Samsara FirstNet is Samsara's fleet telematics connectivity option built around the VG55-FN Vehicle Gateway that provides priority cellular access on FirstNet Band 14 alongside AT&T commercial LTE bands and integrates GPS tracking, diagnostics, cameras, sensors, and reporting into the Samsara operational platform.
Published May 16, 2026
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| Aspect | Samsara FirstNet (VG55-FN and platform) | Motive | Geotab |
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| Starting price | Quote-based; FirstNet option not publicly priced | Often presented in comparisons as having lower entry pricing (verify via quote) | Varies widely (often via reseller/channel); quote-based |
| Suitable for | Eligible public safety and support organizations requiring priority LTE connectivity and an integrated operations platform | Cost-sensitive fleets seeking lower entry cost and flexible contracts (varies by package) | Fleets seeking configurability, broad integrations, and diverse hardware options |
| Key strength | FirstNet Trusted gateway combined with the Samsara operational platform | Typically positioned as lower cost or more flexible contract terms in some comparisons | Highly configurable platform with a broad hardware and partner ecosystem |
| Key weakness | Public feedback on billing and support experience; limited list pricing transparency | Feature parity and video/AI capabilities may differ by package | Can be complex to deploy and may rely on partners; user experience may be less integrated |
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