Powerfleet
7.0#7 in fleet telematics softwareAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Traccar
9.2#1 in fleet software: management, telematics and maintenanceFrom $9.95 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Powerfleet | Traccar |
|---|---|---|
| API | The partner ecosystem page describes an open API with a GraphQL schema, real-time data and query flexibility, scalable performance, and documentation and support. | Traccar provides an API for service functionality, with session-cookie, HTTP authorization-header, and bearer-token options, plus a WebSocket endpoint for live updates. |
| Integrations | The platform integrates data from devices, OEM feeds, third-party telematics, cameras, sensors and enterprise systems. | Documented integrations include Odoo, WhatsApp, Telegram, Pushover, Firebase, email and SMS notifications. |
| Public API | Powerfleet provides standard Unity APIs free to clients and uses token authentication. | The API exposes service functionality through REST endpoints with session-cookie, HTTP-header and bearer-token authentication. |
| Purpose | Unity is a cloud-based fleet management platform for real-time vehicle and asset data, fleet operations, safety, compliance, and sustainability. | Traccar is free and open-source GPS tracking software that can be self-hosted or used through managed hosting. |
| Rating on Capterra | 3.8 out of 5 from 292 reviews | 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews |
| Rating on G2 | 3.6 out of 5 from 8 reviews | 4.8 out of 5 from 2 reviews |
Powerfleet plans
- Asset InsightsPriced on request
- Basic CompliancePriced on request
- FC Vision InsightsPriced on request
- Fleet InsightsPriced on request
- Insights Solution SuitePriced on request
- Powerfleet custom pricingPriced on request
Traccar plans
- Self-hosted TraccarFree
- Tracking Account$9.95 a month
- Tracking Server$49.95 a month
Pick Powerfleet if…
Powerfleet suits businesses managing fleets or assets, including transportation, delivery, construction, government, oil and gas, mining, leasing, and rental operations. It serves organizations of different sizes.
Pick Traccar if…
Traccar suits people or organizations that need GPS tracking and are comfortable self-hosting or choosing managed hosting. It also supports users who need mobile apps, an API, or integrations with identity providers.