GPS Tracking for Landscaping Companies: The Right Tracker for Trucks, Trailers, Mowers and Handhelds

Which assets a landscaping company needs to track

A landscaping operation runs several asset classes, and the right tracker for each is decided by one factor: what power source, if any, the asset provides.

• Crew trucks have an OBDII port, so a plug-in tracker installs without tools.
• Zero-turn and riding mowers carry a 12-volt battery and an ignition circuit, so a sealed hardwired tracker can draw on them.
• Open trailers have no power at all, which calls for a solar tracker that recharges in daylight.
• Enclosed trailers and equipment stored under cover have no power and no light, which calls for a long-life battery tracker.
• Handheld blowers, trimmers and saws have nothing to power a cellular modem, so they take a low-cost tag rather than a GPS tracker.

For how plug-in, hardwired and battery installs differ, see the OBD vs. hardwired vs. battery GPS tracker guide.

The seven picks for landscaping fleets

Each pick below maps to a specific asset type in a landscaping operation. Price, the specification that drives the recommendation, and the constraint that limits it are stated for every entry.

1. Crew truck, BP50 Series Plugin Vehicle Tracker at $69.99

The BP50 Series is the right choice for crew trucks because it plugs directly into the OBDII port (no wiring, no installer) and reports location every minute while moving. At 1.9 × 1.8 × 0.8 inches and 1.6 oz, it disappears behind the dash in seconds. Optional CANBus data surfaces odometer, fuel level, battery voltage, coolant temperature, RPM, and VIN (vehicle dependent), which matters for operators managing maintenance intervals across a truck fleet. The platform delivers the full day's stop log and job-site entry/exit alerts on the same subscription.

Free-device alternative: A free plug-in tracker is available at $13.95/month on the Standard platform plus a one-time activation fee. That device may be used, remains Btracking property, and ending the subscription requires returning it in working condition or paying an $85 buyout. For companies keeping trucks for several years, purchasing the BP50 at $69.99 and subscribing at $12.95/month on Standard typically costs less over the life of the asset.

Spec that matters: 1-minute moving updates with optional CANBus data. Limitation: CANBus data availability depends on the specific vehicle; not all makes expose every channel.

Buy

2. Open trailer, BS110 Mini Solar Powered Asset Tracker at $119.99

The BS110 is the correct fit for open trailers because it needs no wiring whatsoever, it mounts with double-sided tape or an optional magnet bracket and recharges itself. At a baseline of 2 messages per day it runs up to 6 months on a single charge with no sun at all; with approximately 4 hours of sunlight per day it stays fully charged under almost any practical reporting schedule. The IP67 enclosure handles road wash and weather across an operating range of −22°F to 176°F, and the accelerometer wakes the device on movement so it reports more often when the trailer is actually rolling. For more on wiring-free solar deployment, see the solar GPS asset tracker guide.

Spec that matters: Up to 6 months on one charge at 2 messages/day; self-sustaining with ~4 hours of daily sun. Limitation: Solar charging requires consistent outdoor exposure: the BS110 is not suited to trailers stored inside or under heavy shade for extended periods.

Buy

3. Enclosed trailer or covered storage, BB502 Trailer Asset Tracker at $189.99

The BB502 is built for exactly the situation where solar fails: a closed trailer, a storage shed, or any covered asset that never sees reliable light. Its 57,000 mAh field-replaceable lithium battery is rated up to 10 years and up to 16,000 messages on one pack, and when the battery eventually depletes it can be swapped in the field without replacing the unit. The IP68 enclosure, Wi-Fi positioning support, and BLE 5.2 sensor capability add further utility for operators who want door-sensor or temperature data inside an enclosed trailer.

Spec that matters: 57,000 mAh field-replaceable battery; up to 10 years / 16,000 messages. Limitation: At 9.7 × 2.3 × 2.4 inches and 25 oz, the BB502 is physically larger than the BS110; mounting space inside a trailer frame should be confirmed before ordering.

Consider, only when the trailer or equipment is regularly stored indoors or in covered areas where a solar tracker cannot recharge.

4. Zero-turn or riding mower, BHW57P Motorcycle & ATV Tracker at $95.99

The BHW57P suits a mower because it is sold for motorcycle, ATV and equipment monitoring: IP67, hardwired via a simple five-wire in-line connector, and designed not to draw on the battery when the machine is off. The ignition input records each engine start and stop with its location, so the platform shows which machine ran at which property. The internal 1,400 mAh backup battery provides more than 300 hours of standby, so the unit continues reporting even if power to the mower is interrupted.

For operators who prefer a no-wiring alternative and store mowers outdoors, a BS110 magnet-mounted to the mower deck is a viable option, though it lacks the ignition-input data the BHW57P provides.

Spec that matters: IP67, ignition input for engine start/stop recording, >300 hours backup standby. Limitation: Five-wire installation requires basic wiring competence; operators uncomfortable with electrical work should budget for a technician.

Buy

5. Handheld blowers, trimmers, and saws, Mini AirTracker at $9.99

The Mini AirTracker is priced for tagging handheld tools in quantity, but buyers must understand what it is: a Crowd-GPS tag, not a GPS tracker. It carries no cellular or GPS modem. Location is reported when a smartphone from the network passes within range, and the platform checks for new pings every 60, 30, or 10 minutes depending on the subscription tier. Stated accuracy is 200–300 feet. At 5.6 mm thick it tapes under lids or tucks into equipment lining, and the standard CR2032 coin cell lasts approximately 24 months before a simple swap. An annual ProFleet Platform subscription is required.

For a broader comparison of business-grade AirTag alternatives, see the guide to business AirTag alternatives.

Spec that matters: $9.99 per tag; ~24-month CR2032 battery; 200–300 ft Crowd-GPS accuracy. Limitation: Not a GPS tracker; returns no location where no smartphone passes; requires annual ProFleet Platform subscription.

