Safety

Samsara

Samsara is a publicly traded (NYSE: IOT) connected operations platform providing AI-powered GPS fleet tracking, ELD compliance, dash cams, equipment management, and IoT telematics for physical operations industries. Founded in 2015 by the co-founders of Meraki (acquired by Cisco), Samsara serves transportation, construction, field services, and public sector fleets with a unified platform covering vehicle telematics, safety coaching, workforce management, and digital workflows. The platform integrates with 300+ third-party applications and provides an open developer API.

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Product Tour

Use Cases

  • Real-time GPS fleet tracking across mixed vehicle and equipment fleets
  • ELD and Hours of Service (HOS) compliance for DOT-regulated drivers
  • AI-powered driver safety coaching and dashcam incident review
  • Field service dispatch and route optimization for technicians
  • Equipment maintenance scheduling and remote fault code monitoring
  • Digital job site safety checklists, DVIR, and incident reporting
  • Asset theft prevention and dormancy analysis for heavy equipment
  • Worker safety monitoring via wearable devices with SOS and fall detection

Pricing

Transparency
Quote only
Contract
Annual contract
Fleet Telematics

Real-time GPS tracking, ELD compliance, routing, dispatch, fuel management, and commercial navigation.

Cameras and Video

AI dash cams, multicam systems, drowsiness detection, and site visibility with 30+ risk detections.

Equipment Management

Asset tracking, trailer monitoring, predictive maintenance, DVIR, and OEM integrations with major construction equipment manufacturers.

Workforce Management

Driver coaching, safety training, driver assignment scheduling, connected forms, and wearable worker safety devices.

Connected Workflows

Digital forms, safety checklists, inspection reports, AI document capture, e-signature, and workflow automation.

Samsara Intelligence

AI-powered operational analytics, safety scoring, reporting dashboards, and predictive insights.

Samsara does not publish pricing — request a quote via the vendor website.

Capability Matrix

FeatureStatusDepth
GPS TrackingYesAdvanced
DispatchYesAdvanced
SchedulingPartialStandard
Route OptimizationYesAdvanced
Asset ManagementYesAdvanced
Time TrackingYesAdvanced
Safety ChecklistsYesAdvanced
Photo DocumentationYesAdvanced
Reporting DashboardYesAdvanced
API AccessYesAdvanced
Zapier IntegrationYesStandard
QuickBooks SyncPartialBasic
Permit TrackingNoBasic
InvoicingNoBasic
Payment ProcessingNoBasic
EstimatingNoBasic
Job CostingPartialBasic
PayrollNoBasic
Inventory ManagementNoBasic
CRM / Customer ManagementNoBasic

Strengths

  • Industry-leading AI dash cam and safety coaching system with 30+ risk detections
  • FMCSA-approved ELD compliance with built-in WiFi hotspot
  • Broad equipment tracking including OEM integrations with John Deere, Caterpillar, Komatsu, and Volvo
  • 300+ App Marketplace integrations covering dispatch, HR, fuel, maintenance, and compliance
  • Open developer API enabling custom integrations with TMS, ERP, and accounting systems
  • Rated #1 Fleet Management solution on G2 for five consecutive quarters through 2025
  • Connected Workflows digitizes paper-based forms, safety inspections, and field documentation

Best Fit

Mid-size to large fleets in field services, construction, and transportation needing unified GPS tracking, ELD compliance, AI safety cameras, and equipment monitoring in a single connected platform.

Typical clientssmall crews up to large contractors (100–500)
Platform weightHeavyweight — deep feature set, industry-standard footprint
Cost signalCustom quote — plan for a sales process and negotiated contract
Small teamsMid-sizeLarge