Trusted by fleets across West Africa
Both platforms offer GPS fleet tracking, but they target very different fleets.
Motive (formerly KeepTruckin) costs $25-$40 per vehicle per month for ELD compliance and GPS fleet tracking, locked to its proprietary Vehicle Gateway hardware on a 1-3 year contract. Traxelio is hardware-agnostic, supports 1,500+ tracker models, costs $29 per vehicle per month, and bills month-to-month with no minimum commitment.
Trusted by fleets across West Africa
Starting price
Contract
Hardware models supported
Our Verdict
Choose Traxelio if you want hardware-agnostic GPS, no contract, and any fleet size. Choose Motive if you run US trucking and need ELD compliance with mature AI dashcams.
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
Formerly KeepTruckin. AI-powered fleet management built for US trucking ELD compliance.
Genuine strengths
Mature AI dashcam product line with established safety analytics.
Native US ELD compliance and FMCSA-certified hours-of-service.
Strong enterprise SLAs and dedicated customer success managers.
Monthly price
$25-$40/vehicle/month
Contract
1-3 year minimum
Best for
US trucking fleets needing ELD compliance and AI dashcams
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 Motive has a real edge.
Mature AI dashcam product line with established safety analytics.
Native US ELD compliance and FMCSA-certified hours-of-service.
Strong enterprise SLAs and dedicated customer success managers.
If none of these apply to your fleet, Traxelio delivers more value for less, with no long-term contract risk.
Start freeAnalysis
Traxelio at $29/vehicle/month vs Motive's $25-$40: same GPS tracking at a lower per-vehicle cost.
Hardware-agnostic: 1,500+ supported tracker models vs Motive's proprietary gateway.
Month-to-month billing, cancel anytime. No 1-3 year minimum.
Self-serve onboarding without a sales call. Live in days, not weeks.
Kill switch and immobilizer included on every plan.
WhatsApp and SMS alerts for instant team notifications.
Proprietary hardware lock-in: Motive Vehicle Gateway only, no BYOD.
1-3 year contract minimum is friction for SMBs evaluating options.
Sales-led signup means onboarding takes weeks, not days.
Per-vehicle cost is 25-100% above Traxelio's Premium plan.
Built for North American trucking compliance (FMCSA), so feature releases prioritize US/Canada workflows over emerging-market fleets.
Minimum recommended fleet size of around 10 vehicles makes it costly for owner-operators or pilots.
Feature Matrix
| Feature | Traxelio | Motive |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware-agnostic (BYOD GPS) | ||
| Minimum fleet size | 1 vehicle | 10+ recommended |
| Contract length | Month-to-month | 1-3 years |
| Languages supported | FR, EN, ES, PT, DE, IT, JA | EN, ES |
| Self-serve onboarding | ||
| WhatsApp ops channel | ||
| AI dashcam | ||
| Best-fit use case | Any fleet, any geography | US trucking ELD compliance |
| Motive-specific capabilities | ||
| ELD compliance (US FMCSA) US-only mandate | ||
| DOT/IFTA reporting US-specific | ||
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 5-9
Hardware procurement and vehicle installation
Wk 10-12
Staff training and full go-live
Customer Support
When something goes wrong, who has your back?
| Support Category | Traxelio | Motive |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | 24/7 WhatsApp | Business hours |
| Phone support | ||
| Avg. response time | <2h | 24h SLA |
| Dedicated success manager | Available on Premium | Enterprise only |
| Self-service setup | Requires sales call |
Decision Guide
Fleets of any size that want hardware-agnostic GPS, transparent monthly pricing, and self-serve onboarding.
Start freeUS trucking fleets needing ELD compliance and AI dashcams
Note: may require enterprise sales process and multi-year commitment.
Run Motive 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.
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Quoted analysts and associations have not endorsed Traxelio. Their work frames the market we operate in.
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Migration
Complexity: Low
Export your fleet data
Download your vehicle list, driver roster, and historical reports from Motive 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 Motive account. Check your contract terms for notice periods.
FAQ
Yes. Traxelio's Premium plan starts at $29/vehicle/month vs Motive's published $25-$40/vehicle/month range. The exact savings depend on fleet size and contract length.
Almost certainly. Traxelio supports 1,500+ tracker models including most Teltonika, Concox, Queclink, Ruptela, and Sinotrack devices.
Not currently. ELD is a US FMCSA mandate for trucking; if you operate US-regulated trucks and need certified ELD, Motive remains the better choice. Traxelio is built for global fleet operators outside that compliance scope.
There is no minimum contract. Traxelio bills month-to-month and you can cancel at any time.
Yes. Dashcam hardware is available through the Traxelio store and integrates with the platform.
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.