Schneider National vs Werner Enterprises
Two of the most compared mega carriers. Schneider has more diverse divisions and company-paid CDL training. Werner offers strong dedicated accounts and consistent mentoring. Both are publicly traded nationwide carriers.
Schneider National
- Pay
- $50,000 - $85,000
- Fleet
- 9,500+ trucks
- Rating
- 4/5
Werner Enterprises
- Pay
- $52,000 - $80,000
- Fleet
- 8,000+ trucks
- Rating
- 3.8/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
Schneider National
Schneider pays $50K-$85K with tanker and intermodal highest.
Werner Enterprises
Werner pays $52K-$80K with dedicated earning the most.
Home Time
Schneider National
Multiple home time options including intermodal (daily) and regional (weekly).
Werner Enterprises
Dedicated and regional weekly; OTR is 2-3 weeks.
Benefits
Schneider National
Company-paid CDL, APU trucks, 401(k), full health.
Werner Enterprises
Health, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, rider/pet.
Training/Support
Schneider National
Company-paid CDL with structured solo path.
Werner Enterprises
Accepts graduates with mentoring program.
Equipment/Technology
Schneider National
APU Freightliners with telematics.
Werner Enterprises
Modern fleet, 2-3 year average.
Our Verdict
Schneider is the stronger overall choice with more divisions, company-paid CDL training, and APU trucks. Werner is solid for dedicated accounts and straightforward dry van work. For new drivers choosing between the two, Schneider is the recommendation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Schneider better than Werner?
For most drivers, slightly yes -- more diverse divisions, APU trucks, and company-paid CDL training.
Does Werner have tanker?
No. Werner focuses on dry van and dedicated. Schneider has a large tanker division.
Which is bigger?
Similar size. Schneider runs 9,500+ trucks; Werner has 8,000+.