ctrack review

cTrack are a reliable name when it comes to fleet management and GPS tracking solutions in Australia. With over 20 years’ experience in fleet management and GPS services, cTrack Australia are a force to be reckoned with, with 10,000 units currently installed in Australian vehicles. Their set of services, ranging from cTrack Secure Basic Tracking through to cTrack Solo Advanced Fleet Management Systems, means that there is something to suit your fleet whether you are a handful of vehicles or a complex, large haulage fleet. The cTrack online facilities are highly reliable and the diversity and customisable nature of each of the cTrack vehicle tracking facilities means your fleet management requirements will easily be met.

What Australian Fleet Management Solutions do cTrack Offer?

cTrack take fleet management seriously and are experienced on Australian soil. cTrack Australia offers 5 key product packages and services, each customisable to what you need. cTrack vehicle tracking systems are not just for cars or vans, but are in use across Australia in motorbikes, buses, haulage, plant and heavy machinery – and even helicopters and boats. All their products have attained ISO 9001 status. They pride themselves on being insurance approved, but are driven by their desire to improve operational efficiency.

Having such a large Australian presence, they have a good customer service backing. Their website and YouTube both have Training Videos for each of the products and they also perform many routine checks remotely and automatically so you don’t have to worry about your GPS tracking system. In addition, there is the cTrack call centre and live chat functions.

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cTrack Insure Theft Protection

cTrack Insure Theft Protection ReviewRating (1-5*)
Features★★★
Ease of Use★★★★
Customer Support★★★★
Value for Money★★★★
Reviewed by Global Positioning Specialists27/04/2016

This product is a generic GPS vehicle tracking product mostly billed for security, but it achieves more than this. Utilising both GPS and 3G technology you receive tamper alerts and alerts if the vehicle is utilised outside of normal hours. cTrack can immobilise a vehicle for you remotely if necessary. In addition, you will receive information regarding harsh driving and accidents alongside an electonic logbook of the vehicles wherabouts in the event that if your vehicle is taken out of its geofenced area.

cTrack Secure Basic Tracking

cTrack Secure Basic Tracking ReviewRating (1-5*)
Features★★
Ease of Use★★★★
Customer Support★★★★
Value for Money★★★
Reviewed by Global Positioning Specialists27/04/2016
*(1) poor, (2) fair, (3) good, (4) very good, (5) excellent

Suitable for small fleets, or individual drivers, cTrack Secure Basic Tracking offers a range of basic functions, in particular fleet managers are able to view location and ignition status (every 3 minutes) via the real time fleet management and engagement solutions cTrack online and Mobi2, cTrack’s mobile app. In addition, the Secure Basic Tracking system offers speed monitoring, battery voltage monitoring, geofence alerts, maintenance/servicing rego renewal alerts, and reporting features on movements and distances travelled.

cTrack Assist Fleet Management System:

cTrack Assist Fleet Management System ReviewRating (1-5*)
Features★★★
Ease of Use★★★★
Customer Support★★★★
Value for Money★★★
Reviewed by Global Positioning Specialists27/04/2016
*(1) poor, (2) fair, (3) good, (4) very good, (5) excellent

Heading up a step from the previous package, the cTrack Assist Fleet Management System is for those needing real-time data for their light commercial vehicles, with data transfer happening every 30 seconds. Building upon the features of cTrack Secure Basic Tracking, this vehicle tracking system offers accident reports and reporting on driver behaviour such as speeding or excessive/harsh braking. It is also compatible with the cTrack OBDII Fuel Reader, giving you reports on fuel utilisation in order to increase efficiency. As with cTrack Secure Basic Tracking, you get access to cTrack Mobi2 and cTrack online.

cTrack Solo Advanced Fleet Management System:

cTrack Solo Advanced Fleet Management System ReviewRating (1-5*)
Features★★★★★
Ease of Use★★★★
Customer Support★★★★
Value for Money★★★★
Reviewed by Global Positioning Specialists27/04/2016
*(1) poor, (2) fair, (3) good, (4) very good, (5) excellent

This is the leader of the cTrack online tracking systems being both scalable as your business requirements change, and suitable for large complex fleets including public transport, emergency services and supply chain businesses. Building on all the features of the cTrack Assist package, you also receive: speed monitoring, RPM monitoring, fuel usage monitoring, excess idling monitoring, exhaust and brake usage monitoring, coasting monitoring, optional driver ID system, and optional driver messaging screen and navigation. This is the full package for both Australian fleet navigation and online tracking. In addition to having access to the cTrack Mobi2 and cTrack Online, you also get access to cTrack Maxx, a highly sophisticated reporting suite utilised by fleets to reveal valuable fleet data that can be used to enhance cost measures.

cTrack Plug and Play Tracking:

cTrack Plug & Play Tracking ReviewRating (1-5*)
Features★★★★
Ease of Use★★★★
Customer Support★★★★
Value for Money★★★★
Reviewed by Global Positioning Specialists27/04/2016
*(1) poor, (2) fair, (3) good, (4) very good, (5) excellent

Suitable for monitoring assets and safety when you can’t have hardwired tracking, for example in a short term rental, this is a simple plug in OBD (On Board Diagnostics) tracking system. It offers real-time cTrack online tracking and telematics. The data can be viewed via web interface or the cTrack Mobi2 mobile app. You get information on the vehicle’s position every 60 seconds, data on driver behaviour, accident alerts, geofence data, maintenance and Rego alerts, battery volatage monitoring, and various reporting functions.

cTrack Technology and Benefits

With cTrack’s combination of GPS and 3G technology alongside their cTrack Online facilities, cTrack mobile app Mobi2 and cTrack Maxx, there are a vast range of benefits that can be gained. Some of the key benefits include:

  • Lower operational costs – major costs include fuel wastage and fuel efficiency
  • More accurately quantify operation costs
  • Make driver and employee health and safety easier to manage
  • Prevent downtime due to maintenance and repairs, and increase productivity
  • Meet targets for fleet management
  • Improve operational efficiencies

cTrack Cost and Value for Money

cTrack’s range of services is customisable to any fleet. As a result, there is not an exact cost of the vehicle tracking systems. However, whatever your budget is there is likely to be a solution to fit and the size of your fleet.

Why Choose cTrack for Vehicle Tracking?

Tracking is what cTrack does best. cTrack tracking systems are an excellent solution for any sized fleet, and with the added benefit of being able to customise the tracking system to meet business requirement you can create an holistic package. cTrack are a popular fleet management brand in Australia and are backed by excellent customer support.