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Pay only for what you use. Every plan starts free — upgrade when you're ready. No setup fees, no contracts, no surprises.

ESSE Portal — Carrier TMS

Full transportation management system for carriers of all sizes. Start free, scale as you grow.

Free
$0/month
Everything you need to get started. No credit card required.
  • 10 loads per month
  • Up to 5 drivers
  • 500 MB document storage
  • Basic document upload
  • Driver application portal
  • Email support
Start free →
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Pro
$49/month
Everything in Free, plus unlimited loads, drivers, and the full ESSE toolset.
  • Unlimited loads per month
  • Unlimited drivers
  • 10 GB document storage
  • E-signature + templates
  • Full reports (CSV / PDF / XLS)
  • Compliance alerts & expiration tracking
  • API access
  • Priority support
Start Pro trial →
Enterprise
Custom
For carriers running 100+ drivers with complex integration and compliance needs.
  • 100+ drivers
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Custom integrations
  • On-site training
  • SLA guarantee
  • Custom data retention policy
  • Advanced role & permission control
Contact sales →

ERETHELD ELD Device

FMCSA-registered ELD hardware and software. Per-driver pricing with volume discounts. Device ERS238.

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Per Driver
$25/driver/month
For carriers with 1–4 active drivers.
  • FMCSA-registered ERS238 device
  • Hours of Service (HOS) tracking
  • Real-time GPS location
  • Engine data & diagnostics
  • DOT officer log transfer (telematics + USB)
Get ELD →
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Fleet 5+
$20/driver/month
Volume discount for carriers with 5–19 active drivers.
  • Everything in Per Driver
  • Fleet dashboard overview
  • Multi-driver HOS reporting
  • Compliance alert notifications
  • Email + chat support
Get ELD →
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Fleet 20+
$15/driver/month
Best rate for carriers with 20 or more active drivers.
  • Everything in Fleet 5+
  • Dedicated support contact
  • Priority device replacement
  • Bulk device provisioning
  • Custom reporting & data export
Contact sales →
Device options: Device purchase or lease available. Installation support included with all plans. Contact office@esseinc.com to discuss hardware options.

Driver Onboarding

Digital CDL driver application, document workflow, and approval system. Always free for drivers to apply.

For Drivers
$0
Applying and completing onboarding is always free for drivers. No fees, no hidden costs — ever.
  • Digital application
  • Document upload (CDL, medical cert, etc.)
  • E-signature for company policies
  • Real-time status updates
  • Driver portal access
Apply as driver →
Per Driver (Carriers)
$15/driver
One-time fee per successfully onboarded driver. Pay only when onboarding is complete.
  • No monthly commitment
  • Pay as you go
  • Full onboarding workflow
  • Document storage included
  • Recruiter dashboard
Get started →
Unlimited Plan
$299/month
Best for high-volume carriers. Unlimited driver onboarding for one flat monthly rate.
  • Unlimited drivers per month
  • Priority recruiter queue
  • Bulk upload & batch actions
  • Advanced reporting
  • Dedicated account contact
Contact sales →
Onboarding includes
  • Digital application with all required FMCSA fields
  • Document upload: CDL, medical cert, PSP, MVR, prior employer
  • E-signature for consents and company policies
  • Background check coordination
  • Recruiter approval workflow and status tracking

Freight Services

ESSE is a licensed freight carrier and broker. We move real freight under USDOT 4323811 · MC 1687368.

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Spot Loads

Per-load pricing. Rates vary by lane, weight, equipment type, and market conditions. Contact us for a quote on your specific load.

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Dedicated Lanes

Custom pricing for recurring freight. Volume discounts available for shippers with consistent lane requirements. Includes capacity guarantee.

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Brokerage

Licensed freight broker services. We source capacity across our carrier network for your freight needs, from LTL to full truckload.

Authority & Licensing

ESSE Inc is a fully licensed property carrier and freight broker operating nationwide.

  • 📌 USDOT 4323811
  • 📌 MC 1687368
  • 📌 Authorized: Property & Broker
  • 📌 Dayton, Ohio
  • 📌 Nationwide operations
Request freight quote →

937-240-0708 · office@esseinc.com

Pricing FAQ

Common questions about plans, billing, and features.

Can I change plans anytime?

Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time from your carrier portal settings. Changes take effect at the start of your next billing cycle. No penalties or lock-in periods.

Is there a free trial for Pro?

Yes. All new carrier accounts get a 14-day free trial with full Pro features included. No credit card required to start the trial. You'll be prompted to add billing details if you choose to continue after the trial ends.

How does per-driver ELD pricing work?

You pay monthly based on the number of active drivers assigned an ELD device. You can add or remove drivers at any time — billing adjusts on your next cycle. There's no fee for inactive drivers not using a device.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) processed securely. ACH bank transfer is available for carriers on annual plans. Contact support to set up ACH billing.

Are there setup fees?

No setup fees for any software plan. The ELD hardware device (ERS238) has a separate one-time cost or is available on a lease — but the software subscription itself has no setup or activation fee.

What happens when I hit the free tier limit?

When you reach the free plan limits (10 loads/month or 5 drivers), you'll receive a notification in the portal and by email. You can upgrade to Pro to continue without interruption, or wait for the limits to reset at the start of the next calendar month.

Ready to get started?

Free plan takes 5 minutes to set up. No credit card required. Start moving freight smarter today.

Questions? Call us:
937-240-0708

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