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Top 13 GPS Tracker for Pets ( Dogs and Cats ) [Best of 2016 Reviewed]
It's 2016 and we are off to a great start! With the advances in Smart Watch Technology, Fitbit's Increasing Popularity, and the Apple Watch Launching during 2015... What do we have to look Forward to in 2016? It looks to be the year of the Pet Wearables - or should we say "Petables"? :)
It's not a secret that we all love our pets and we are willing to try new methods of keeping them Safe and Healthy. Grain Free Organic Foods, Personal Dog-Walkers, Pet Hotels, Doggy Go Pro's, and Now GPS Trackers for Cats and Dogs! (Basically Pet Cell Phones)
But what Exactly are GPS Pet Trackers? Which ones are the Best? How do they work? How much do they cost? How will they keep my dog and cat safe? We are going to dig deep into the topic. We have compiled a unique list and reviewed our choice for the Top 13 Pet Tracker for 2016.
We need to start by splitting them into 2 categories. Radio Trackers and GSM (Cellular) GPS Trackers. Radio Trackers utilize a somewhat dated technology and have been used for decades. These devices don't require a monthly subscription. Radio Trackers are commonly used by hunting dogs, and cover roughly the same distance of a Walkie Talkie's Range. It's important to note that the more you spend the greater your range will be. These units can range from $200-$1000+ for the top of the line units.
Radio Trackers
| 1. Garmin Astro 320 T5 Dog GPS Bundle
The Astro offers a variety of GPS collars intended for hunting dogs. They combine GPS with portable invisible boundaries, training features, and capability for tracking up to 10 dogs. This setup is designed for Bird Hunting Dogs. Not so much for the Urban Pets. |
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| Price: | $499-$799 |
| Range: | Up to 9 Miles |
| Subscription Cost: | No monthly fee |
| Battery Life: | 20 Hours (AA Batteries Required) |
| Transmitter Weight: | 6.5 Ounces (without batteries) |
| 2. Marco Polo Pet Monitoring/Tracking and Locating System
Uses radio frequency band that passes through walls and barriers. You can set one boundary to sound an alarm if your Pet leaves. One receiver (larger than a cell phone but still pocket-sized) can track three dogs at once. |
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| Price: | $219.99 (Additional tags are $90) |
| Range: | Up to 2 Miles |
| Subscription Cost: | No monthly fee |
| Battery Life: | 1 week to 3 months |
| Transmitter Weight: | 1.7 Ounces |
3. Loc8tor Pet The Ultimate Locator The smallest of all the locators; with the shortest range. This is best suited for small cats and dogs. Covers up to four dogs. Visually impaired people can use it with audio cues. This locator also comes in at only $99.99 so its affordable for everyone. |
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| Price: | $99.99 (2 locators not water resistant) |
| Range: | 400 Feet |
| Subscription Cost: | No monthly fee |
| Battery Life: | 2 to 5 Months |
| Transmitter Weight: | .175 Ounces |
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