Garmin eLog™

Name: Garmin eLog™
Rating: 4.2 (454 reviews)
Author: Garmin

Compliant ELD

Free

454 Ratings
Ages

4+
Years
Category

Travel
Developer

Garmin
Language

EN
+ 2 More
Size

45
MB

** Users must own the Garmin eLog™ compliant ELD (FMCSA-registered electronic logging device). The Garmin eLog is ready right out of the box, and supports 9-pin J1939 and 6-pin J1708 diagnostic ports to fit nearly any truck. It’s simple to set up and there are no subscription fees. Take the easy route to ELD Compliance! The free, easy-to-use Garmin eLog™ app may be downloaded to your compatible smartphone to complete your ELD compliance solution. The Garmin eLog compliant ELD solution accurately records and tracks Hours of Service (HOS), then securely stores it locally to your smartphone— never in the cloud. Garmin eLog allows your records to be wirelessly transferred to your compatible smartphone for viewing by you anytime. Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. We listen to your feedback. The teams at Garmin are working continuously to improve the Garmin eLog system. If you experience any issues or problems, please reach out to our Product Support team at support.garmin.com.

Ratings & Reviews

4.2

out of 5

454 Ratings

Owner operator
01/20/2021

BeYou23
I had lots of errors, then noticed the twist lock was not locked into all the way. You connect then plug then, there is a plastic nut that you twist all the way till it stop. Then I was unable to sign in, almost every day, the only way in was to register again as an administrator. I had lots of administrators, until I deceived to backup and disconnect\delete the app, and then reconnect|reinstall fresh!Everything went fine for 2days, until it happened again!You feel like you lost all your data, that’s how it is when you register for the first time.
Owner operator
01/20/2021

BeYou23

I had lots of errors, then noticed the twist lock was not locked into all the way. You connect then plug then, there is a plastic nut that you twist all the way till it stop. Then I was unable to sign in, almost every day, the only way in was to register again as an administrator. I had lots of administrators, until I deceived to backup and disconnect\delete the app, and then reconnect|reinstall fresh!Everything went fine for 2days, until it happened again!You feel like you lost all your data, that’s how it is when you register for the first time.
Should be pulled from the certified list
06/23/2024

Raise U
Used in a 2023 International LT. it would make up odometer readings not matching the actual Odometer. It does not have odometer segment readings like Keep Trucking has. Trailer number and BOL number would not populate in reports generated even though it was entered correctly in the tab. Logging out for team driving is not obvious and ripe for logging errors. You can not transfer incorrect drive from one driver to the other. It did not come with the DOT Inspection directions card. Took some time to locate the PDF to print since this is an FMCSA requirement to have on hand. Biggest problem, you can’t download logs to save unless the thing is plugged into a truck. This was the only option at the Truckstop to use in a rental truck. It’s not great. It is not compliant. If I knew how bad this was, I would have over nighted the JJ KELLER or the Blue Ink device. This device is no replacement for a real ELD Device. I wouldn’t recommend for any long term use.
Should be pulled from the certified list
06/23/2024

Raise U

Used in a 2023 International LT. it would make up odometer readings not matching the actual Odometer. It does not have odometer segment readings like Keep Trucking has. Trailer number and BOL number would not populate in reports generated even though it was entered correctly in the tab. Logging out for team driving is not obvious and ripe for logging errors. You can not transfer incorrect drive from one driver to the other. It did not come with the DOT Inspection directions card. Took some time to locate the PDF to print since this is an FMCSA requirement to have on hand. Biggest problem, you can’t download logs to save unless the thing is plugged into a truck. This was the only option at the Truckstop to use in a rental truck. It’s not great. It is not compliant. If I knew how bad this was, I would have over nighted the JJ KELLER or the Blue Ink device. This device is no replacement for a real ELD Device. I wouldn’t recommend for any long term use.
Needs an update
12/13/2024

Dooskiio
I like this eLog more than keeptruckin (motive), but it has an annoying issue. If you forget to leave yard move it won’t automatically switch you to on duty or allow you to edit. Problem with that is you’re losing hours on your 70 and falsifying logs. Need an option to return to sleeper if you forget. If you stop driving or stop personal conveyance it goes on duty, but not from yard move. Need fixed ASAP.
Needs an update
12/13/2024

Dooskiio

I like this eLog more than keeptruckin (motive), but it has an annoying issue. If you forget to leave yard move it won’t automatically switch you to on duty or allow you to edit. Problem with that is you’re losing hours on your 70 and falsifying logs. Need an option to return to sleeper if you forget. If you stop driving or stop personal conveyance it goes on duty, but not from yard move. Need fixed ASAP.
Good and free but minor issues
12/20/2024

Grodyktrucking
So far so good but yes, you do have to plug in a USB stick every seven days and back up your data and sometimes depending on where you are I guess the data connection turns off. I have my audit coming up sometime before April and after reading one of the reviews about the CSV file, I am a little concerned, but that was four years ago, so I’m hoping that Garmin has fixed that problem
Good and free but minor issues
12/20/2024

Grodyktrucking

So far so good but yes, you do have to plug in a USB stick every seven days and back up your data and sometimes depending on where you are I guess the data connection turns off. I have my audit coming up sometime before April and after reading one of the reviews about the CSV file, I am a little concerned, but that was four years ago, so I’m hoping that Garmin has fixed that problem