Beame Mobile vs Mercadoo Driver

Beame, a brand by Powerfleet, ensures your stolen vehicle recovery is ‘Simply Sorted’, in the unfortunate event of a car theft or a hijacking, Beame offers a recovery service with one of the highest recovery rates on the market. The Beame Smartphone App makes it easy to check on your unit’s status, check your battery health, report a stolen vehicle, request your insurance certificate, sign up for the Beame Protect service or register a claim if you already subscribe to the Beame Protect Service. The app is free to download and can be used by all Beame customers. If you have an active Beame account, please access WhatsApp, or email customercare@beame.co.za or call 0860 BEAME1 (0860 232 631) for your app login credentials. The status on the app indicates whether your Beame unit is working and if the battery needs replacement – if you see a thumbs down then there may be a problem with the unit and you should contact us to resolve this via Whatsapp. Please note: Beame is for stolen vehicle RECOVERY ONLY. It's not a tracking service which enables you to view the live movement of your car on a map, however it is meant to display area based locations for when your vehicle is seen on the network. Our sophisticated technology enables us to find your vehicle once you report it as stolen. How does the Beame service work? The small, wireless device is installed into vehicles, trailers, caravans, motorcycles and quad bikes by one of our approved fitment centres. The installation is quick and easy as it is not connected to the car’s battery or wiring. The Beame device has a Lifetime Warranty and is powered by a battery that lasts for at least 3 years, after which it will be replaced at no charge (T&C’s apply). National Network coverage ensures your vehicle is covered anywhere in South Africa. Jamming Detect technology can detect vehicle jamming to alert the Control Centre, helping to combat vehicle theft. Beame is approved by all major insurance companies, and with VESA approval and ABS certification, you can rest assured that Beame offers the best stolen vehicle recovery service. Find out more here. Key Features: Wireless and non-intrusive installation Quick installation National network coverage Approved by major insurers Dedicated recovery teams Free recovery* Confidence checks Jamming detection for automated recovery Low battery alert Lifetime warranty* Smartphone App available *T&Cs apply

Mercadoo E-Hailing – Platform Description Mercadoo is a proudly South African, black-owned e-hailing platform designed to put safety, transparency, and driver empowerment at the centre of urban mobility. Built for local realities, Mercadoo connects verified riders with vetted driver partners through a secure, technology-enabled ecosystem that prioritises human oversight, real-time monitoring, and accountable service delivery. Unlike conventional ride-hailing platforms that rely solely on automated systems, Mercadoo integrates a 24/7 human control room, mandatory in-vehicle safety cameras (supported by performance-based incentives), and ID verification with selfie confirmation protocols for users. Riders can view verified driver details before pickup, and trips are monitored through intelligent risk systems to proactively detect and respond to safety threats. Mercadoo operates on a partnership model with driver associations, ensuring fair participation, structured benefits, and sustainable earnings. Drivers are treated as valued partners, supported through safety infrastructure, performance incentives, and transparent payout systems. Our mission is to restore trust in e-hailing by creating a platform where passengers feel secure, drivers feel protected, and communities benefit from a safer, more accountable mobility network. Mercadoo: Built for the people, not just the trips