PAYD ELD vs Switchboard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
PAYD ELD
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The PAYD ELD is the First and Only ELD based on PAYD (Pay-As-You-Drive) model. It meets all FMCSA ELD requirements and is listed on FMCSA registered ELD. The PAYD ELD is powered by Hutch Systems and is trusted by clients across USA and Canada. The PAYD ELD works in conjunction with PAYD ELD hardware and is not reliant on Bluetooth Connectivity to achieve ELD mandate compliance. PAYD ELD stores all ELD required elements in built-in internal storage and transmits to the PAYD ELD app when the user connects to ELD Hardware via Bluetooth Connection. PAYD ELD can be hardwired to vehicle PAYD ELDand support all Heavy Duty, Medium Duty, Light Duty, and Passenger vehicles and support quick and easy self install option. PAYD ELD supports Live Tracking and IFTA Fuel taxes with 99.999999 percent accuracy to keep you worry-free from audits. Hours of Service violations and alerts are calculated as per selected USA or Canada HOS rules. The PAYD ELD keeps you worry-free and saves you and your company from fines and CSA scores. PAYD ELD supports DVIR (Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports) and will assist you during the safety audit. PAYD ELDโs friendly and intuitive user interface is loved by drivers and is one of the simplest ELD to use in the market. PAYD ELD is designed to keep hard-working drivers in mind and is only for .99 cents per day. PAYD ELD is backed by 24/7 support and can be subscribed to premium support for those less tech-savvy users. PAYD ELD is compatible with all iPhones 6s and above
Switchboard
This electronic logging software helps drivers comply with ELD mandates. It offers automatic log recording, DVIR preparation, and driving timers. 24/7 customer support is available to assist with ELD issues.
- Hours of Service Compliance
- Automatic electric log recording
- Prepare DVIRs
- Driving timers
- 24/7 Customer Support
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Stay ELD mandate compliant with Switchboard's Electronic Logging software available for drivers and their smartphones and tablets. Switchboard's easy-to-use solution provides the following features: - Hours of Service Compliance - Automatic electric log recording - Prepare DVIRs (Digital Vehicle Inspection Records) - Driving timers We have your back with the best in class 24/7 customer support, so you can focus on your operations without worrying about any ELD issues.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PAYD ELD at weekly against Switchboard's fortnightly. Switchboard's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PAYD ELD ships an update weekly, Switchboard fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on May 16, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PAYD ELD | Switchboard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | โ | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Weekly โ better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | โ | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | 15.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hutch Business Group Inc | Switchboard Inc. |
In-app purchases
PAYD ELD
No in-app purchases
Switchboard
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do PAYD ELD or Switchboard have ads?
Which is updated more often, PAYD ELD or Switchboard?
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