MatrixBasic
Beame
R99/month
Includes: Stolen vehicle recovery (36-month subscription).
- Stolen vehicle recovery
- 24/7 monitoring centre
- Mobile app access
- Jamming detection
- + 1 more feature
Car tracker brands · Matrix
Matrix Tracker Prices 2026
What every Matrix plan costs per month, what is included, and which plan suits which driver.
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Matrix plans in short
Matrix is the consumer vehicle-tracking brand of MiX Telematics, now part of Powerfleet. It offers two hardwired plans, Silver (live tracking and app) and Gold (adds driver behaviour, crash detection and a panic button), plus Beame, a cheaper wireless recovery unit without live tracking. For a full review, see how Matrix works.
Prices
Matrix plans and prices
From R99/month. 3 plans compared.
| Plan | Monthly price | Installation | Contract | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beame | R99 | Installation quoted by provider | 36-month contract | Budget, insurer-approved recovery cover without wiring into the car’s electronics. |
| Silver | R219 | Installation quoted by provider | 36-month contract | A vehicle you plan to keep long-term, with alerts and a panic option. |
| Gold | R239 | Installation quoted by provider | 36-month contract | Drivers who want crash alerts, roadside assist and a SARS tax logbook. |
MatrixMid-range
Silver
R219/month
Includes: Trips, GeoLoc Advanced Alert, Panic Alert, Border Alert, Power Down, Reports and Beame.
- Stolen vehicle recovery
- 24/7 monitoring centre
- Live GPS tracking
- Mobile app access
- + 4 more features
MatrixPremium
Gold
R239/month
Includes: Trips, GeoLoc Advanced Alert and Panic Alert with Remote, Crash Alert, Border Alert, Tax Logbook, No Go Zones, Power Down, Roadside Assist, Reports and Beame.
- Stolen vehicle recovery
- 24/7 monitoring centre
- Live GPS tracking
- Mobile app access
- + 5 more features
Which Matrix plan should you choose?
- Beame: the cheapest way to get insurer-approved recovery. No live tracking. See the Beame guide.
- Silver: live tracking in the app for everyday peace of mind.
- Gold: for drivers who want a panic button, crash detection and driver reports.
All Matrix plans in our catalogue run on 36-month contracts, and installation is quoted per vehicle.
Matrix pros and cons
Pros
- Gold adds a panic button and crash detection
- Beame offers wireless recovery at a low monthly price
- Backed by Powerfleet, a large international telematics group
- Beame is approved by major insurers
Cons
- Silver and Gold cost more than similar Cartrack plans
- Installation quoted
- 36-month contracts
How Matrix compares
Matrix Vision
Matrix Vision AI dashcam from R359/month
Road-facing and in-cab cameras with collision and distraction alerts. Vision R359 or Vision Pro R399 a month, VAT incl.
Matrix Beame
Insurer-approved recovery from R99/month
Wireless, no wiring into your car, battery up to three years. See Beame details. For higher-risk vehicles, Beame Plus is R149/month with two devices installed free, a recovery warranty of up to R100,000 and app access.
FAQ
Common Questions
How much is a Matrix tracker per month?+
In our catalogue Matrix plans range from R99 (Beame) and R149 (Beame Plus) to R189 (Bronze), R219 (Silver) and R239 (Gold) a month on 36-month contracts. Confirm current pricing with a quote.
Is Beame part of Matrix?+
Yes. Beame and Matrix are both consumer brands of MiX Telematics, now part of Powerfleet.
Does Matrix include a panic button?+
The Gold plan includes a panic button and crash detection.
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