Well i guess that the time has come that I have to buy a elog system and looking at the vdo system and wondering what everyone else thinks about them ot if there is a better option for a o/o
Vdo or which eld
Discussion in 'ELD Forum | Questions, Answers and Reviews' started by Ridlingdj, Apr 17, 2019.
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The thing that worries me using a phone is how much if any data it uses how much battery life it takes and what happens if your phone battery dies how do you change status on your eld
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With the Garmin, I use a dedicated tablet (NOT my phone) and keep WiFi, mobile data, etc turned off. $250 bought the ELD and no monthly fees. Data stored locally, NOT beyond your control on some 3rd party servers in cyberspace.
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Whoever you choose will likely not have you use your cellphone data. They will be providing a device that comes with a GPS tracker similar to a GPS device for navigation.Dieselboss Thanks this. -
I like vdo over Omnitracs. So I think that says a lot right there. Been using it for over a year now. Any specific questions?
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If all you are doing is logs, whatever is cheapest.....rather least inexpensive up front cost.
I have done some cost analysis and find they are all on a level playing field based on a 5 year plan.
Up front, plus monthly, plus any cell plans.
They all seem to cost between $45-$55 per month.
I will say if you are going to look into adding 3rd party apps/integration (Comdata/EFS/ CH Robisnon/Schneider, etc.) I would look into a more robust system.
I also would recommend using a device that can goefence locations, especially if you are making your own rate agreements.
There are a ton of apps that can add value just in data storage alone.....say your DVIR. Keeping those in digital format is worth a few dollars a month.
Its not the 90s anymore and tech is taking over. I embrace it.
This coming from a guy who started driving in 89'ish, and came off the road about 10 years ago.
As much of a PITA electronic logs are, it can very well help your bottom line, if you do it right. -
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