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Vehicle Logger vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Vehicle Logger's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Vehicle Logger
This App
HOS247 ELD Logbook
Nemesis
Heavy Equipment Inspection App
Contender
PixCar
Contender
Car Maintenance Tracker Pro
Contender
Titan GPS FieldDocs
Contender
Continental TireTech
Peer
AutoCal: Automotive Calculator
Peer
Air Power Suspensión
Peer
Tire Pressure Calculator
Peer
Core Identity
DeveloperDarren KeverneHOS 247SnappiiNGM TechBiographics Consultoria e Design LTDACertified Tracking Solutions Inc.Continental Tire The AmericasDarwish alneyadiBRASIL SUSPENSAOTitan International, Inc.
CategoryUtilitiesBusinessBusinessAuto & VehiclesUtilitiesBusinessBusinessUtilitiesAuto & VehiclesUtilities
PlatformiOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSiOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOSAndroid, iOSiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating4.0 / 54.5 / 54.0 / 55.0 / 55.0 / 54.8 / 53.3 / 55.0 / 53.0 / 50.0 / 5
Ratings Count110918243320
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateJan 8, 2023Jan 29, 2020Oct 8, 2013Oct 9, 2022Sep 12, 2024Feb 25, 2020Nov 12, 2019Sep 24, 2018May 28, 2024May 20, 2021
Last UpdatedAug 4, 2025Nov 7, 2025Feb 9, 2026May 19, 2026Sep 17, 2024Mar 18, 2026Mar 25, 2026Oct 15, 2018Nov 1, 2024May 20, 2021
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment--mixed--terrible---positive
Score--55/100--15/100---75/100
Praises--
  • Offline data collection capability provides utility for field inspection tasks
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  • The electronic logging system provides a straightforward alternative to manual paper-based record keeping for drivers
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  • Baseline tire pressure recommendations provide accurate starting points for diverse mountain bike riding conditions
Complaints--
  • Application crashes immediately upon launch preventing any functional usage
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  • Frequent application crashes and freezing during duty status changes disrupt the daily logging workflow
  • Inaccurate automatic duty status switching causes illegal HOS violations and creates compliance risks for drivers
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  • Limited tire width and wheel diameter options restrict utility for specialized bike setups like fat bikes
Requests--
  • Rename the application to reflect its focus on truck and crane inspections
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  • Dark mode implementation is requested to reduce eye strain during nighttime driving and log management
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  • Expanded configuration options for road bikes and gravel setups including tire inserts and weight distribution
Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Bulk CSV import enables immediate historical visualization
  • Multi-fuel support caters to hybrid and electric segments
  • Multilingual support (English, Spanish, Russian, Polish) functions as a B2B distribution moat into diverse driver populations.
  • IFTA automation reduces audit risk, creating high switching costs for fleet managers.
  • Offline-first architecture enables field operations in remote areas
  • Custom PDF upload functionality increases enterprise switching costs
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  • Deep specialization in Land Rover Discovery technical data functions as a barrier to entry for generic automotive apps.
  • Patchmap integration secures high-value energy sector contracts
  • Customizable digital forms reduce fleet administrative overhead
  • Manufacturer-verified technical data provides high-trust authority
  • Zero-registration access model minimizes friction for field technicians
  • Centralized utility suite reduces friction for quick mechanical calculations.
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  • Manufacturer-backed technical data provides high-trust safety compliance [Titan International]
  • Baseline calculation logic aligns with professional field experience [User Sentiment]
Weaknesses
  • Manual data entry creates high user friction
  • Lack of monetization limits development velocity
  • Single-platform availability restricts total addressable market
  • $79 per device monthly fee exceeds the budget of individual owner-operators.
  • Lack of native Home Screen widgets reduces daily app utility compared to consumer-focused maintenance rivals.
  • High crash rate on launch prevents functional usage
  • Misleading splash screen branding creates user trust friction
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  • Subscription-only model at the point of entry limits the top-of-funnel conversion for casual DIY enthusiasts.
  • Critical stability issues during duty status changes
  • High battery consumption on mobile devices
  • 0★ Android rating indicates severe technical debt
  • 3.33 rating on iOS indicates usability friction
  • Lack of offline mode limits utility in remote field environments
  • No feature updates since 2018.
  • Negligible market penetration with only 3 total ratings.
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  • Mandatory location permission increases startup friction [User Sentiment]
  • Rigid input constraints exclude specialized tire sizes [User Sentiment]
Pricingfreesubscriptionfreemiumfreesubscriptionsubscriptionfreefreefreefree
MomentumZombieMaintenanceMaintenanceIntense-MaintenanceMaintenanceZombie-Maintenance
Update Cadence1 versions2 versions, ~14d avg2 versions, ~0d avg5 versions-2 versions, ~1d avg2 versions, ~210d avg1 versions-2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~1747d avg

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