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# ActiveTransportation™ vs SAP Transportation Management Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**ActiveTransportation™** [

4.6/5(11)

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**SAP Transportation Management** [

4.3/5(89)

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Pricing

**ActiveTransportation™**
No pricing available

**SAP Transportation Management**
Free Trial

No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

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Pros & Cons

**ActiveTransportation™**
Not enough data

**SAP Transportation Management**
[
Ease of Use (19)
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Logistics Efficiency (12)
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Not User-Friendly (9)
](https://www.g2.com/products/sap-transportation-management/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2325196&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Poor Interface Design (9)
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Integrations

**ActiveTransportation™**
Not enough data

**SAP Transportation Management**
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Ratings

Meets Requirements

**ActiveTransportation™**

9.5

9.511

**SAP Transportation Management**

8.1

8.141

Ease of Use

**ActiveTransportation™**

8.6

8.611

**SAP Transportation Management**

8.0

8.047

Ease of Setup

**ActiveTransportation™**
Not enough data

**SAP Transportation Management**

7.5

7.536

Ease of Admin

**ActiveTransportation™**
Not enough data

**SAP Transportation Management**

7.7

7.710

Quality of Support

**ActiveTransportation™**

9.1

9.111

**SAP Transportation Management**

8.4

8.439

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**ActiveTransportation™**
Not enough data

**SAP Transportation Management**

8.7

8.710

Product Direction (% positive)

**ActiveTransportation™**

8.8

8.810

**SAP Transportation Management**

8.9

8.941

Features

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)[Hide 54 FeaturesShow 54 Features](javascript:void(0);)

9.0

5

8.5

34

Fleet Optimization

Load Optimization

9.3(won by 0.9)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.4

21

Route Planning

9.7(won by 1.0)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.7

21

Carrier Selection

9.7(won by 1.1)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.6

19

Tracking

9.7(won by 1.1)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.6

19

Route Optimization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Live Driver Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Status Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Order Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Delivery Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Shipment Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Location Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Visibility

Notifications

9.0(won by 1.0)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.0

15

ETAs

7.3

5

8.4(won by 1.1)

15

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

In Transit

7.0

5

8.9(won by 1.9)

25

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Transportation

Modes

9.3(won by 1.0)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.3

16

Yard Management

8.7(won by 0.9)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.8

13

Planning

8.7

5

9.0(won by 0.3)

25

Freight Invoice

Not enough data

8.4(won by default)

17

Automated Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Fleet Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Inventory Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Carrier Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Work Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Shipping Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Supplier Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Communication Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Dispatch Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customer Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Employee Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Integrations

Warehouse management systems

9.0(won by 0.3)

5

8.7

17

ERP Systems

9.7(won by 0.6)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

9.1

23

Accounting

Not enough data

8.3(won by default)

15

Analytics

Performance

9.3(won by 1.0)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.3

21

Driver performance

9.3(won by 1.4)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.9

14

Actionable insights

9.0(won by 0.5)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.5

20

Additional Functionality

Mobile App

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

EDI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Quotes/Estimates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Billing & Invoicing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Geographic Maps

Not enough data

Not enough data

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Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Shipping Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Order Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

3PL Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Accounting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Updates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Inventory Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Automated Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Location

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

EDI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Strategic Planning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

CRM

Not enough data

Not enough data

Dispatch Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Returns Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Fleet Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Demand Forecasting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcoding/RFID

Not enough data

Not enough data

Label Printing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Supply Chain Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Quotes/Estimates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Billing & Invoicing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Route Optimization

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Transportation Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Supplier Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Delivery Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Warehouse Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Work Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Geographic Maps

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile Access

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Shipping Labels

Not enough data

Not enough data

Purchase Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customer Database

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Cross Docking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Delivery Record

Not enough data

Not enough data

eCommerce Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

For eCommerce

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Website Integration

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real Time Comparisons

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Labeling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Location Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Package Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Performance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile Alerts

Not enough data

Not enough data

For Freight Operations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audit Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Role-Based Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Historical Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Predictive Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Cost Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Invoice Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Delivery Estimate

Not enough data

Not enough data

Status Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![ActiveTransportation™](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_5062fc9356485f7f75a8e5dd4b33ca0c/activetransportation.png "ActiveTransportation™")](https://www.g2.com/products/activetransportation/reviews)

ActiveTransportation™

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

27.3%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

27.3%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

45.5%

[![SAP Transportation Management](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/7ff24fefdb8cc17f461e8084346fd686/sap-transportation-management.svg "SAP Transportation Management")](https://www.g2.com/products/sap-transportation-management/reviews)

