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DocuDrive vs Samsara
Samsara is a serious platform, and most of its revenue comes from large enterprise fleets. If you run a small or mid-size fleet, the bigger differences are price visibility and how long you are committed.
Side by side
| Feature | DocuDrive Basic | Samsara |
|---|---|---|
| Published pricing | ELD $20/mo with 14 days free, GPS $8/mo, on the site | No, quoted by sales |
| Contract length | Month-to-month | Typically 3 to 5 years |
| Auto-renewal | None, month-to-month | Yes, unless cancelled in writing 30 days before expiration |
| Leaving early | Cancel anytime, no fee | Order forms cannot be terminated before they expire |
| ELD hardware | Bring a PT-30 or PT-40, or buy a PT-40 for $149 and keep it | Samsara Vehicle Gateway |
| FMCSA-registered ELD | ✓ | ✓ |
Samsara terms are taken from its own published documents and FMCSA’s registered-ELD list, checked September 29, 2026. Your own order form governs your contract; terms change, so confirm current terms with each provider. Samsara is a trademark of its owner.
Where Samsara is strong
- More than 350 pre-built integrations.
- AI dash cameras are a flagship product.
- Built to serve large fleets: customers paying $25,000+ a year make up about 85% of its recurring revenue.
If you run hundreds of vehicles and need a deep integration catalog, Samsara is worth a look. If you want a published price and the freedom to leave any month, DocuDrive is built for that.
Switching from Samsara
- Find the end date and renewal terms in your Samsara order form. Samsara renews automatically unless you cancel in writing at least 30 days before your term expires.
- Send your non-renewal notice in writing, inside that window.
- Start your 14-day DocuDrive trial before your end date. Already on a Pacific Track PT-30 or PT-40? Bring it. Otherwise the PT-40 is $149 with free shipping, and it is yours to keep.