ENCOMPASS® ELD vs TruLogELD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ENCOMPASS® ELD
This app helps commercial drivers electronically capture hours-of-service data, replacing paper logs. It ensures compliance with ELD mandates and offers real-time alerts to prevent violations. Supports various vehicle classes and industry-specific rulesets.
- Mandate-compliant ELD
- Hours of service compliance alerts
- Support for various HOS rulesets
- Roadside inspection mode
- Electronic vehicle inspections (EDVIRs)
- Mobile messaging
- Team driving and exempt logging support
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The J. J. Keller® Encompass® ELD app is the industry’s most simple, flexible and affordable driver electronic log. Formerly known as KellerMobile, this patented ELD mandate-compliant solution is used by commercial motor vehicle drivers to electronically capture hours-of-service duty status information, replacing the driver’s paper log book. The app uses a driver-friendly interface to present hours-of-service data to drivers, helping them optimize their on-duty and driving hours and reduce the risk of violations. The solution works with class 1-8 vehicles and offers many industry and state-specific HOS rulesets, accommodating exempt, non-regulated, and team drivers. The Encompass® ELD app is compliant with ELD (Part 395 Subpart B and Part 395 Appendix) rules and is listed on the FMCSA ELD registry. The Encompass® ELD app is part of the J. J. Keller® Encompass® Fleet Management System, which uses the J. J. Keller® electronic logging device and the Encompass® back office portal. HOW DOES IT WORK: Hours-of-service and telematics data is captured via a hardline adapter from the engine’s diagnostic port into the ELD hardware. The hardware continuously records and stores engine data. Data is transmitted via Bluetooth from the hardware to the Encompass® ELD application on drivers’ iPhone® or iPad® devices. Hours-of-service data and alerts are presented to the drivers in real time using compliance rulesets determined by the company. Data from the iPhone® or iPad® device is transmitted via cellular connection to the Encompass® online back office portal for hours-of-service auditing, reporting and recordkeeping. APP FEATURES: MANDATE-COMPLIANT ELD – Solution is compliant with the final FMCSA mandate. Regulatory and technology updates are delivered over-the-air and require no hardware swap outs. HOS COMPLIANCE ALERTS - App continuously checks drivers’ hours against the current DOT hours-of-service rules and company rulesets, and presents alerts to drivers of impending violations. HOS RULE SETS – App supports state and industry rulesets, including US 60/70, US and Texas Oil Field, Canadian Cycle 1 & 2, US Construction, 100 & 150 Air-Mile Exempt, and more. ROADSIDE INSPECTION MODE – Supports ELD requirements for roadside inspection protocol, including mobile display and Telematics Data Transfer method. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INSPECTIONS (EDVIRs) – Driver-friendly interface supports pre- and post-trip inspection process, customized criteria, and photo capture of defects. MOBILE MESSAGES – Allows for the quick and efficient exchange of information between the back office and drivers. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONALITY - Supports team driving, hyrail, personal conveyance, exempt logging, border crossing, and more. FLEXIBILITY – App can be used with the J. J. Keller® Compliance Tablet™ or the driver’s own smart device. DOT DRIVER AND VEHICLE COMPLIANCE RECORDKEEPING – Includes Encompass back-office DOT driver and vehicle compliance recordkeeping features for driver qualification, alcohol and drug program management, hiring, and more. DEDICATED DRIVER SUPPORT – Drivers receive 24/7 technical support and Roadside Inspection assistance. A dedicated support team ensures quick resolution on technical issues. DEDICATED COMPANY SUPPORT – Users receive complimentary amenities, including DataQs Challenge Service; DOT Expert Help from our subject-matter experts; regulatory webcasts; an online support site with training videos, FAQs, user guides; and an online training library (Spring 2020). OPTIONAL ADD-ON SOLUTIONS – Options include Dash Cam Pro, performance management, and navigation. COMPLIANCE EXPERTISE - This patented technology was developed by the industry’s leader in regulatory compliance and driver logging since 1953 and is covered by U.S. patents and patents pending. See JJKeller.com/patents.
TruLogELD
This app helps commercial drivers comply with electronic logging device (ELD) regulations. It tracks hours of service, generates driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs), and offers fleet management features like real-time tracking and messaging.
- Electronic Hours of Service Tracking
- Digital DVIRs with Photo Annotation
- GPS-Enabled Location Tracking
- Cloud Backup and Data Synchronization
- Fleet Routing and Real-Time Tracking
- In-App Messaging for Operators
- Document Scanning and Electronic Signatures
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Description If you are struggling with your ELD or even still on paper logs now is the time to switch to RoadReady's TruLogELD! TruLogELD is an electronic logbook to track your hours of service, create your DVIRs, and take pictures that you can draw on and attach to the inspection. You can also electronically sign your Log and your DVIR. Our GPS enabled app tracks the time and specific location where all your activities happen. It even connects to your account on the cloud that backs up and saves all your log entries. And we manufacture a plugin for both older and newer engine types so when you are ready TruLogELD will get you there. TruLogELD also has a product that extends the electronic logbook that will allow you to route and track your entire fleet. It provides real-time route times, maps, asset tracking, drop in schedule items, and in-app messaging to your operators. You can also scan bar codes on your documents with the device camera and electronically drop signatures right on the document. You can attach any document you want and have it electronically signed by the receiver and get immediate notification to your billing department. TruLogELD will also allow you to track mileage and fuel consumption for each or your assets. TruLogELD provides . . . Location Visualization Track where your fleet is in real time, including where they were when they arrived and departed their stops! Intuitive Management Use mobile devices and office workstations to get workers where you need them when you need them! Improve Invoicing & Time Cards Get completely accurate time and location records by job and activity. It's everything you need to be ELD compliant and manage your fleet!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: ENCOMPASS® ELD at 4.0 against TruLogELD's 3.0. ENCOMPASS® ELD also leads on ratings volume (925 vs 2). TruLogELD's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). 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.
ENCOMPASS® ELD holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ENCOMPASS® ELD has 925 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ENCOMPASS® ELD | TruLogELD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (925 ratings) — better | 3.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 18.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 925 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 139 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. | Mark Rupert |
Customer experience
ENCOMPASS® ELD
TruLogELD
Bugs and requests
ENCOMPASS® ELD
Reported bugs
5 issues- Logs driver as driving when truck is stopped
- Fails to properly record breaks and rest periods
- Issues with app crashing and logging out
- Problems with app detecting movement and changing duty status
- Inability to properly certify logs
Requested features
4 requests- Dark mode option
- Ability to manage functions and settings
- Improved personal conveyance and yard move handling
- Ability to perform inspections on trucks/trailers not in the system
TruLogELD
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ENCOMPASS® ELD
No in-app purchases
TruLogELD
No in-app purchases







