and vehicle location transfer
- Signature and image capture
- Driver-dispatcher messaging
- Mobile imaging/document scanning
- Decision-tree workflow
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D²Link® is designed for commercial vehicle drivers to be used in connection with a Trimble Transportation dispatch application*. D²Link connects your drivers to your Trimble dispatch system via Apple® smart devices for efficient load assignment and fleet management, transferring stop details and vehicle location data between drivers and dispatchers. Within the Trimble dispatch software, dispatchers can send detailed load information and receive truck GPS** location readings from their drivers at regular intervals, even make use of geo-fencing to automatically flag arrivals and departures. Standard features include signature capture, image capture, stop location mapping and the ability to exchange messages between driver and dispatcher. Options such as Mobile Imaging / Document Scanning, CoPilot integration and additional capabilities are dependent on individual handset features, installed navigation apps and Trimble software licensing, network carrier policies and services. Operation requires active, compatible Trimble software and licensing. Please note that this version should only be installed by direction from your administrator as it is not compatible with all systems versions. * TMWSuite, TMW.Suite, TruckMate, and Trimble Maps DRTrack. **Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. ***New Features - Mobile Imaging / Document scanning integration - Decision-Tree like workflow - Calculated field based on other fields
Pro Ride ELD
This app helps commercial drivers comply with FMCSA regulations using an electronic logbook. It simplifies the transition from paper DVIRs to digital reports and offers real-time routing insights for an optimized travel experience. Designed for ease of use with large buttons and an intuitive interface, it makes navigating complex compliance straightforward.
- FMCSA compliance
- Electronic logbook
- Digital DVIRs
- Real-time routing
- Easy-to-use interface
- Vehicle maintenance tracking
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ELD Compliance Pro Ride 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 review sentiment: Pro Ride ELD at 100% against Trimble D2Link 3's 50%. Pro Ride ELD also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.0). Trimble D2Link 3's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 2). 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.
Pro Ride ELD holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Trimble D2Link 3's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pro Ride ELD's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Trimble D2Link 3 | Pro Ride ELD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (7 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | 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 | 67 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Trimble Transportation Enterprise Solutions, Inc. | D Fusion Tech LLC |
Customer experience
Trimble D2Link 3
Pro Ride ELD
In-app purchases
Trimble D2Link 3
No in-app purchases
Pro Ride ELD
No in-app purchases
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