KEDRA VS FLEET PLANNER

Kedra vs Fleet Planner

Fleet Planner is a UK compliance platform with deep roots in HGV and PSV operations. Kedra focuses on van and car fleets with automatic DVLA data, AI-powered insights, and a free tier. Both take compliance seriously — the difference is who they are built for.

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SIDE-BY-SIDE

Feature comparison

Dimension	Kedra	Fleet Planner
Fleet focus	Van and car fleets	HGV, PSV, and van fleets
Free tier	Yes — 3 vehicles free	No
Contract length	Month-to-month	Subscription-based
DVLA auto-lookup	Yes — enter reg, data populates	Manual vehicle entry
MOT tracking	Yes — full DVSA history	Yes
Compliance tracking	MOT, tax, insurance, licences	MOT, tax, insurance, O-Licence
Walkaround checks	DVSA-aligned, 31 items, QR access	DVSA-aligned walkaround checks
Cost/TCO analysis	All plans	Basic cost tracking
AI assistant	Yes — fleet-wide AI	No
Tachograph management	No	Yes — drivers' hours compliance
O-Licence compliance	Basic support	Deep O-Licence management
Setup time	Under 5 minutes	Manual setup required
Fuel benchmarking	Yes — national average comparison	No
Per-user fees	None — unlimited users	Not published
UK-native	Yes — built for UK fleets	Yes — UK compliance specialist

THEIR STRENGTHS

Where Fleet Planner is strong

Deep HGV and PSV compliance

Fleet Planner has strong roots in the HGV and PSV world. O-Licence compliance, tachograph management, and drivers' hours monitoring are core features. If you run heavy goods vehicles, this specialism matters.

DVSA walkaround check heritage

Fleet Planner's walkaround check system is designed around HGV pre-use inspection requirements. Well-established with operators who need to demonstrate compliance for DVSA enforcement checks.

Workshop and maintenance workflows

Maintenance scheduling and workshop management features tailored to commercial vehicle operations. Designed for fleets with in-house workshops or regular maintenance programmes.

OUR ADVANTAGES

Where Kedra is different

DVLA auto-lookup saves hours

Enter a registration in Kedra and 16+ fields populate from the DVLA automatically — make, model, MOT history, tax status, fuel type, CO2 emissions. Fleet Planner requires manual vehicle data entry.

AI-powered fleet intelligence

Kedra includes an AI assistant that answers questions about your fleet in plain English. Compliance queries, cost analysis, vehicle comparisons — all from a chat interface. Fleet Planner has no AI features.

Cost analysis and TCO on every plan

Kedra provides total cost of ownership per vehicle, cost-per-mile calculations, and fuel benchmarking against national averages. Comprehensive cost visibility that Fleet Planner does not offer at the same depth.

Free tier to start

Try Kedra with 3 vehicles at no cost. No credit card, no sales call. Fleet Planner has no free tier — you commit before you can evaluate the platform with your own data.

WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Who should choose what

Choose Fleet Plannerif…

You operate HGVs or PSVs and need tachograph and drivers' hours management
You hold an O-Licence and need deep operator licence compliance features
You have an in-house workshop and need maintenance scheduling for commercial vehicles

Choose Kedra if…

Your fleet is primarily vans and cars, not HGVs
You want DVLA auto-lookup instead of typing vehicle data manually
You want AI-powered insights from your fleet data
You want to try the platform free before committing
You need cost analysis and fuel benchmarking alongside compliance

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kedra a Fleet Planner alternative?+

For van and car fleets, yes. Fleet Planner is strongest in HGV/PSV compliance with tachograph management and O-Licence features. Kedra is purpose-built for van and car fleets with automatic DVLA data, AI insights, and cost analysis. If you run HGVs, Fleet Planner may be the better fit.

Does Kedra have walkaround checks like Fleet Planner?+

Yes. Kedra includes DVSA-aligned daily vehicle checks with a 31-item checklist, QR code access for drivers (no login required), photo capture, and digital signature. Both platforms take daily checks seriously.

Can I use Kedra for HGV compliance?+

Kedra tracks MOT, tax, and insurance for all vehicle types including HGVs. However, it does not currently offer tachograph management or drivers' hours compliance. For HGV-specific regulatory features, Fleet Planner or a dedicated tachograph solution is more appropriate.

Does Fleet Planner have DVLA integration like Kedra?+

Fleet Planner does not offer automatic DVLA data population when adding vehicles. You enter vehicle details manually. Kedra connects directly to the DVLA API — enter a registration and the platform auto-fills make, model, fuel type, MOT history, tax status, and more.

Which is better for a mixed fleet of vans and HGVs?+

If your fleet is predominantly vans with a few HGVs, Kedra covers the compliance and cost tracking for all vehicles, while you may need a separate tachograph solution for the HGVs. If HGVs are the majority, Fleet Planner's specialist features may be more important.