# SONAR Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra > With the help of Capterra, learn about SONAR Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other Freight products and more. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/199499/SONAR --- # SONAR Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on March 13, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. Independent research methodology Capterra’s researchers use a mix of verified reviews, independent research and objective methodologies to bring you selection and ranking information you can trust. While we may earn a referral fee when you visit a provider through our links or speak to an advisor, this has no influence on our research or methodology. 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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/resources/how-we-ensure-transparency/) [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) SONAR ## What is SONAR? SONAR is the world's leading freight forecasting platform, and the only one with a complete, reliable view of everything moving in the global freight economy. SONAR provides users exclusive, real-time insights and actionable intelligence, as well as the ability to benchmark, analyze, monitor, and forecast the global supply chain. SONAR covers all modes – trucking, rail, ocean, and air. Using the SONAR platform, users can monitor all of elements that impact the freight market – trucking spot and contract rates, fuel, demand, capacity, volumes, seasonality, weather, risk-management, equipment values and much more! SONAR delivers trusted data and analysis across the global freight market – in real time. SONAR allows brokers/3PLs, carriers, shippers, financial institutions, rail/intermodal, air cargo, maritime and final mile participants to benchmark, analyze, monitor and forecast the global supply chain (or any subset that comprises their market). ## What is SONAR used for? [Freight](https://www.capterra.com/freight-software/)[Logistics](https://www.capterra.com/logistics-software/)[Shipping](https://www.capterra.com/shipping-software/) Top alternative Featured Overall rating Based on 9 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive \- Neutral \- Negative \- Contact vendor for pricing Free trial available Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Do you work for SONAR?[Manage this product listing](https://digitalmarkets.gartner.com/get-listed/claim-bx?url=https://sonar.freightwaves.com&name=SONAR) ## Compare with a popular alternative Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status. ### SONAR 4.7 (9) VS. [4.5 (1,688)](https://www.capterra.com/p/138669/Motive/reviews/) Starting Price Contact vendor Starting Price Contact vendor Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.7 (9) Ease Of Use 4.4 (1,688) Value For Money 4.2 (9) Value For Money 4.2 (1,554) Customer Service 4.8 (8) Customer Service 4.4 (1,625) ## SONAR alternatives [4.1 (131)](https://www.capterra.com/p/86175/3PL-Warehouse-Manager/reviews/) Starting price $599.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 83% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars Highest Rated [Elite EXTRA](https://www.capterra.com/p/131389/Elite-EXTRA/) [4.7 (364)](https://www.capterra.com/p/131389/Elite-EXTRA/reviews/) Starting price $24.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 97% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/131389/Elite-EXTRA/) [PCS TMS](https://www.capterra.com/p/29249/Express/) [4.2 (242)](https://www.capterra.com/p/29249/Express/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 83% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/29249/Express/) [Driv.in](https://www.capterra.com/p/147906/Driv-in/) [4.7 (114)](https://www.capterra.com/p/147906/Driv-in/reviews/) Starting price $40.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 97% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/147906/Driv-in/) [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/199499/SONAR/alternatives/) ## Features Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically. Rate Management 4.0 (3) 66.67% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track/optimize rates in relation to usage Real-Time Updates 4.7 (3) 100.00% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made Route Optimization 4.0 (3) 33.33% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Finding the most optimal routes for drivers based on various factors and constraints Activity Dashboard 5.0 (2) 100.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Demand Forecasting 5.0 (2) 100.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Forecast customer demand using historical insights and simulations Quotes/Estimates 4.5 (2) 50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Generate quotes or estimates for customers SONAR 28 features Outsource and manage third party logistics Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Alter the layout and content of reports Import and export data to and from software applications Forecast customer demand using historical insights and simulations Intended to be used by freight brokers and logistics companies Management of inbound and outbound shipments in the context of international trade Management of the flow of things between point of origin and point of consumption. Manage and support multiple locations Organize and manage all processes/procedures involved in purchasing goods and/or services Generate quotes or estimates for customers Track/optimize rates in relation to usage Receive data and information in real time Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Finding the most optimal routes for drivers based on various factors and constraints Oversee various functions of the organization while balancing and optimizing supply and demand Manage and track orders being shipped to customers Manage the planning and execution of supply chain activities Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Organize and track the physical movement of goods from one location to another Track and manage transportation of large cargo that fills an entire trailer/truck Manage and track operations and inventory within warehouses Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Features 4.6 (9) 4.6 Based on 9 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.2 (9) ### Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Free trial available Value for money 4.2 (9) 4.2 Based on 9 reviews Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. Our team has helped 1 million+ businesses like yours find options that fit their needs. ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.8 (8) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.8 (8) 4.8 Based on 8 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.7 Based on 9 reviews Filter by rating 5(6) 4(3) 3(0) 2(0) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent AU Anonymous User Logistic Coordinator Logistics and Supply Chain ### "Sonar is a game-changer!" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 September 16, 2024 Overall, my experience with FreightWaves SONAR has been really good. It gives you a ton of real-time data that’s super helpful for understanding market trends and making quick decisions. It does take a little time to figure out all the features—kind of like trying to find your way around a new city without Google Maps—but once you do, it’s a game-changer. Sure, some of the advanced tools felt like trying to decode a secret message, but the info is so useful that it’s worth the learning curve. Plus, even if you don’t use all the fancy features, it’s still a must-have for anyone in the freight world. Pros What I like most about Freight Waves SONAR is how it provides real-time data and insights, making it easier to make quick, informed decisions. The platform breaks down complex freight information like rates and capacity trends into simple, easy-to-read visuals. It’s also great that everything you need is in one place, saving time and helping you plan better. Cons What I liked least about Freight Waves SONAR is that it can be a bit overwhelming at first because there’s so much data. It takes a little time to get used to navigating all the features. Some of the more advanced tools can be tricky for beginners, too. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. TH Tyler H. Lead Supply Chain Analyst Logistics and Supply Chain ### "SONAR IS THE BEST!" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 August 20, 2024 Overall it has been a great experience and this is another great tool to utilize. Pros The layout and funcationality of all the various dashboarsds. Cons Getting started and familiar with all the capabilities it has to offer. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. MW Matt W. Logistics Solutions Representative Transportation/Trucking/Railroad ### "A solid investment for those wanting to bring an edge to their logistics team." 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 August 20, 2024 Pros I like the range of data indices they provide. Cons Originally I didn't love the speed of the site but they have since increased the site performance. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. TM Tariq M. Co-Founder, CEO Logistics and Supply Chain ### "SONAR Review" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 August 13, 2024 SONAR has been an invaluable tool for our business and the team supporting us has been nothing short of exceptional. Pros The breadth of datapoints is incredible. Cons The a la carte subscriptions, at the price point I would expect to have more features included in the subscription. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. NL Nick L. Account Manager Logistics and Supply Chain ### "FreightWaves SONAR - Solid Tool, Room For Improvement" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 August 8, 2024 Overall, I enjoy using SONAR. I find it to be easy to read and use. I have mixed results as far as rate accuracy goes. Pros 1) Ease of Use 2) Visualization of the TRAC Spot Graph 3) Ability to flip between flat rates and per mile rates Cons 1) Accuracy is a little off in my experience - rates can be significantly higher than projected by SONAR for some lanes 2) I wish the market data was a little more thorough / easier to read. I would love to be able to see more depth as it relates to capacity in the lane on a daily basis. 3) I would enjoy a 'tie in' feature where you could compare company lane history against the market history. Just more data to compare and leverage when making decisions Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. MM Mariana M. Analyst Railroad Manufacture ### "Great tool for analyze the current trends " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 August 8, 2024 Overall very good, the customer service team is always willing to help, particularly \[sensitive content hidden\], he is always on top of answering all my inquiries Pros The container atlas tool and the orail and irail indexes Cons That I can not export the data unless I pay the additional memebership Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. TB Tony B. Sr. Operations Manager Consumer Goods ### "Sonar Review" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 May 7, 2024 Pros Overall market conditions and trends. Able to see/analyze multiple metrics. Cons not able to understand characteristics of freight that could influence. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Silvio B. Direção Marketing and Advertising ### "Um Software para Gravar e Sequenciar Sons" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 January 25, 2023 Pros Com o Sonar da Cakewalk é possível fazer uma boa gravação de qualquer áudio. Você pode gravar qualquer áudio externo ou sintetizador e incorporar ao projeto facilmente ou fazer a mixagem nele mesmo. Ele é completo e tem uma série de plug-ins que ajudam na edição e manipulação do áudio. Para quem trabalha com arquivos midi é a melhor opção. É uma marca pioneira e com muitos recursos e uma ótima interface. Cons Por ser um software muito eficiente e completo, dependendo da versão que a pessoa tenha, ele torna-se um Daw um pouco pesado. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Fernando R. CCO Computer Software ### "Very good tool for Code Quality and Code Security" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 15, 2022 We use SONAR in our software development process to guarantee the code quality and the code security. We integrate SONAR with Jenkins and SVN Pros Dashboard with project info like bugs, vulnerbilities, code smell and test coverage Cons Some configuration items are not clear to set. I would like a better documentation Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. 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