- Losing a child in public
is every parent's worst nightmare.
Whether it's in the grocery store, the theme park,
or your own neighborhood, it's hard not to panic
when your little one gets away from you.
But kids' GPS trackers aren't only for extreme scenarios.
They also come in handy during everyday moments like these.
As your kids get older and go to school
or play in the neighborhood alone,
these devices can keep you savvy to their whereabouts
and even let you talk to them from a distance.
Today, I'm going over a few
of our favorite kids' GPS trackers,
including a couple that we've been able
to test for ourselves.
If you wanna learn more,
our full lineup to the best GPS trackers for kids
is down in the description.
We've also got another video
that goes over the different types of trackers out there
and which is best for your family.
All right, let's get into it.
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First up is the Jiobit Next.
About the size of an Oreo, this device is one smart cookie.
It works with 5G, has a 10-day battery life,
and an awesome app stuffed with features.
I had the chance to test it for myself back in March,
when I took it with me on a morning walk.
In my test, I checked the Jiobit app
every half mile on a three-mile walk.
The app accurately placed me within a few yards
of where I was standing each time.
Within the Jiobit app you can page the tracker,
set zones for safe places,
and add a network of trusted adults
who can also see your child's location.
I like the Jiobit because it's small, simple and screenless.
It's virtually distraction-free
and doesn't pose a privacy threat
to others in the classroom.
Its tracking is accurate and the app is really easy to use.
My only complaint is that it's not as wearable.
It comes with a couple of attachments,
like a belt clip and a necklace,
but for kids with sensory issues, that might be a problem.
Which brings us to our next tracker.
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AngelSense is a kids' tracker, a one-way microphone,
SOS button, and two-way walkie talkie, all in one device.
It's made for kids with special needs, like autism,
so it's designed with sensory sensitivities
and wandering in mind.
The device itself is a little GPS brick,
but it comes with a smooth locking pouch and belt
that you can secure to your child's waist, bags or clothing.
Its most unique features are tailored to these needs,
but any child and parent could benefit from this device.
It also has an SOS button and two-way calling
if your child gets into a scary situation.
You can also set up geofenced zones
that will send you alerts
when your child exits or enters an area.
And finally, there's a listen-in feature
that lets you drop in and hear audio
of what's going on around your child.
I love this idea for certain situations,
but if your child is bringing
an AngelSense with them to school,
be sure to clear it with their teacher,
as some schools don't allow
these kinds of gadgets in the classroom.
Now, I haven't tested AngelSense for myself just yet,
but be sure to subscribe to catch our review once I do.
If you're curious, check out our deep-dive video
here on YouTube to learn more.
Next up is our budget pick.
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GeoZilla is an affordable multitasker, perfect for travel,
with its portable size and worldwide GPS coverage.
This tiny tracker fits perfectly into backpacks and pockets.
And with its simple, screenless design,
your kids will be less inclined to fidget with it.
Its in-app features are more for parents,
but kids can use the built-in SOS button
to call for help if something happens.
Custom alerts, geofences, and live tracking updates
are all part of the package for this budget pick.
But the coolest feature of the app is that you can use it
for other devices like your Apple or Samsung watch.
It even works with Teslas.
Unfortunately, we weren't able to get
a GeoZilla unit in time for this video,
but the parents who reviewed this tracker loved it.
So far, all three trackers we've looked at
have similar features.
They're all small and screenless,
with mainly app-centered controls.
But our last pick is the most unique
and kid-centered of them all.
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The TickTalk 4 smartwatch
is the most expensive tracker in our roundup,
but it's packed with fun stuff for kids.
With a camera, games, and music streaming,
your kids will be excited to take it with them everywhere.
Overall, the TickTalk 4 is less of a kids' GPS tracker
and closer to a starter phone.
The TickTalk 4 uses a pay-as-you go mobile plan
and a SIM card to keep it going.
It's a really fun alternative for kids
who aren't quite ready for a full-fledged cell phone,
but keeps them entertained and in touch.
You can check out our full video on the TickTalk
to see what our kid reviewers had to say.
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And there you have it.
Those are only four of our favorite kids' GPS trackers.
You can see our full list on SafeWise in the description.
Kids' GPS trackers are designed to do one thing:
tell parents where their kids are.
And all four of our top picks excel at tracking,
app control, and features for kids and parents.
We've also got standalone video reviews
on the TickTalk watch, AngelSense,
and the Jiobit trackers, if you wanna learn more.
Thanks for watching, and stay safe.
Thanks for watching.
And if you want more safety,
head over to safewise.com, and you can find reviews,
and our lineups of best home security systems,
best wireless cameras, and more.
Stay safe!
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