If you have an Apple AirTag, why would you need a GPS tracker? Well, the two are by no means the same, nor do they perform the same function. Cartrack is here to answer all your questions about the differences between an AirTag vs a GPS tracker, so check here if you’ve been wondering.
The tiny AirTag is easier to locate and easier to disable compared to a dedicated GPS tracking device. That’s because GPS trackers are installed in hard-to-find places within your vehicle, specifically hidden so that criminals can’t find and disable them.
A tracker is a general term used to describe anything that helps you keep tabs on an object (like a laptop, phone, or handbag). A GPS tracker is specifically designed for vehicles with the objective of recovering the vehicle if it gets stolen. A tracker (like an AirTag) can be used for objects, but a GPS tracker like the one from Cartrack has a recovery team behind it, ready to spring into action to get your vehicle back if it’s stolen.
An Apple AirTag is a small Bluetooth-powered tracking device that’s used to keep tabs on the location of personal items. It comes with its own dedicated app that helps you find that item if it’s lost.
A Cartrack GPS tracker provides live tracking of your vehicle, while an AirTag may sometimes provide a location signal that’s delayed. The AirTag also relies on Bluetooth or WiFi to transmit the signal. The Cartrack GPS tracking device works off cell towers to transmit its signal even in weak network areas. The biggest difference between the two is that Cartrack has a vehicle recovery team as part of its GPS tracking service.
Yes, an AirTag can be detected in a car simply by using any iPhone. The phone user will get a notification saying, “AirTag Found Moving With You”, and the tracker can then be located and thrown out the window of the car by anyone who steals your car. This makes the GPS tracker from Cartrack a much better option to curb vehicle theft.
The range of signal with which you can track your car with an AirTag is around 10 meters maximum. Your phone’s network must be active, and you must be relatively close by. An AirTag was never designed to serve as a vehicle tracker, but is better designed for personal items.
A basic GPS tracking subscription from Cartrack (which includes vehicle recovery) costs R99. There are other features included in more advanced packages that provide your vehicle with extra theft protection, but these cost more.
It’s better to track your family car with a GPS tracker, because these devices are:
Like any electronic device, an AirTag can fail in helping you track and find an item. GPS trackers have more safeguards against failure, making them the wisest choice for tracking vehicles and valuable non-powered assets.
Yes, an AirTag is reliable if you’re using it for the right purpose. Use it for handbags, wallets, and small electronic devices, but not as a theft prevention strategy for your vehicle.
No, AirTags aren’t designed as a car security measure. If you want to keep your car safe and have a chance of recovering it after it gets stolen, it’s best to invest in a GPS tracking device from Cartrack. We’ll install it for free, and advise you on a monthly subscription based on what features you want.
The best car protection options are:
