JJ Keller vs TruckComplianceHQ: DOT Compliance Software Compared

A side-by-side look at how JJ Keller and TruckComplianceHQ handle driver qualification files, Clearinghouse queries, and DOT audit prep — with pricing checked against each company's current site.

Research methodology

Compared: JJ Keller and TruckComplianceHQ
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Sources: FMCSA regulations, official product documentation, direct testing
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Quick comparison

Category	JJ Keller	TruckComplianceHQ
Focus	VERIFY: describe JJ Keller's actual product scope	DOT compliance tracking for small and mid-size carriers
Pricing	VERIFY: exact plan and price	VERIFY: exact plan and price
Best for	VERIFY: who JJ Keller genuinely fits best	Small carriers who want compliance tracking without a bundled product catalog

JJ Keller DOT compliance: overview

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TruckComplianceHQ: overview

TruckComplianceHQ tracks driver qualification files, medical certificates, MVRs, and FMCSA Clearinghouse status in one place, with alerts before documents expire. See the compliance checker for a fleet-wide status view.

DOT compliance features compared

DOT compliance task	JJ Keller	TruckComplianceHQ
Driver qualification file management	VERIFY: confirm	Yes
Medical certificate expiration tracking	VERIFY: confirm	Yes
MVR tracking	VERIFY: confirm	Yes
Drug & alcohol program records	VERIFY: confirm	Yes
FMCSA Clearinghouse queries	VERIFY: confirm	Yes
Vehicle & maintenance records	VERIFY: confirm	Yes
Expiration alerts / reminders	VERIFY: confirm	Yes
Audit-ready document export	VERIFY: confirm	Yes

Related: see our driver qualification file checklist and FMCSA Clearinghouse guide for what each of these tasks actually requires under federal rules.

Cost by fleet size

Software cost per truck changes a lot depending on fleet size and which plan you're on. The table below should only be published once both companies' current pricing is confirmed.

Fleet size	JJ Keller (annual)	TruckComplianceHQ (annual)
1–5 trucks	VERIFY: calculate from confirmed pricing	VERIFY: calculate from confirmed pricing
6–20 trucks	VERIFY: calculate from confirmed pricing	VERIFY: calculate from confirmed pricing
21–50 trucks	VERIFY: calculate from confirmed pricing	VERIFY: calculate from confirmed pricing

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Which one should you choose?

Choose JJ Keller if

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Choose TruckComplianceHQ if

You run a small or mid-size fleet and want a focused tool for driver files, Clearinghouse tracking, and expiration alerts without a wider product catalog.

Choose neither if

VERIFY: be honest here — name a case where a different tool or a managed compliance service genuinely fits better. See our comparison of compliance software vs. managed compliance.

Which software makes an FMCSA audit easier?

An FMCSA safety audit checks driver qualification files, drug and alcohol program records, hours-of-service logs, and vehicle maintenance files. Software helps by keeping those records complete and easy to export — it doesn't replace the underlying paperwork requirement.

For the specific documents FMCSA expects, see the FMCSA regulations and our new entrant safety audit guide.

How to switch from JJ Keller

Export existing driver and vehicle records from JJ Keller.
Review each driver qualification file for missing documents.
Check every medical certificate and MVR expiration date.
Confirm drug & alcohol and Clearinghouse records are complete.
Import records into TruckComplianceHQ.
Set up expiration alerts for every driver and vehicle.
Run an audit-readiness check on the new system before relying on it.

Use the DQF builder to rebuild driver qualification files during the switch, and the audit prep tool to check everything is complete before you rely on the new system.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between JJ Keller and TruckComplianceHQ?

JJ Keller is a long-established compliance and safety company that sells DOT compliance software as part of a wider catalog of training, publications, and consulting services. TruckComplianceHQ is software built specifically for day-to-day DOT compliance tracking — driver qualification files, expiration alerts, and audit prep. [VERIFY: confirm JJ Keller's current product lineup and positioning before publishing.]

Is JJ Keller good for small trucking companies?

JJ Keller supports carriers of many sizes, including small fleets, but its pricing and packaging are built around a broad product catalog. Whether it's a good fit for a small carrier depends on budget and how many of its other services (training, consulting) you actually need. [VERIFY: confirm current small-fleet pricing before publishing.]

Is TruckComplianceHQ an alternative to JJ Keller?

Yes. TruckComplianceHQ covers the core DOT compliance tasks most small and mid-size carriers need — driver qualification files, medical certificate and MVR tracking, Clearinghouse queries, and expiration alerts — without the wider JJ Keller product catalog.

How much does JJ Keller DOT compliance software cost?

[VERIFY: JJ Keller does not publish full self-serve pricing on its site as of the last check. Contact JJ Keller directly or check their current pricing page before publishing a number.]

What is the best DOT compliance software for small carriers?

The right answer depends on fleet size, budget, and which compliance tasks you're trying to solve first (driver files, Clearinghouse, vehicle maintenance, or all three). See the comparison table above for how JJ Keller and TruckComplianceHQ differ on those specific tasks.