Comparison

Bluedot for Fleets vs HOS Guard

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

Head to head
About

Bluedot for Fleets

This app simplifies EV charging for fleets by allowing users to pay at stations, find public chargers, and manage multiple charging sessions. Fleet managers can monitor and optimize charging efficiency through a centralized dashboard.

Highlights
  • Pay at charging stations
  • Locate public charging stations
  • Manage multiple charging sessions
  • Fleet management dashboard
  • Filter charging stations by type and speed
Features
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#1 EV Charging app for Fleets Say goodbye to the hassle of managing multiple apps for public EV charging with Bluedot! Our app gives you more ways and more places to save on charging than any other app. Pay at the station With Bluedot, you can easily pay for your charging sessions directly from the app. No need to carry multiple cards or remember login information for different charging networks. Our integrated payment system makes it simple and easy to manage all of your charging expenses from one central location. Find charging stations Locate and access all public charging stations with just one app. Bluedot's comprehensive charging station locator helps you find the nearest charging station and plan your charging stops for long road trips. Filter by station type, connector type, and charging speed to find the charging station that meets your needs. Multiple charging sessions Bluedot offers the ability to start and stop multiple charging sessions, so you can charge your EV whenever and wherever you need to. Whether you're on a long road trip or just running errands around town, Bluedot ensures that you're always powered up and ready to go. Fleet management dashboard If you're a fleet manager, Bluedot offers a convenient fleet management dashboard that allows you to monitor and manage your EV charging needs from one centralized location. Keep track of charging sessions, expenses, and driver usage to optimize your fleet's charging efficiency and minimize downtime. With its intuitive user interface and powerful features, Bluedot is the ultimate solution for drivers in EV Fleets. Download Bluedot today and experience the ultimate convenience of EV charging!

About

HOS Guard

Features
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HOSGuard keeps commercial truck drivers DOT-compliant in real time -- no ELD hardware, no fleet account, no paper logs. One violation costs $17,000 in fines, license suspension, and lost work. HOSGuard warns you before it happens. ------------------------------ REAL-TIME HOS TRACKING ------------------------------ - Live countdown of your 11-hour drive limit - 14-hour shift window clock - 30-minute break reminder (8-hour rule) - 60/70-hour weekly limit tracker - Color-coded status: green > orange > red as limits approach - Full-screen Drive Timer -- easy to glance at from the cab ------------------------------ AUTOMATED LOGBOOK ------------------------------ - One tap to log Driving, On Break, or Off Duty - Complete daily and weekly activity history - Edit past entries to correct mistakes - Notes field for shipper delays, inspections, or vehicle issues - Logbook survives background, force-quit, and reboot ------------------------------ VIOLATION ALERTS ------------------------------ - Warning at 1 hour remaining: "Plan your break now" - Critical at 15 minutes: "Find a safe place to stop" - Immediate alert when limit is exceeded - Break reminders at 8h continuous driving - Weekly limit warnings at 10h and 2h remaining ------------------------------ INSPECTION-READY PDF EXPORT [PRO] ------------------------------ - DOT-ready logbook PDF in one tap - Last 8 days (standard FMCSA inspection period) - Full month or custom date range - Driver name and license number on every page - Share via AirDrop, email, or Messages ------------------------------ PUSH NOTIFICATIONS [PRO] ------------------------------ - Alerts fire even when the app is closed - Scheduled exactly to your remaining drive time - Never miss a deadline -- even in noisy cab environments ------------------------------ BUILT FOR THE ROAD ------------------------------ - 100% offline -- works without cell signal - Large buttons and high-contrast display for sunlight readability - Dark mode support - Supports both 60/7-day and 70/8-day HOS rule sets - 30-day free trial -- full access, no credit card required ------------------------------ PREMIUM [PRO features] ------------------------------ After your 30-day free trial, choose a plan that works for you: - Monthly -- $6.99/month (7-day free trial) - Annual -- $49.99/year, save 40% (7-day free trial) - Lifetime -- $99.99 one-time, pay once and own forever Premium includes: push notifications, PDF export, ad-free experience, and unlimited logbook history. the app collects no personal data, stores all data locally on device, uses Apple's StoreKit for payments (governed by Apple's privacy policy), and optionally displays ads via Google AdMob (in a future version). ------------------------------ DISCLAIMER HOSGuard is a compliance aid for informational use. It does not replace a certified ELD device as required by FMCSA for commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR. Always verify your compliance status with your carrier or a certified ELD provider. Subscription terms: Payment charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in Account Settings. Lifetime purchase is a one-time non-consumable purchase. ------------------------------ https://huginhelm.com/support https://huginhelm.com/privacy https://huginhelm.com/terms

Screenshots

Bluedot for Fleets4 screens
HOS Guard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bluedot for Fleets at none against HOS Guard's 3. Bluedot for Fleets also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support 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. HOS Guard sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Bluedot for Fleets asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Bluedot for Fleets versus HOS Guard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBluedot for FleetsHOS Guard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBluedot Technologies, Inc.MARTIN NILS-AKE JOAKIM GRIPENBERG

In-app purchases

None

Bluedot for Fleets

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

HOS Guard

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Premium annual$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is Bluedot for Fleets free?
Bluedot for Fleets is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HOS Guard free?
HOS Guard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bluedot for Fleets or HOS Guard have ads?
Neither Bluedot for Fleets nor HOS Guard shows ads.

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