5 Bluetooth tracker alternatives to the Google Pixel Tag
Pixel Tag delayed until November; five alternatives available now.
Android Authority notes that most of these alternatives work with Google's Find Hub network and provide features similar to the Pixel Tag. Some even support USB-C or wireless charging, and one is as slim as a credit card.
The Moto Tag 2 from Motorola is a cheaper option, priced at $20 for a single unit or $99 for a four-pack. Available in two colors, it is lighter than the Pixel Tag and comes with UWB, a speaker, and a replaceable CR2032 battery. Its IP68 rating beats the Pixel Tag's IP67, and the battery lasts over 600 days, nearly two years. The Moto Tag 2 works with Find Hub and can act as a remote camera shutter, but lacks a lanyard cutout.
The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 costs just under $30 but only works with Samsung Galaxy devices and does not support Google's Find Hub network. It has UWB, a replaceable battery, an IP67 rating, a speaker, and a built-in loop. Its battery is rated for up to 500 days. The tracker comes in one color, but optional pastel silicone cases are available.
The Pebblebee Clip 5, starting at $35, weighs only 10 grams and includes an LED light and buzzer. It is IP66-rated, offers a claimed battery life of up to a year, and charges via USB-C. A keyring carabiner is included in the box. The Clip 5 lacks UWB but supports both Google's Find Hub and Apple's Find My networks. A distinctive feature is a panic button that, when pressed rapidly, triggers a siren, flashes the LED strip, and sends the user's location to contacts.
The Chipolo LOOP is available in six colors, limited editions, and a Mercedes-Benz edition, with a starting price of $39. It has a built-in battery with USB-C charging, a claimed one-year battery life, a built-in silicone keyring loop, an IP67 rating, and support for Android and iOS tracking networks. A small LED helps locate lost items in the dark.
For those needing a tracker that fits into wallets, Android Authority mentions the Eufy SmartTrack Card E40, a credit-card-sized Bluetooth tracker.