Blue Ink Tech BIT ELD vs Conti-GO

Blue Ink Tech BIT ELD combines electronic hours-of-service logs, driver vehicle inspection reports, and IFTA mileage in an app and web portal. Required hardware connects through a vehicle diagnostic port using 9-pin or OBD-II connections. The company says its ELDs are FMCSA registered and points users to the agency’s list to verify models. Driver and Inspector cards support roadside inspection workflows. Drivers can share a device or use separate devices, with team driving and drive-time swapping supported. The app and portal are available to try before purchasing the ELD. Compatible phones or tablets need Bluetooth 4.0 or better, GPS, and app-store access. Android, iOS, and web platforms are listed. Plans include $30 a month or $300 a year. Both include HOS logs, DVIRs, IFTA miles, app and portal access, and U.S.-based support; monthly subscribers can cancel anytime without a contract. Accounts can use REST and JSON API keys for listed fleet data. Hardware has a one-year defect warranty and a 30-day money-back return period.

Conti-GO offers electronic logging devices, dual-facing dash cameras, and GPS asset trackers for trucks and trailers. Its ELD app supports electronic logging and auditing, consolidates multiple DOT authorities in one app, and automates IFTA and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports. The company says its ELD and Android and iOS applications exceed FMCSA compliance standards. Driver scorecards use road data to identify safe and unsafe driving, while trip charts show behavior trends. The dual-facing camera supports real-time in-cab viewing, playback, and custom recording rules for events such as harsh braking and speeding. Tracking choices include in-dash and covert devices. Conti-GO lists its asset tracker at $12 a month and its dash camera and ELD at $35 a month each. A 30-day trial covers hardware and software; dissatisfied customers must return the hardware. The service is described as contract-free, and bulk discounts may depend on customer needs. The company advertises 24/7 support from a domestic team. The ELD can connect to pickup trucks and vans using a cable adapter sold in its online store.