SAP Transportation Management

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

30.1%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

28.8%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

41.1%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

27.3%

30.1%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

27.3%

28.8%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

45.5%

41.1%

Reviewers' Industry

[![ActiveTransportation™](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_5062fc9356485f7f75a8e5dd4b33ca0c/activetransportation.png "ActiveTransportation™")](https://www.g2.com/products/activetransportation/reviews)
ActiveTransportation™

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

36.4%

Logistics and Supply Chain

18.2%

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

9.1%

Cosmetics

9.1%

Construction

9.1%

Other

18.2%

[![SAP Transportation Management](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/7ff24fefdb8cc17f461e8084346fd686/sap-transportation-management.svg "SAP Transportation Management")](https://www.g2.com/products/sap-transportation-management/reviews)
SAP Transportation Management

Logistics and Supply Chain

20.0%

Oil & Energy

9.1%

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

7.3%

Automotive

5.5%

Computer Software

5.5%

Other

52.7%

FAQs

## ActiveTransportation™ vs SAP Transportation Management FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 16, 2026

### What is the difference between ActiveTransportation™ vs SAP Transportation Management?

ActiveTransportation™ stands out for higher reviewer satisfaction on support and ease of use, while SAP Transportation Management is more widely reviewed and recognized for its logistics efficiency and integration capabilities.

| [ActiveTransportation™](https://www.g2.com/products/activetransportation/reviews) | [SAP Transportation Management](https://www.g2.com/products/sap-transportation-management/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.6/5 (11 reviews) | 4.3/5 (86 reviews) |
| — | Enterprise |
| — | 7.5 |
| 9.1 | 8.4 |
| User-friendly and efficient for day-to-day operations | Logistics efficiency and strong integration with SAP ERP (12 and 9 all-time mentions) |

### How do the pricing models of ActiveTransportation™ and SAP Transportation Management compare?

ActiveTransportation™ is rated higher for value, with reviewers expressing greater satisfaction with its cost compared to SAP Transportation Management.

- **ActiveTransportation™:** Reviewers highlight low software cost and quick financial benefits, describing it as efficient and cost-effective.
- **SAP Transportation Management:** Reviewers frequently mention high overall cost and note that implementation and customization can be expensive.

### What are the best alternatives to ActiveTransportation™ and SAP Transportation Management?

The top three alternatives to ActiveTransportation™ and SAP Transportation Management are Descartes Aljex, project44, and —.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [ActiveTransportation™](https://www.g2.com/products/activetransportation/reviews) | 4.6/5 (11 reviews) | — | Reviewers highlight low software cost | User-friendly and efficient for day-to-day operations |
| [SAP Transportation Management](https://www.g2.com/products/sap-transportation-management/reviews) | 4.3/5 (86 reviews) | Enterprise | Reviewers frequently mention high overall cost | Logistics efficiency and strong integration with SAP ERP |
| [Descartes Aljex](https://www.g2.com/products/descartes-aljex/reviews) | 4.6/5 (431 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |
| [project44](https://www.g2.com/products/project44/reviews) | 4.7/5 (734 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |

### Which Transportation Management Systems (TMS) features should I prioritize when comparing ActiveTransportation™ and SAP Transportation Management?

Buyers comparing ActiveTransportation™ and SAP Transportation Management should prioritize ease of use, quality of support, integrations, planning, and cost management.

- **Ease of Use:** ActiveTransportation™ scores 8.6; SAP Transportation Management scores 8.0. SAP Transportation Management has 19 all-time mentions for ease of use.
- **Quality of Support:** ActiveTransportation™ scores 9.1; SAP Transportation Management scores 8.4.
- **Integrations:** SAP Transportation Management has 9 all-time mentions for integrations and 5 for easy integrations.
- **Planning:** SAP Transportation Management is frequently cited for advanced planning and optimization features.
- **Cost Management:** SAP Transportation Management has 9 all-time mentions for cost saving, while ActiveTransportation™ is praised in recent reviews for low software cost.

### What are the pros and cons of ActiveTransportation™ vs SAP Transportation Management?

ActiveTransportation™ is strongest in user-friendliness and support, while SAP Transportation Management excels in logistics efficiency and integration, with trade-offs in complexity and cost.

