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Compare Motive and Samsara 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (54.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (53.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Motive
Star Rating
(2,611)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (54.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about MotiveSamsara
Star Rating
(2,969)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (53.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SamsaraSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Samsara excels in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its higher G2 Score of 99.06 compared to Motive's 96.88. Users appreciate the quality of customer service, with one reviewer noting the support provided in French as particularly commendable.
- Users say that Samsara's hardware and dashboard features significantly enhance their operations, with many highlighting the reliability of the ELD and camera data as a major advantage. This has helped create a strong culture of accountability within their teams.
- According to verified reviews, Motive shines in its user-friendly interface, making it easy for fleet managers to oversee both drivers and vehicles. One user mentioned that the platform is straightforward and easy to manage, which is crucial for day-to-day operations.
- Reviewers mention that while both products offer solid support, Samsara's implementation process is often highlighted as quick and intuitive, allowing users to get up and running without significant delays, which is a key factor for many businesses.
- G2 reviewers note that Motive provides highly accurate coaching features, which are essential for maintaining safety standards. Users have praised the platform for its guidance on driver behavior, helping to keep their teams safe on the road.
- Users report that while both platforms have their strengths, Samsara's higher ratings in areas like vehicle tracking and safety features give it an edge for those prioritizing comprehensive fleet management solutions. Reviewers specifically appreciate the detailed alerts and tracking capabilities that enhance operational efficiency.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Motive
No pricing availableSamsara
No pricing availableFree Trial
Motive
Free Trial is available
Samsara
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
2,295
9.0
2,424
Ease of Use
8.9
2,390
8.9
2,584
Ease of Setup
8.8
2,194
8.8
2,368
Ease of Admin
8.8
1,603
8.9
1,626
Quality of Support
8.5
2,186
8.5
2,242
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
1,581
9.0
1,596
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
2,283
9.3
2,424
Features by Category
Vehicle Management
8.6
2021
8.9
1799
7.8
1995
8.2
1788
7.8
2001
8.1
1785
9.2
2050
9.5
1851
ELD Compliance
8.6
1951
8.2
1619
8.0
1908
7.9
1595
8.1
1905
8.2
1607
7.5
1869
7.5
1570
Driver Management
8.1
1991
8.2
1762
8.9
2040
9.0
1800
9.0
2039
9.3
1810
8.8
2021
8.9
1780
Deliveries
8.0
1934
7.9
1706
7.4
1871
7.5
1671
7.3
1857
7.5
1673
Dashcam
8.5
1913
8.7
1648
8.6
1941
8.7
1645
8.3
1898
8.6
1622
Analytics
7.9
1939
8.2
1711
8.5
1982
8.7
1734
7.5
1919
7.7
1681
Agentic AI - Fleet Management
7.4
554
7.4
685
7.4
551
7.5
685
7.1
375
7.5
587
8.0
380
8.3
608
7.3
369
7.5
588
7.2
372
7.4
591
Generative AI - Fleet Management
7.0
370
7.2
576
Asset Definition
Not enough data
8.7
976
Not enough data
8.3
958
Not enough data
7.7
940
Asset Tracking
Not enough data
9.0
995
Not enough data
8.7
972
Not enough data
8.5
965
Agentic AI - Asset Tracking
Not enough data
7.0
270
Records Management
Not enough data
8.0
491
Not enough data
7.8
494
Not enough data
6.2
475
Not enough data
8.6
505
Not enough data
8.1
491
Not enough data
8.0
487
Not enough data
8.4
485
Accounting
Not enough data
6.2
459
Not enough data
5.7
451
Not enough data
5.8
451
Order Management
Not enough data
6.5
446
Not enough data
6.3
437
Routing and Dispatch
Not enough data
7.3
456
Not enough data
7.1
454
Not enough data
8.1
462
Agentic AI - Trucking
Not enough data
7.2
169
Not enough data
7.1
169
Not enough data
7.4
171
Not enough data
7.4
172
Not enough data
7.3
169
Not enough data
7.3
169
Not enough data
7.3
170
Reporting
Not enough data
7.3
577
Not enough data
8.0
589
Not enough data
8.7
596
Not enough data
7.4
570
Task Alerts
Not enough data
8.4
585
Not enough data
8.2
573
Not enough data
8.4
577
Planning
Not enough data
7.7
560
Not enough data
7.9
562
Not enough data
7.7
561
Work Orders
Not enough data
7.0
549
Not enough data
7.3
545
Not enough data
7.0
550
Not enough data
7.5
557
Vehicle Tracking
8.9
551
8.9
1148
9.1
557
9.2
1171
8.0
539
8.1
1123
8.2
533
8.3
1108
8.2
534
8.4
1118
Driver Tracking
8.5
540
8.6
1123
8.4
536
8.5
1118
8.5
531
8.6
1109
8.0
524
7.9
1091
Analytics
8.1
524
8.0
1079
8.5
531
8.4
1094
7.7
517
7.6
1062
Agentic AI - Fleet Tracking
7.2
413
7.2
447
7.3
411
7.2
453
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Motive and Samsara are categorized as Fleet Tracking and Fleet Management
Unique Categories
Motive has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Motive
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Samsara
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
49.8%
Construction
10.2%
Logistics and Supply Chain
8.3%
Oil & Energy
5.6%
Automotive
4.4%
Other
21.7%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
37.8%
Construction
15.3%
Logistics and Supply Chain
6.2%
Oil & Energy
3.9%
Utilities
2.8%
Other
33.9%
Discussions
When do you expect to have the Canadian Rules and Regulations out and running?
2 Comments
DA
As an owner-operator managing a small fleet, I've found that keeping track of fuel taxes and IFTA compliance has become increasingly complicated. The...Read more
Does Samsara GPS record audio?
3 Comments
PH
Yes, it you have the dual facing camera system it will record audio.Read more
How much does Samsara cost per month?
2 Comments
BD
This depends on how many trucks/assets you are looking to have covered and how you negotiate your contract with them. Standard per truck is $33/month for...Read more
What is Samsara tracking?
2 Comments
BS
If you have the Samsara camera it will also track your driver's driving as well as give you snapshots into your driver's dayRead more
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