Trusted by fleets across West Africa
Proprietary hardware lock-in vs 1,500 compatible trackers with no contract.
Cartrack offers basic GPS tracking from ~$6/vehicle/month but ties fleets to proprietary hardware and tiered plans where kill switch and advanced features sit on premium tiers. Traxelio is hardware-agnostic across 1,500+ tracker models with kill switch included on every plan at $29/vehicle/month.
Trusted by fleets across West Africa
Monthly price / vehicle
Hardware
Kill switch
Our Verdict
Traxelio wins on features at comparable price. Cartrack locks you into proprietary hardware; Traxelio supports 1,500+ tracker models and includes kill switch, predictive maintenance, and team management at $29/vehicle/month with no contract required.
The product
Live map, trip history, alerts, geo-zones, and remote immobilizer all run on the phone you already carry. No VPN, no separate desktop install, no IT ticket to add a vehicle.
At a Glance
GPS fleet tracking for SMBs
Enterprise-grade GPS fleet tracking built for SMB fleets. All features included, no long-term contracts, compatible with 1,500+ GPS tracker models.
Monthly price
$29 / vehicle
Contract
No commitment
Hardware
1,500+ compatible trackers
Best for
Fleets of 1-100 vehicles
Fleet telematics platform
Fleet tracking provider with broad regional presence. Offers entry-level to advanced plans with proprietary hardware. JSE-listed company.
Genuine strengths
Lowest entry price tier in its segment: basic plans from ~$6/vehicle/month.
Broad regional brand recognition across multiple markets.
JSE-listed stability: publicly traded company with regulatory accountability.
Monthly price
From $6-$20+/vehicle/month
Contract
12-month typical, some monthly options
Hardware
Proprietary · $100-165/unit
Best for
Fleets wanting basic GPS tracking at the lowest possible monthly cost
Pricing
Use the calculator below to compare your real monthly bill.
Estimated annual savings with Traxelio:
Based on public pricing estimates. Actual savings may vary.
Honest Assessment
We believe in transparent comparisons. Here are the scenarios where Cartrack has a real edge.
Lowest entry price tier in its segment: basic plans from ~$6/vehicle/month.
Broad regional brand recognition across multiple markets.
JSE-listed stability: publicly traded company with regulatory accountability.
If none of these apply to your fleet, Traxelio delivers more value for less, with no long-term contract risk.
Start freeAnalysis
Bring your own GPS tracker: 1,500+ compatible devices vs Cartrack's proprietary hardware.
Kill switch, predictive maintenance, and team management included at $29/vehicle/month.
No contract lock-in: month-to-month plans with no minimum fleet size.
Multilingual platform (FR, EN, ES, PT, DE, IT, JA) usable by any fleet.
Proprietary hardware required: no bring-your-own-device support.
Basic plans lack advanced features like kill switch and predictive maintenance.
Annual contracts are typical, with monthly options not always available.
Replacing or upgrading hardware mid-contract requires a new device order through Cartrack, not aftermarket sourcing.
Feature Matrix
| Feature | Traxelio | Cartrack |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware-agnostic (BYOD GPS) | ||
| Kill switch on base plan | ||
| Predictive maintenance | ||
| Contract length | Month-to-month | 12 months typical |
| Self-serve onboarding | ||
| AI dashcam | ||
| API access | ||
| All features at base price | ||
| Cartrack-specific capabilities | ||
| Lowest Entry Price (~$6/month basic plan) Cartrack leads | ||
Time to Value
How long before your fleet is fully operational? Here is what the onboarding journey looks like for each platform.
Day 1
Sign up online, self-service onboarding, no sales call
Day 2
Add your GPS trackers (1,500+ compatible models)
Day 3
Invite your team and configure alerts and geo-zones
Week 1-2
Fleet fully operational and tracked
Wk 1-2
Sales discovery call and requirements gathering
Wk 3-4
Proposal, contract negotiation, and signing
Wk 5-6
Hardware procurement and vehicle installation
Wk 7-4
Staff training and full go-live
Customer Support
When something goes wrong, who has your back?
| Support Category | Traxelio | Cartrack |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | 24/7 | Business hours |
| Phone support | ||
| Avg. response time | < 12 hours | 4-48 hours |
| Dedicated success manager | All plans | Not available |
| Self-service setup | Requires sales call |
Decision Guide
Fleets that want kill switch, predictive maintenance, and team management included on every plan, with the freedom to bring their own GPS hardware.
Start freeFleets wanting basic GPS tracking at the lowest possible monthly cost
Note: may require enterprise sales process and multi-year commitment.
Run Cartrack where its marketplace is irreplaceable, run Traxelio on the rest of your fleet. The Traxelio API exposes trips, positions, and events so both stacks can co-exist while you decide.
Talk to a humanWhat the industry says
Quoted analysts and associations have not endorsed Traxelio. Their work frames the market we operate in.
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Migration
Complexity: Easy: export your fleet data and use compatible OBD-II or hardwired trackers on Traxelio.
Export your fleet data
Download your vehicle list, driver roster, and historical reports from Cartrack before canceling.
Check hardware compatibility
Traxelio supports 1,500+ GPS tracker models. Your existing devices may work as-is. If not, Traxelio-supplied trackers start at $30 (one-time, no monthly markup).
Start your Traxelio trial
Sign up in minutes, no sales call required. Add your vehicles and trackers to verify everything works before canceling your existing plan.
Migrate your team
Invite drivers and managers, configure alerts and geo-zones, and replicate your existing workflows in the Traxelio dashboard.
Cancel your old subscription
Once your team is set up and happy, cancel your Cartrack account. Check your contract terms for notice periods.
FAQ
On entry pricing, yes ($6 vs $29). However, Cartrack's $6 plan is basic-only — kill switch and advanced features live on premium tiers near or above Traxelio's $29 flat price.
Cartrack hardware is proprietary, but Traxelio supports 1,500+ alternative trackers, so you can source a compatible device at lower cost.
Typically 12 months, though some monthly options exist. Traxelio is month-to-month from day one.
Pricing and feature data sourced from public reviews and official pages, last reviewed May 2026. Actual quotes may vary by fleet size and region.
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Start tracking your fleet with Traxelio at $29/vehicle/month. All features included, no long-term contracts, 1,500+ compatible trackers.