How do I choose a walkaround check app?

Compare DVSA alignment, offline reliability, defect-to-repair tracking, retention of records for 15 months, and pricing transparency. Trial the shortlist with real drivers before committing.

Does HaulGuard import existing data?

You add vehicles by registration and invite drivers in minutes; historical paper records don't need migrating for the system to start producing compliant evidence.

Can I trial HaulGuard first?

Yes — there's a 30-day free trial with no card required, covering up to 10 vehicles, so you can run a real pilot.

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Looking for a CheckedSafe alternative?

CheckedSafe is one of several UK vehicle-check apps. If you're weighing up alternatives, here's what HaulGuard offers and the criteria worth comparing any option on.

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In short

Digital walkaround check apps all cover the basics; the differences show up in defect handling, offline reliability, pricing and how audit-ready the records really are. This page sets out HaulGuard's approach and gives you a neutral checklist to compare any walkaround app against.

The verifiable facts

CheckedSafe and HaulGuard, side by side

Company & focus

CheckedSafe

UK company (Burnley, Lancashire). Vehicle-compliance app with separately-priced add-on modules: licence checks, driver hours, lone worker.

HaulGuard

UK product built around one job: DVSA walkaround checks, defect management and the O-licence records they produce.

Published pricing

CheckedSafe

£1 per vehicle per week for vehicle compliance, with add-on modules priced per user or per check.

HaulGuard

£3.50 per active vehicle per month (£3/vehicle on annual billing) — one plan with everything included, £14/month minimum.

Contract & billing

CheckedSafe

Pay-as-you-go with no sign-up fees or contractual tie-ins; invoiced monthly in arrears.

HaulGuard

Monthly rolling, cancel any time; 30-day free trial with no card; off-road and archived vehicles are never billed.

Driver app

CheckedSafe

Unlimited driver app downloads, mobile defect reporting and GPS location tags.

HaulGuard

Guided per-vehicle-type DVSA templates with photo, GPS and signature evidence — offline-first, syncing automatically.

CheckedSafe details checked against their published pages on 4 July 2026. Pricing and features change — always confirm current details with the vendor.

What to look for

How to compare the options

Built for UK DVSA rules

Check that templates map to DVSA's Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness and cover HGV, PCV and van differences — not a generic inspection form.

Closed-loop defect management

Look for defects that route to a mechanic and are tracked through repair to sign-off, not just logged.

Offline-first

Drivers often have no signal at the depot or roadside. Confirm checks complete fully offline and sync later.

Transparent pricing

Per-active-vehicle pricing with off-road vehicles unbilled is easy to predict. Watch for per-seat or bundled tiers.

Where HaulGuard fits

What HaulGuard gives you

DVSA-aligned templates for HGV, PCV and van
Offline-first PWA — no signal needed
Closed-loop defects with a mechanic portal
Per-active-vehicle pricing, off-road vehicles free
15-month records and one-click evidence packs

FAQ

Questions, answered

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