Looking for a Hardstand alternative? How TrakkHQ compares
Hardstand is a new job system for haulage, civil and plant hire. It covers trucks, plant, subbies and crews. If that fits your business, it's worth a look. This page is for carriers who want a customer portal or a system built around trucks.
We've only used what Hardstand publishes on its own website, as at 15 October 2026. If something here is out of date, email [email protected] and we'll fix it.
Pricing
For pricing, see each company's own website. TrakkHQ's plans are on our pricing page, and every plan includes unlimited office users and drivers.
Features side by side
| Hardstand | TrakkHQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Job allocation board | Yes, for trucks, plant and crews | Yes, for trucks |
| Driver or crew app | Yes | Yes |
| Dockets and proof of delivery | Yes | Yes |
| Live tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Xero invoicing | Yes, plus MYOB | Yes |
| Payroll from hours | Yes | Timesheets now, payroll export coming soon |
| Pre-starts | Yes | Yes |
| Customer portal with PODs and invoices | Not listed on its site | Yes, on Pro |
| Workshop and mechanics app | Not listed on its site | Yes, on Pro+ |
| Run it from Claude or ChatGPT | Not listed on its site | Yes, on Pro+ |
Where Hardstand is stronger
Hardstand covers plant hire and crews as well as trucks. It also has MYOB, plus a safety pack with SWMS and Take 5s.
Where TrakkHQ is stronger
TrakkHQ was built inside TLH, a Melbourne carrier running semis and crane trucks. It gives your customers their own portal with live tracking, PODs and invoices. Office users and drivers are unlimited on every plan.
Try it
Every new company gets 30 days of Pro free, with no card needed. Or book a demo and we'll show you a live day at TLH.