BigRoad ELD vs TrackEnsure AOBRD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BigRoad ELD
This app helps drivers and fleets easily track hours of service and create compliant electronic logs. It offers real-time drive time calculations, proactive violation notifications, and simplifies inspections by providing an easy-to-read display. The app also eliminates paperwork by allowing digital submission of logs, inspection reports, and fuel receipts.
- FMCSA certified ELD
- Hours of Service tracking
- ELD compliant logs
- Real-time drive time calculation
- Proactive violation notifications
- Digital DVIRs
- In-app chat
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BigRoad ELD is an easy-to-use electronic logging device certified with FMCSA and 3rd Party Certified in Canada. Use it as part of the Unity Suite of software products to run your entire business smoothly and efficiently. BigRoad ELD is great for all sizes of fleets from owner operators to large multi-carrier organizations! Easily track your hours-of-service and create ELD compliant logs by connecting to one of our ELD devices. EASY, EFFORTLESS ELECTRONIC LOGS Track your Hours of Service with a few taps. US and Canadian rule sets supported. Easily edit logs according to the regulations. STOP GUESSING. START DRIVING. See how much drive time you have left with a quick glance. No more estimating and guessing – BigRoad ELD calculates your remaining time for you. Receive notifications as you approach the end of your drive, shift, and cycle to make sure you don’t go over. AVOID ERRORS. PREVENT FINES Proactive notification of errors and violations help you run in compliance to avoid costly fines and out-of-service time. Correct errors before they’re caught during an inspection. SAY GOODBYE TO PAPERWORK AND FAXES Easily send your fleet manager your logs and vehicle inspection reports. Capture and send supporting documents within the app. Record fuel purchase receipts in the app and they’ll be sent directly to the office. Stop worrying about keeping track of all those slips of paper. BREEZE THROUGH INSPECTIONS Displays a clean, easy-to-read, compliant ELD log, on-screen, for inspectors to review. Stores logs and supporting documents in one location. Display, print, email, or fax driver logs. Easily send to safety officials using supported methods when requested. STAY CONNECTED Use the simple in-app chat to keep your manager updated and connect with other drivers in your fleet. Capture and store documents and photos with your device’s camera and send them to the office from right in the app. SUPPORTS REGULATIONS THROUGHOUT THE US AND CANADA •Supports US FMCSA, DOT, and Canadian HOS rules. Specify property or passenger carrying rules, short-haul, oil field, and state rules for Alaska, California, and Texas. QUICK AND EASY DVIRS Create compliant DVIRs with just a few taps. The BigRoad ELD Mobile App is compatible with current FMCSA, DOT, and Transport Canada rules and regulations. Pair it with one of our certified ELD hardware devices to comply with the ELD mandate. Learn more at www.bigroad.com and www.fleetcomplete.com IMPORTANT NOTES We recommend keeping your phone or tablet plugged into a charger for the best GPS coverage. If the battery is low, the app will check GPS location less often. The BigRoad app asks for access to your contacts and phone so you can easily send check-in messages, documents, and copies of your log using your contact manager. We do not copy or store any of your contact information.
TrackEnsure AOBRD
This application offers an electronic logging solution for owner-operators and fleet owners, ensuring compliance with FMCSA regulations. It includes features for driver vehicle inspection reports, IFTA reporting, and driver management, all accessible through a web account for enhanced reporting and integration.
- FMCSA compliant AOBRD/HOS
- DVIR solution
- IFTA solution
- Co-driver functionality
- Driver and truck management
- Web account with reporting
- Third-party integration
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TrackEnsure AOBRD application provides Owner Operators and Fleet Owners with an Electronic Logging solution based on TrackEnsure platform. TrackEnsure AOBRD is compliant with FMCSA regulations eCFR Title 49, part 395. TrackEnsure AOBRD app provides the following features in one convenient package: * FMCSA compliant AOBRD/HOS solution; * DVIR solution; * IFTA solution; * Easy to use co-driver functionality; * Driver management; * Truck management; * A web TrackEnsure account; A web TrackEnsure account provides the following: * Reporting; * Client shipment tracking ability; * Integration with third party solutions; * Automation of dispatch, safety, maintenance and other processes; * Fuel fraud prevention solution; * Fuel cost calculation and invoice verification solution; TrackEnsure platform is working towards providing Owner Operators and Fleet Managers with a solid logistics platform and with ability to network with other fleets for mutual advantage. * Continued use of GPS and bluetooth running in the background might decrease battery life. When using the app, consider plugging the device into a power outlet.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: TrackEnsure AOBRD at 5.0 against BigRoad ELD's 3.9. TrackEnsure AOBRD also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). BigRoad ELD's advantage is ratings volume (3.1K vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TrackEnsure AOBRD holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BigRoad ELD has 3.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
BigRoad ELD ships an update monthly, TrackEnsure AOBRD every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BigRoad ELD | TrackEnsure AOBRD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (3.1K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 47.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3.1K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Complete Innovations Inc | TrackEnsure Incorporated |
Customer experience
BigRoad ELD
TrackEnsure AOBRD
Bugs and requests
BigRoad ELD
Reported bugs
6 issues- Disconnects from truck frequently
- Inaccurate mileage and location tracking
- Automatically switches to driving mode
- Logs incorrect duty status changes
- Crashes and freezes app
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- Unable to edit logs properly
Requested features
5 requests- Allow more log editing options
- Improve automatic duty status changes
- Add daylight/sunset indicator for oversized loads
- Improve sync with truck and location tracking
- Provide better customer support
TrackEnsure AOBRD
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BigRoad ELD
No in-app purchases
TrackEnsure AOBRD
No in-app purchases
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