GPS costs: buying a fleet tracking device versus renting it
| August 2022 |.
You can decide to fully own the gps tracker. Or you opt to rent the gps trackers so you don't have to make this investment ánd the warranty is guaranteed throughout the rental period. Buying fleet tracking devices costs much more in initial costs. Of course, if you have a large fleet, the purchase price of GPS devices is significantly reduced, based on the number of vehicles to be tracked. In addition, afterwards you only pay a monthly service fee for using the cloud-based management application.
The decision to rent or buy depends on many factors, and your business needs. Therefore, we recommend that you seek professional advice. Our All-Connects advisor will be happy to discuss the various options, and highlight the pros and cons of both formulas.
What types of tracking devices are available?
Choose the GPS fleet tracking system that best suits your business needs:
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AC.PRO: Comprehensive data reporting and fleet tracking 24/7
A fleet tracking system such as our AC.PRO solution provides comprehensive data reporting and tracking history that allows you to view all vehicles in your fleet 24 hours a day. This small GPS tracking device offers a full-time tracking module that generates regular updates and gives you info on stops, stop lengths, addresses, miles driven, speeds and routes traveled. This sophisticated system provides updates in real time, within seconds.
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AC.START: Fleet tracking on a limited budget
If you have a smaller fleet, or want to start small, we always recommend our AC.START solution. This GPS tracker is a low-cost full-time fleet tracking system that provides data such as stops, stop lengths, idle time, contact on and off , miles driven, routes followed, addresses and Google Map views of each location. Geo-fencing, landmarks, email alerts are all included.
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AC.EXPERT: Sabotage-resistant vehicle tracking
Our AC.EXPERT solution is a highly accurate and innovative tracking system designed for use in "hidden" installation situations. It is small and requires no external antenna, so it can be easily hidden and is virtually tamper-proof.
Do you need real-time GPS tracking?
How often do you need updates on where your trucks and drivers are? What about safety and vehicle condition?
When considering applications for your GPS trackers, look at how often you need tracking data. If you need real-time tracking, look for words like active-tracking and active GPS tracker in the description. Passive GPS tracking means that there is a delay and the data you receive from your fleet is not immediately available. A common application of this is locating parked trailers and containers.
What fleet tracking features do you need?
Review the features that are most important to you, coupled with the cost of each GPS tracker device. Considerations include:
- Warranty period:How long is the warranty on the GPS system or device you are considering?
- Contracts: Is there an agreement? Do you pay a penalty if you want to cancel the service?
- Ease of use:Is it easy to use? Are the reports easy to understand?
- Unit size, ease and flexibility of installation: Do you need a smaller GPS tracker that your employees can't find and remove, or will a larger unit suffice? What about installation? Can you install it yourself, or will the company install it for you?
- Frequency of data updates: Do you need passive or active GPS fleet tracking? If you need real-time updates, choose an active GPS tracker.
- Data and reporting: Does the tracker meet your data and reporting needs and include things like stop locations and addresses, landmarks and Google Maps integration?
- Variants display options: for mapping, mileage and routes.
- Driving behavior analysis module: do you want to know and be able to compare how your drivers handle your property (abrupt braking, hard acceleration, taking corners too sharply, etc.)?
Checklist question renting or buying
Are you ready for the next step, which is to request a no-obligation quote for tracking your commercial vehicles? Formulate answers to these 5 questions ahead of time so you can brief us on what you need in a focused way:
- Business security: how long do you need a tracking system?
- Type of tracking: active or passive?
- Vehicle use: different drivers? Private use?
- Investment: available budget?
- Desired data: for analysis & fleet management
Ask for expert help
Do you still have questions after reading this blog about the cost of GPS trackers car or fleet, or want to learn more about what works for your specific business situation? Then contact us directly by phone 03 289 55 35 or request more information online below.
Also read our other blogs on GPS tracking:
- What makes GPS trackers different? A simple guide.
- GPS tracking of vehicles and machines
- 5 considerations for purchasing a GPS tracking system
- Key GPS tracker features for a fleet management system
- Smaller companies also benefit from GPS tracking
