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Fleetbase vs Open TMS
Both stand on logistics management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+3
Fleetbase brings dispatch, commerce, warehouse, finance, and driver functions into a modular logistics system. Before choosing it, account for cloud add-ons and metered charges, as well as the AGPL-3.0 terms for network-deployed modifications.
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Free plan Open source APISelf-hostedWeb
Open TMS brings shipment and warehouse operations together, with broad order intake and carrier workflows. Its free plan has no per-user fees, transaction costs, or feature gates; teams should account for deployment and setup needs.
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| Fleetbase | Open TMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | API, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Fleetbase Cloud: $29 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 9 | 2 |
| Maker | Fleetbase | Not published |
| Website | fleetbase.io | opentms.co.uk |
| On logistics management software | #1 of 36 | #2 of 36 |
Fleetbase: what it does well
- Fleet-Ops supports dispatch and real-time fleet tracking.
- Modules share a data layer.
- Navigator includes proof of delivery and fault reporting.
- API keys, webhooks, and sandbox environments are available.
- Warehouse, inventory, shipment, and order management are listed.
What to know first
- Cloud pricing adds charges for drivers, vehicles, and storefronts.
- Some invoices and API or webhook usage are metered.
- AGPL-3.0 network modifications must be shared unless commercially licensed.
- Community support has no SLA.
Open TMS: what it does well
- CSV, EDI, REST API, or manual order entry
- Carrier tenders and bidding portal
- Warehouse operations in the same system
- GPS and sensor telemetry support
- Free plan has no per-user fees or feature gates
What to know first
- Professional installation and ongoing support are consultancy services
- Deployment options require Docker Compose or self-hosted infrastructure
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