Comparison

HubMobile vs Gearbox Prestart

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

HubMobile

This app connects field workers like drivers and contractors to their company's FMS system. It allows real-time job management, communication, and progress tracking for improved efficiency.

Highlights
  • Receive and manage jobs in real-time
  • Update proof of delivery (PODs)
  • Seamless team messaging
  • Live GPS progress tracking
  • Company FMS system integration
Features
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Streamline Your Fieldwork with HubMobile HubMobile is the essential tool for Drivers, Contractors, Sales Reps, and Managers using Hub Systems’ FMS application. Whether you’re on the road or in the field, HubMobile lets you stay connected and efficient with your iPhone or iPad. Key Features: • Receive and Manage Jobs: Access your assignments, query job details, and update PODs—all in real-time. • Seamless Communication: Instantly message your team and receive updates directly from your company’s FMS system. • Live Progress Tracking: Despatchers can follow your location with constant GPS updates, enabling more efficient job allocation. Getting Started is Easy: 1. Download and install HubMobile. 2. Contact your company to get their unique ID number. 3. Enter the ID number in the setup screen and tap “Authenticate” to request access. 4. Once approved, log in with your password and start working! Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can significantly reduce battery life. Need Help? For support or suggestions, please reach out to your despatcher or contact Hub Systems Support directly. Please do not use the App Review process for support inquiries.

About

Gearbox Prestart

Streamline maintenance and compliance with real-time electronic pre-starts and fault reports. Receive instant notifications, convert reports to work orders, and reduce paperwork for efficient fleet management.

Highlights
  • Real-time electronic pre-starts
  • Instant fault report notifications
  • Photo inclusion in fault reports
  • Convert fault reports to work orders
  • Streamlined maintenance management
  • NHVAS and compliance support
Features
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Use the Prestart App to receive Electronic Prestarts and Fault Reports in Gearbox in realtime - no more missed, lost documents. No more waiting for paperwork. Email notifications advise Fleet Managers / Mechanics of Fault Reports including photos as they happen. Convert Fault Reports directly into Workorders / Jobcards to streamline maintenance management, reduce paper work and get things done. Prestart & Gearbox - the perfect partners for NHVAS and Compliance.

Screenshots

HubMobile4 screens
Gearbox Prestart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HubMobile at fortnightly against Gearbox Prestart's every 2 months. Gearbox Prestart's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 28%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HubMobile ships an update fortnightly, Gearbox Prestart every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HubMobile versus Gearbox Prestart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHubMobileGearbox Prestart
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews27.6% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB28 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperHub SystemsEasy To Use Pty Ltd

Customer experience

HubMobile

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive27.6%
Neutral31.0%
Negative41.4%

Gearbox Prestart

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

HubMobile

No in-app purchases

None

Gearbox Prestart

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HubMobile free?
HubMobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gearbox Prestart free?
Gearbox Prestart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HubMobile or Gearbox Prestart have ads?
Neither HubMobile nor Gearbox Prestart shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HubMobile or Gearbox Prestart?
HubMobile ships an update fortnightly, and Gearbox Prestart every 2 months. Most recently, HubMobile was updated on October 29, 2026 and Gearbox Prestart on October 26, 2026.

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