Buy, for high-turnover small tools where the cost of a cellular tracker exceeds the tool's value, and where crews work in areas with reasonable smartphone traffic.

6. Handhelds that ride in the trailer daily, EYE Beacon BLE Tag at $27.99

The EYE Beacon BLE Tag answers a different question than the AirTracker: not "where is this tool right now?" but "is this tool still on the rig?" At approximately 50 feet of BLE range, a BLE-enabled Btracking GPS tracker on the truck or trailer detects the tag and confirms the tool is on board. When the pairing breaks, at a job site or a fuel stop, the last known location is recorded. The non-replaceable lithium-ion battery is rated approximately 3 years. Tool tracking is an add-on; pricing is available on request.

Spec that matters: ~50 ft BLE range; ~3-year battery; pairs with any BLE-enabled Btracking tracker already on the vehicle. Limitation: The tag provides proximity confirmation relative to a parent tracker, not an independent location. It requires a BLE-enabled GPS tracker already deployed on the truck or trailer to function, and tool tracking add-on pricing must be confirmed separately.

Consider, the right choice when a BLE-enabled tracker is already on the vehicle and the goal is confirming tools leave and return with the rig, not tracking tools independently across a site.

7. Optional dashcam, BDCV200 Dashcam at $299.99

The BDCV200 adds video context to the GPS data already flowing from the truck tracker. It is an LTE Cat 6 unit with built-in GPS, road and driver event detection, plug-and-play installation, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and 256GB of onboard SD storage. A second camera can be added for an in-cabin or cargo view, and an optional Driver Monitoring System (DMS) module is available. It runs exclusively on the Standard Platform.

For landscaping fleets, the primary use case is incident documentation: a customer damage claim, a rear-end collision at a job site,. For a broader evaluation of AI dashcam options, see the guide to AI dashcams for fleets.

Spec that matters: 256GB SD storage; LTE Cat 6; supports optional second camera and DMS. Limitation: At $299.99 per truck, the BDCV200 is a meaningful per-unit cost; it is most justified where incident liability is an active concern, not as a default addition to every vehicle.

Consider, warranted for operators who need video evidence for incident resolution or insurance purposes; not a required addition to a basic fleet-tracking deployment.

What to leave out

Not every tracking device fits every application. Two common mismatches are worth calling out explicitly before a purchase decision is made.

Skip 1, Using a tag where a GPS tracker belongs

Neither tag has a cellular modem or a GPS radio of its own. An AirTracker reports a location only when a passing smartphone in the Crowd-GPS network is within range, and even then the stated accuracy is 200 to 300 feet; a BLE tag reports nothing unless it is within about 50 feet of a BLE-enabled GPS tracker. For a truck on a highway, a trailer at a remote yard, or a mower covering large open ground, that model fails on two counts: coverage is not guaranteed, and precision is insufficient for real-time fleet management. Vehicles and large mobile equipment require a dedicated GPS tracker with its own cellular connection. A tag is not a substitute for that hardware, regardless of how it is mounted or how frequently the platform checks for pings.

Skip, for any wheeled or motorized asset that needs continuous, reliable location data, a tag leaves an unacceptable coverage and accuracy gap.

Skip 2, The Solar AirTracker at $54.99 for handheld tools

The solar AirTracker's primary advantage is that its battery harvests indoor and outdoor light and never needs swapping. For a device permanently mounted on a fixed or outdoor asset (a job-site cabinet, a generator that rarely moves indoors) that is a meaningful benefit. For handheld tools that rotate through toolboxes, cases, and vehicles, it is not. The Mini AirTracker at $9.99 uses a standard CR2032 coin cell rated approximately 24 months, delivers the same Crowd-GPS reporting schedule and the same ProFleet Platform subscription, at $45.00 less per unit. On a deployment of even ten handheld tools, that difference is $450 in hardware cost before any subscription is considered, and a coin cell that lasts two years is not a meaningful maintenance burden.

Skip, for handheld tools, the Mini AirTracker at $9.99 provides equivalent tracking capability; the solar premium is not justified by the use case.

The picks side by side

What it costs to run

Purchased vehicle, asset, and trailer trackers subscribe at $12.95/month on the Standard platform, month-to-month, with no contracts and 10 business days' notice required to cancel.

For fleets that prefer not to buy hardware outright, a free plug-in or hardwired vehicle tracker is available at $13.95/month on Standard plus a one-time activation fee. That device remains Btracking property: ending the subscription means returning it in working condition or paying an $85 device buyout fee. Hardware purchased outright carries no such obligation.

The Mini AirTracker is the one exception to month-to-month billing. It requires an annual ProFleet Platform subscription that renews automatically unless canceled at least 10 business days before the renewal date.

BLE tool-tracking service and dashcam platform pricing are available on request.

For a fuller breakdown of how per-vehicle subscription costs stack against hardware purchase options, see What Fleet GPS Actually Costs.

Tracking crews by the truck, not the person

Vehicle data answers the contract-management questions that matter most without placing any individual under personal surveillance.

When a BP50 Series plug-in vehicle tracker is installed in a crew truck, the platform records every stop location across the working day along with the entry and exit time at each one. Dwell time at each address, read across a season, shows which contracts take longer on the ground than they were priced for. A property that consistently runs over its estimate is a repricing conversation backed by the record rather than by recollection.

Route history gives the full stop sequence for any given day, which is what is needed to reconstruct events when a customer questions whether a visit took place.

For yard security, a geofence around the yard sends an alert the moment a truck or trailer carrying a tracker leaves the boundary. Restricting those alerts to after-hours means a trailer leaving overnight is reported while there is still time to act, not discovered at the start of the next shift.