Best GPS Fleet Tracking Software and Systems for 2018

GPS fleet tracking software is important for businesses that employ professional drivers so they can keep track of their vehicles and driver behavior at all times. We looked into numerous providers to find the best ones on the market today. Our top recommendations are below, but if you want to take a step back and learn more about GPS fleet tracking, check out our guide to choosing GPS fleet tracking systems.

To help you find the right GPS fleet tracking services, we researched and analyzed dozens of options. Here is a roundup of our 2018 best picks for GPS fleet tracking services and explanations of how we chose them.

Locating the Best Services

Our review process involves putting ourselves in the mindset of a small business owner and gathering data that would be readily available to potential business customers. We conduct our research by visiting company websites, making calls to customer service representatives and considering online reviews from customers.

Choosing the Best Services

To find the best GPS fleet tracking services for small business, we started by analyzing over 50 companies. We compiled this list by looking at major industry players, considering individual review requests, analyzing reputable review websites and searching for GPS fleet tracking companies. We narrowed this initial list down by analyzing the service's web experience, judging the reporting services offered, considering support options and determining whether a business's offering was geared toward small businesses.

Researching Each Service

In our next round of research, we looked at features like tracking services, safety features, dashboard and interface usability, pricing and contract structure, and whether the company earned a review in the past. This left us with 11 companies that provided great services.

Our Best Picks

We determined six best picks from this list of 11 based on standout features in each company. We did a deeper dive into various service aspects, like contract length, software usability, installation fees and setup, software refresh time, minimum vehicle requirements, and customer service. After determining the final six best picks, we tested each company through sales calls and product demos. We ironed out advanced details about each offering, like cancellation policies, support options and overall customer service. For companies that couldn't offer demos, we analyzed video overviews of the software provided by the companies.