- **ActiveTransportation™ strengths:** Reviewers highlight user-friendly design, efficient day-to-day operations, and high satisfaction with support (score: 9.1).
- **ActiveTransportation™ trade-offs:** Some reviewers mention a learning curve for advanced features and occasional navigation challenges.
- **SAP Transportation Management strengths:** Logistics efficiency (12 all-time mentions), strong integration with SAP ERP (9 mentions), advanced planning, and automation features.
- **SAP Transportation Management trade-offs:** Not user-friendly (9 mentions), poor interface design (9), slow speed (7), slow implementation (6), expensive (5), and limited customization (4).

### Is ActiveTransportation™ or SAP Transportation Management better for small businesses?

ActiveTransportation™ is better suited for small businesses, as reviewers highlight its efficiency and ease of use without the complexity and cost concerns noted for SAP Transportation Management.

- **ActiveTransportation™:** No largest segment data, but reviewers consistently praise its user-friendliness and quick setup, making it accessible for smaller teams.
- **SAP Transportation Management:** Largest segment is Enterprise, and reviewers frequently cite complexity, high cost, and a steep learning curve, which can be challenging for small businesses.

### Which Transportation Management Systems (TMS) platform has better integrations?

SAP Transportation Management is favored for integrations, with reviewers citing its strong integration with SAP ERP and related modules.

- **ActiveTransportation™:** Reviewers mention integration with Emerge and aljex, describing integration as easy and reliable in recent reviews.
- **SAP Transportation Management:** Integrations with SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, and SAP EWM are cited in 9 all-time mentions, with 5 mentions for easy integrations.

### How do ActiveTransportation™ and SAP Transportation Management compare on customer support?

ActiveTransportation™ leads on Quality of Support with a 0.7-point advantage over SAP Transportation Management (9.1 vs 8.4).

- **ActiveTransportation™:** Reviewers consistently praise responsive and helpful support, with multiple reviews rating support at 7.0 and describing it as superior.
- **SAP Transportation Management:** Reviewers note generally good support, but some mention the need for specialized expertise and slower response times for complex issues.

### Which is easier to implement, ActiveTransportation™ or SAP Transportation Management?

SAP Transportation Management and ActiveTransportation™ are rated at parity on Ease of Setup, with SAP Transportation Management scoring 7.5 and reviewers describing both as straightforward to implement with some complexity for advanced features.

- **ActiveTransportation™:** Reviewers describe setup as quick and easy, with minimal training required for basic use, though advanced features may require more onboarding.
- **SAP Transportation Management:** Reviewers note that initial setup is generally easy, but configuration and customization can be complex and time-consuming, especially for larger organizations or advanced workflows.

### Which product has better Planning?

SAP Transportation Management is more frequently cited for Planning, with reviewers highlighting its advanced planning and optimization features.

- **ActiveTransportation™:** Reviewers describe the platform as efficient for day-to-day operations and shipment status tracking, but do not specifically highlight advanced planning features.
- **SAP Transportation Management:** Reviewers consistently mention advanced planning, route optimization, and load-building capabilities, with multiple all-time mentions for planning and optimization features.

Alternatives

**ActiveTransportation™ Alternatives**

 ![Descartes Aljex](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/28bb2e7077d84307d9fe6e000744eddc/descartes-aljex.svg "Descartes Aljex")

[
Descartes Aljex
](/products/descartes-aljex/reviews)

 ![project44](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/74ab93f87023e3593ca1f89220b6cdf5/project44.svg "project44")

[
project44
](/products/project44/reviews)

 ![FarEye](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/99b7945d34059a2bc04ab6ae0f671c84/fareye.svg "FarEye")

[
FarEye
](/products/fareye/reviews)

 ![Oracle Transportation Management Cloud](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_d6c94840fa4ec315ee6910add1f45c75/oracle-transportation-management-cloud.jpg "Oracle Transportation Management Cloud")

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**SAP Transportation Management Alternatives**

 ![Descartes Aljex](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/28bb2e7077d84307d9fe6e000744eddc/descartes-aljex.svg "Descartes Aljex")

[
Descartes Aljex
](/products/descartes-aljex/reviews)

 ![project44](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/74ab93f87023e3593ca1f89220b6cdf5/project44.svg "project44")

[
project44
](/products/project44/reviews)

 ![FarEye](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/99b7945d34059a2bc04ab6ae0f671c84/fareye.svg "FarEye")

[
FarEye
](/products/fareye/reviews)

 ![Oracle Transportation Management Cloud](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_d6c94840fa4ec315ee6910add1f45c75/oracle-transportation-management-cloud.jpg "Oracle Transportation Management Cloud")

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Oracle Transportation...
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