Ruptela HCV5 vs Rinho Smart IoT: Heavy Duty Trackers 2026
👉 Who this article is for: Integrators and heavy-duty fleet managers evaluating robust trackers for freight transport, refrigerated, or machinery, and need to decide between IP67 robustness or advanced automation capabilities.
⚠️ Disclaimer: This analysis reflects our perspective as Rinho manufacturers, but with a commitment to technical honesty. There's no perfect tracker for all cases — each project has different needs. Our philosophy is to help you choose the best for your specific case, even if that means recommending another brand.
Ruptela HCV5 is a tracker designed specifically for heavy transport applications, competing in the same segment as Rinho Smart IoT. Both promise robustness and advanced capabilities, but they have fundamental differences.
Comparison Table
| Feature | Ruptela HCV5 | Rinho Smart IoT | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cellular connectivity | LTE Cat 1 + 2G | LTE Cat 1 + 2G | Tie |
| WiFi | ❌ Not available | ✅ Integrated | Smart |
| BLE for sensors | BLE 4.2 | BLE 5.0 | Smart |
| Inputs | 6 DIN + 2 AIN | 9 DIN + 7 AIN | Smart |
| Outputs | 3 | 3 | Tie |
| CAN Bus | 1x J1939/OBDII | CAN (J1939, OBDII, IESCAN) | See note* |
| Event engine | Basic (limited AND/OR) | 196 programmable rules | Smart |
| Serial port | 1 (RS232) | 1 (TTL 3V3) | See note |
| RS485 | 1 | ❌ No | HCV5 |
| 1-Wire | 1 | 2 | Smart |
| Backup battery | 1100 mAh | 1300 mAh | Smart |
| Power supply | 9-36V DC | 8-38V DC | Tie |
| IP protection | IP67 | IP30 | HCV5 |
| Technical support | Lithuania (English, +5/+6h) | LATAM (Spanish) | Smart |
WiFi: Rinho's unique differentiator
Smart IoT is the only professional heavy-duty tracker with integrated WiFi. Neither the HCV5, nor the Teltonika FMC650, nor any other competitor offers this in the segment.
What is WiFi useful for in truck fleets?
- Starlink connectivity in rural areas (pampas, cerrado, altiplano) where there's no cellular coverage
- Data download at depots at no connectivity cost
- Integrated captive portal: Smart can serve a configurable web page where drivers perform check-in, pre-operational inspection, or confirm deliveries all connected to the 196 rules engine
I/O: Balanced comparison
| Type | HCV5 | Smart IoT |
|---|---|---|
| Digital inputs | 6 | 9 |
| Analog inputs | 2 | 7 |
| Outputs | 3 | 3 |
The HCV5 has 6 DIN + 2 AIN, while the Smart offers 9 digital inputs + 7 analog inputs + 3 outputs. The Smart has a significant I/O advantage for complex applications with multiple sensors and peripherals.
CAN Bus: Profiles vs Flexibility
Note on CAN: Ruptela has a reasonable CAN profile database, although not as extensive as Teltonika. For common brands, setup is straightforward.
Rinho covers the main standards: OBDII, J1939, and IESCAN (Mercedes-Benz). Rinho's advantage is in CXECU for custom configurations when you have a vehicle without a profile or need specific proprietary parameters, you can define custom readings.
Mercedes-Benz: Rinho has native IESCAN support, the Mercedes trucks-specific protocol. This is relevant because MB has a significant presence in freight transport in Argentina, Chile, and Brazil.
BLE Ecosystem: Wireless sensors for complex operations
Smart IoT includes factory BLE 5.0 ideal for heavy transport operations with multiple monitoring points.
| Mokosmart Sensor | Heavy transport application |
|---|---|
| Rinho Condition (L02S) | Multiple temperature zones in refrigerated, virtual trailer coupling, door opening |
| Rinho ID Band (W6) | Driver identification, start control, SOS button, fall detection during loading/unloading |
Success case: Virtual trailer coupling
Without cables or perforations in the fifth wheel, the system automatically detects which trailer is coupled to each tractor. Useful for fleets where one tractor can pull multiple trailers in a day. Read more about virtual coupling with Mokosmart.
