Drivers Daily Log vs ENCOMPASS® ELD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Drivers Daily Log
This app offers a digital alternative to paper logbooks for commercial drivers. It allows for the creation, signing, and sharing of Records of Duty Status (RODS). While not a certified ELD, it's suitable for exempt carriers.
- Digital logbook replacement
- Create Records of Duty Status (RODS)
- Sign and email logs
- Print logs
- Track page count
- In-app page purchases
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Drivers Daily Log is a replacement for the paper logbook used by some commercial drivers. Drivers Daily Log is not an ELD as required by current FMCSA law but may be used by certain EXEMPT carriers such as RV Transport Drivers and others. Drivers Daily Log is an e-log mobile app that can be used to create RODS (Records of Duty Status), which can then be signed, emailed and/or printed. Downloading the Drivers Daily Log app is free but after your first 30 pages, you will need to purchase more. Additional pages only cost a few cents each and can be purchased within the app. You can see your current page count and purchase more on the setting screen. To comply with the law, you will still have to produce paper copies of your logs when requested by law enforcement. This will require that you keep a working printer with you while you are driving. A list of iPhone/iPad compatible printers can be found at https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201311
ENCOMPASS® ELD
This app helps commercial drivers electronically capture hours-of-service data, replacing paper logs. It ensures compliance with ELD mandates and offers real-time alerts to prevent violations. Supports various vehicle classes and industry-specific rulesets.
- Mandate-compliant ELD
- Hours of service compliance alerts
- Support for various HOS rulesets
- Roadside inspection mode
- Electronic vehicle inspections (EDVIRs)
- Mobile messaging
- Team driving and exempt logging support
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The J. J. Keller® Encompass® ELD app is the industry’s most simple, flexible and affordable driver electronic log. Formerly known as KellerMobile, this patented ELD mandate-compliant solution is used by commercial motor vehicle drivers to electronically capture hours-of-service duty status information, replacing the driver’s paper log book. The app uses a driver-friendly interface to present hours-of-service data to drivers, helping them optimize their on-duty and driving hours and reduce the risk of violations. The solution works with class 1-8 vehicles and offers many industry and state-specific HOS rulesets, accommodating exempt, non-regulated, and team drivers. The Encompass® ELD app is compliant with ELD (Part 395 Subpart B and Part 395 Appendix) rules and is listed on the FMCSA ELD registry. The Encompass® ELD app is part of the J. J. Keller® Encompass® Fleet Management System, which uses the J. J. Keller® electronic logging device and the Encompass® back office portal. HOW DOES IT WORK: Hours-of-service and telematics data is captured via a hardline adapter from the engine’s diagnostic port into the ELD hardware. The hardware continuously records and stores engine data. Data is transmitted via Bluetooth from the hardware to the Encompass® ELD application on drivers’ iPhone® or iPad® devices. Hours-of-service data and alerts are presented to the drivers in real time using compliance rulesets determined by the company. Data from the iPhone® or iPad® device is transmitted via cellular connection to the Encompass® online back office portal for hours-of-service auditing, reporting and recordkeeping. APP FEATURES: MANDATE-COMPLIANT ELD – Solution is compliant with the final FMCSA mandate. Regulatory and technology updates are delivered over-the-air and require no hardware swap outs. HOS COMPLIANCE ALERTS - App continuously checks drivers’ hours against the current DOT hours-of-service rules and company rulesets, and presents alerts to drivers of impending violations. HOS RULE SETS – App supports state and industry rulesets, including US 60/70, US and Texas Oil Field, Canadian Cycle 1 & 2, US Construction, 100 & 150 Air-Mile Exempt, and more. ROADSIDE INSPECTION MODE – Supports ELD requirements for roadside inspection protocol, including mobile display and Telematics Data Transfer method. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INSPECTIONS (EDVIRs) – Driver-friendly interface supports pre- and post-trip inspection process, customized criteria, and photo capture of defects. MOBILE MESSAGES – Allows for the quick and efficient exchange of information between the back office and drivers. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONALITY - Supports team driving, hyrail, personal conveyance, exempt logging, border crossing, and more. FLEXIBILITY – App can be used with the J. J. Keller® Compliance Tablet™ or the driver’s own smart device. DOT DRIVER AND VEHICLE COMPLIANCE RECORDKEEPING – Includes Encompass back-office DOT driver and vehicle compliance recordkeeping features for driver qualification, alcohol and drug program management, hiring, and more. DEDICATED DRIVER SUPPORT – Drivers receive 24/7 technical support and Roadside Inspection assistance. A dedicated support team ensures quick resolution on technical issues. DEDICATED COMPANY SUPPORT – Users receive complimentary amenities, including DataQs Challenge Service; DOT Expert Help from our subject-matter experts; regulatory webcasts; an online support site with training videos, FAQs, user guides; and an online training library (Spring 2020). OPTIONAL ADD-ON SOLUTIONS – Options include Dash Cam Pro, performance management, and navigation. COMPLIANCE EXPERTISE - This patented technology was developed by the industry’s leader in regulatory compliance and driver logging since 1953 and is covered by U.S. patents and patents pending. See JJKeller.com/patents.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Drivers Daily Log at 79% against ENCOMPASS® ELD's 18%. Drivers Daily Log also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). ENCOMPASS® ELD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Drivers Daily Log sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. ENCOMPASS® ELD asks for nothing beyond the download.
Drivers Daily Log holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 601 and 925 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Drivers Daily Log's written reviews are positive against 18% of ENCOMPASS® ELD's.
Drivers Daily Log ships an update every 6 weeks, ENCOMPASS® ELD every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on July 18, 2026 and August 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Drivers Daily Log | ENCOMPASS® ELD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (601 ratings) — better | 4.0 (925 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 79.1% of reviews — better | 18.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 601 | 925 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | MicroAntics Inc | J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. |
Customer experience
Drivers Daily Log
ENCOMPASS® ELD
User reviews
Drivers Daily Log
From 601 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 💻 Easy to use
- 📝 Helpful for logging
- 🚚 Great for truckers
- ⏱️ Time-saving
- 🔍 Useful for DOT inspections
Room to improve
- 🛒 Unable to purchase additional pages
- 🕰️ Outdated with new HOS rules
- 🔧 Difficult to make changes/corrections
- 🤖 Not very user-friendly
- 🚫 App no longer supported
ENCOMPASS® ELD
From 925 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Best ELD app on the market
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Getting better with updates
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Logging issues (stays in driving mode, logs out randomly)
- 🐛 Inaccurate tracking (miles, duty status)
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Poor customer support
Bugs and requests
Drivers Daily Log
Reported bugs
4 issues- Logs disappearing/unable to access
- Purchase issues, unable to buy more pages
- Compatibility problems with newer devices/OS
- Graphing/status change issues
Requested features
5 requests- Update app with latest HOS rules
- Add cloud backup/export options
- Improve log editing functionality
- Implement device rotation support
- Provide better customer support
ENCOMPASS® ELD
Reported bugs
5 issues- Logs driver as driving when truck is stopped
- Fails to properly record breaks and rest periods
- Issues with app crashing and logging out
- Problems with app detecting movement and changing duty status
- Inability to properly certify logs
Requested features
4 requests- Dark mode option
- Ability to manage functions and settings
- Improved personal conveyance and yard move handling
- Ability to perform inspections on trucks/trailers not in the system
In-app purchases
Drivers Daily Log
- Buy 30 Pages$1.99
- Buy 365 Pages$19.99
ENCOMPASS® ELD
No in-app purchases
Questions
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