Comparison

VOLT ELD vs HOS App

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

Head to head
About

VOLT ELD

Features
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ELD is an FMCSA approved and registered electronic logbook that offers truck drivers a way to log their hours of service using their own iPhone or iPad. ELD is fully compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations CFR 49 Sections 395.15, concerning automatic onboard recording devices (AOBRD) and Section 395.20 regarding electronic logging devices (ELD).

About

HOS App

This app helps commercial drivers stay compliant with FMCSA regulations using an electronic logbook. It offers easy setup, real-time tracking of hours, location, speed, and mileage, with timely alerts to prevent violations. DVIR reporting and DOT inspection readiness are also included.

Highlights
  • FMCSA-compliant ELD
  • Driver logbook
  • Automated duty status
  • HOS violation alerts
  • DVIR reporting
  • DOT inspection-ready logs
Features
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Stay compliant and keep moving. ELD App is an FMCSA-registered electronic logbook trusted by commercial drivers across the USA. Simple setup, easy daily use, and real human support when you need it. Connect your ELD device in minutes with true plug-and-play installation. If you need help, our support team is ready to assist. Built for truck drivers — no clutter, no confusing menus. Log your hours with ease, track location, speed, and mileage in real time, and stay ahead of violations with HOS alerts at 1 hour, 30 minutes, 15 minutes, and 5 minutes before limits are reached. Key features: • FMCSA-compliant ELD • Driver logbook & automated duty status • HOS violation alerts • DVIR reporting • DOT inspection-ready logs • Multi-device support No contracts. No hassle. Just compliance you can rely on.

Screenshots

VOLT ELD4 screens
HOS App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HOS App at weekly against VOLT ELD's every 3 months. VOLT ELD's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VOLT ELD ships an update every 3 months, HOS App weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
VOLT ELD versus HOS App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVOLT ELDHOS App
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoad Star, IncLucid ELD Inc

In-app purchases

None

VOLT ELD

No in-app purchases

None

HOS App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VOLT ELD free?
VOLT ELD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HOS App free?
HOS App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VOLT ELD or HOS App have ads?
Neither VOLT ELD nor HOS App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VOLT ELD or HOS App?
VOLT ELD ships an update every 3 months, and HOS App weekly. Most recently, VOLT ELD was updated on October 10, 2026 and HOS App on September 30, 2026.

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