Verizon Connect vs Samsara: ELD, Hardware & Pricing Compared (2026)
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Both are fleet platforms with GPS tracking, dash cams and an ELD app, and neither publishes prices. Verizon Connect leans on factory (OEM) hardware integrations; Samsara leans on its own plug-in gateway and a large integration list.
Short answer
- Verizon Connect fits if Your trucks are compatible OEM vehicles and you want to skip installs.
- Samsara fits if you want one plug-in gateway across mixed makes.
- Starting price in our directory: Verizon Connect Contact for pricing; Samsara Contact for pricing.
Verizon Connect vs Samsara: side by side
| Verizon Connect | Samsara | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | No published prices (“See plans & pricing” is a request) | Quote only (pricing page asks your vehicle count) |
| ELD app | Reveal ELD Logbook (Android and iOS) | Samsara Driver App (supported iOS and Android) |
| FMCSA registered device | Reveal ELD Logbook on Xirgo XT-6300; WorkPlan & HOS on CalAmp and other devices | Samsara ELD (VG) |
| Roadside transfer | Telematic (web service, email) per FMCSA list | Telematic (web service, email) per FMCSA list |
| Hardware | Compatible vehicles connect with “zero hardware installs” (OEM partners such as Ford and GM) | Vehicle Gateway plugs into the diagnostic port |
| Driver tools | HOS clocks and alerts, inspector mode, DVIR | Automatic rulesets by GPS location, AI-powered log annotations |
| IFTA | IFTA fuel reports offered as an add-on; Distance Traveled report by state | IFTA reporting (plans page) |
| Support | Around-the-clock ELD phone support for drivers | See vendor |
| Integrations | Marketplace and API integration (see vendor) | 200+ turnkey integrations |
| Our directory’s “best for” | Small fleets | Small fleets |
From each company’s own website (see sources below), checked October 31, 2026. We have not tested either product, and neither company paid for this comparison.
When Verizon Connect makes more sense
- Your trucks are compatible OEM vehicles and you want to skip installs.
- You want 24/7 ELD phone support for drivers.
- You want factory data such as tire pressure and oil life from supported OEM vehicles.
When Samsara makes more sense
- You want one plug-in gateway across mixed makes.
- You want to skip driver data plans (gateway WiFi hotspot).
- You need lots of off-the-shelf integrations.
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Frequently asked questions
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Sources
- Verizon Connect DOT compliance (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Verizon Connect Reveal mobile apps (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Verizon Connect home (OEM integration) (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Reveal Help: Journey reports (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Samsara ELD compliance (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Samsara plans (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- FMCSA registered ELD list (checked Oct 30, 2026)
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