Just wondering if anyone can recommend GPS tracker for dogs.
I saw this for $25 . Others seem to be for $250.
https://sydneytrendshop.com/products/pets-gps-tracker-activi…
Just wondering what everyone uses? Worse case I was thinking airtag or Samsung ones. So under $30 .
He'll need three more dogs to make full use of the 4 pack.
I just superglued an iphone on my dog's collar…
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That's a mass produced item that's a couple of dollars from China: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32974730606.html
Depending which listing, it states the distance is either 75m or 100m only. Not sure how useful that is to you. If it even works.
Battery not included. Not clear if requires sim card with data package or not. The decent ones seem to, this doesn't say.
Err states 75 feet, which is about 22m, these are all bluetooth devices, so more like 10m! Totally useless.
If you are in the apple world, then airtag is the best!
Yeah, all these gadgets are crap… even the expensive ones.
Stick an Apple AirTag and be done with it (requires the use of an iDevice, preferably an iPhone).
Yeah, all these gadgets are crap… even the expensive ones.
Yeah any of the bluetooth ones are crap, don't have the network of devices around. Even the Tile is hit and miss.
Stick an Apple AirTag and be done with it (requires the use of an iDevice, preferably an iPhone).
Agreed, I was kinda surprised Google didn't buy Tile when it was for sale recently and bake the tracking into the OS like Apple does. $205M USD seems like lunch money to Google and a great way to get into the market, instead, Life360 got them.
@JimmyF: Agreed.
That was a phenomenal opportunity, and they squandered it.
Internationally, there are far more Android phones (80%) compared to only (20%) iOS phones. Not to mention other devices. The only problem is that Google cannot bake Tile into AndroidOS which is open-source. They would have to make it into Google-Services which is licensed by OEMs. So that all devices that have the Google Play Store, would have it either built into the OS, or instead baked into it's own (system) App.
However, the majority of Android Phones are low-end (under USD $250), whereas the majority of iOS Phones are high-end (over USD $500). So you know the quality of the components and connection are great for AirTags, but are likely to suffer in quality for the hypothetical "Google Tiles".
I've been interested in something similar recently. From my short research, it sort of depends on what functionality you want - the one you referred to appears to only work via Bluetooth with a max range of 100ft.
There are GPS-based trackers out there that can locate your pet without a range limit (so long as there's a GPS signal available), but from what I've seen, they are more expensive to begin with, and have a monthly data cost (for the sim data cost for GPS tracking).
You should also consider size, battery life, waterproof standards, etc.
I saw this GPS-based one during my research, only had a quick look. The features seem nice, but the reviews show a more realistic expectation VS their marketing (but still not too bad). Just look out for the subscription cost, that's clearly where they make their money.
I use Nuttag GPS pet tracker.
Apple Tag probably is your best bet actually. The only downside is that if someone steals your dog they will be notified of the tracker, but if someone steals your dog they will see any tracker you have on it anyway. Apple Tag lasts at least a year on a single button cell battery. You'll probably just need a waterproof case for it and you're set.
AirTags are water resistant so probably no need to cover it further.
I thought they only get notified if/when they get home
Whenever I get notified while travelling with a friend, about an AirTag left in their car, it does take the round trip to get notified of their AirTag. It shows you what the AirTag has tracked too, the path you've taken with it.
Air tag
Most of the cheap trackers use bluetooth so it depends on you being withing the (very short) range to find your dog. Apple airtags and samsung smart tags (and some others) share information so if anyone with a compatible phone/app is within range it will alert you.
The more expensive tags require a sim card with a data plan and will constantly upload GPS information for you.
An airtag $45 with a rubber attachment for collars $5 from Amazon is likely the best (cheapest) offer, as you can use the find my phone setting to see live location.
Tractive gps is a more expensive option with a higher upfront price $80 and requires a monthly subscription 5 to 11 aud depending on options. however has real gps tracking via data on an included activated SIM and a bunch of other fitbit style data on your pet. Also doesn't matter what type of phone you have android/ apple etc
I was looking a while back. The xiami pet tracker seemed good but was never released in aus as far as I could find.
Ended up with an AirTag with silicone case.
Is good if your are in a high density area as it relies on other people having iPhones close by.
If it was a rural farm etc it would pretty much be useless
Yes, all these trackers are best in metro areas… only the sim gps ones are any use in rural areas. Even those would be hit and miss.. keeping them charged is the biggest challenge..
A lot of those GPS trackers either need a subscription (expensive) or don't work here (2g)
I would opt for an airtag with the speaker removed so it wouldn't freak out your pet.
Ive been looking into this. For an actual GPS tag they need to be charged every few days. A bluetooth tracker (like an airtag) can last a year or so without charge but arent as accurate from long range
Airatags are not live trackers either.. since they rely on last known location from iPhone Bluetooth.. if the animal is constantly moving then it won't be accurate. Dogs move pretty quickly and can cover several blocks in no time..
Yeah I do know this. It's just hard because the GPS trackers need to be charged so regularly. The Airtags are not very accurate but have a long battery life. It's a trade off.
You can also try Apple air tags ? too many people use apple devices so air tag can always detect your pet.
I personally refuse to buy anything apple though.
$139 for 4 pack
https://www.mydeal.com.au/apple-airtag-4-pack-6797786?gclsrc…
You can get some cashback using Shopback, and also some new user discount code too like $10-$20 saving like this.