Multi-zone cold chain monitoring
With L02S sensors distributed in the refrigerated container, you can monitor main chamber temperature, antechamber, and product, all integrated with the 196 rules engine for smart alerts:
IF temperature_zone1 > 8C OR temperature_zone2 > 8C
AND compressor = ACTIVE (via CAN)
AND condition_time > 10 minutes
THEN → CRITICAL Alert + SMS + emergency profile
Need to integrate a specific sensor? Rinho's support team can adapt new BLE devices to your operation.
Event engine: The automation gap
The HCV5 allows configuring alerts with basic AND/OR logic, but has limitations in:
- Number of conditions per rule
- Available actions
- Rule chaining
Smart IoT has 196 programmable rules with:
- AND/OR/NOT without practical limits
- Multiple conditions per rule
- Multiple simultaneous actions
- Chaining between rules
Example: Multi-zone cold chain control
IF temperature_zone1 > 4C OR temperature_zone2 > 4C OR temperature_zone3 > 4C
AND compressor = ACTIVE (via CAN)
AND condition_time > 15 minutes
AND vehicle_moving = YES
THEN
→ Event "Refrigeration failure" CRITICAL priority
→ Activate cabin buzzer
→ SMS to supervisor + manager
→ Switch to "Emergency" profile (report every 30 sec)
→ Record snapshot of all sensors
In HCV5: This combination of nested OR conditions with multiple actions is not configurable.
In Smart IoT: One rule, direct configuration.
Robustness: HCV5 wins in IP
| Feature | HCV5 | Smart IoT |
|---|---|---|
| IP protection | IP67 (immersion) | IP30 (indoor) |
| Backup battery | 1100 mAh | 1300 mAh |
The HCV5 has better IP protection (IP67 vs IP30). For very exposed installations this is relevant. Smart IoT with IP30 is designed for protected installations inside the cabin.
In backup battery, the Smart has slightly more capacity (1300 mAh vs 1100 mAh). Both offer adequate autonomy for professional applications.
Technical support: The LATAM factor
Ruptela is headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania. Support is available in English with a time difference of +5/+6 hours from Argentina/Chile.
Rinho operates from Argentina with support in Spanish in the same timezone. When you have a CAN configuration problem at 2pm in Buenos Aires, the difference between waiting until the next day or solving it immediately is significant.
When NOT to choose Rinho Smart
For transparency, here are cases where Ruptela may be a better option:
| Situation | Why choose HCV5 |
|---|---|
| IP67 protection is mandatory | Smart is IP30 (indoor) |
| You need RS485 | HCV5 has RS485 port, Smart does not |
| Very exposed installation | HCV5 withstands immersion |
When to choose each one?
Choose Ruptela HCV5 if:
- IP67 protection is mandatory (very exposed installations)
- Your fleet has CAN profiles already supported by Ruptela
- Your technical team handles English and is used to asynchronous support
Choose Rinho Smart IoT if:
- WiFi is critical for your operation (Starlink, data download)
- You need configurable inputs (digital/analog as needed)
- You want to integrate wireless BLE sensors (virtual coupling, driver identification)
- You want complex automations (196 programmable rules)
- You operate Mercedes-Benz trucks (native IESCAN)
- You value technical support in Spanish and the same timezone
Conclusion
HCV5 is a robust tracker with excellent IP67 protection. Smart IoT offers:
- ✅ WiFi unique in its category
- ✅ Configurable inputs (6 dig/analog + 3 outputs)
- ✅ Complete BLE ecosystem for wireless sensors
- ✅ Much superior event engine (196 vs basic)
- ✅ Flexible CAN support with CXECU
- ✅ TTL serial port for integrations
For operations where extreme physical robustness (IP67) is the priority, the HCV5 is a good choice. For complex operations requiring automation, advanced connectivity, and wireless sensors, the Smart is the most complete option.
Have a specific project and not sure which tracker to choose? Contact us and we'll help you evaluate the best option even if it's not Rinho.