Best Bluetooth trackers

How many times have you misplaced your keys, wallet, glasses case, purse, the list goes on. Thanks to Bluetooth trackers, you can keep tabs on the location of often misplaced items, and even find them if they're miles, even countries, away.

How is this possible? Once attached to or placed in the item in question, you can track the tag from a mobile app. If it's within Bluetooth range, you can find it, even play a sound. If it isn't, you can leverage a network of users, including Android phone Find Hub and/or iPhone Find My, to help you pinpoint its location.

One of the best known brands in this space is Tile, which was purchased by Life360, another popular brand, in 2019. But over the years, Tile has been joined by many others, including Chipolo, Samsung, Apple, and others. But Tile remains one of the best in the biz, with the latest models boasting longer range, louder alerts, and replaceable batteries. That said, there are others worth considering, too.

At a glance

Best overall

One of the most important factors to consider when choosing one (or more) of the best Bluetooth trackers is range. This is the distance from which the tracker can be found using your smartphone app. Most people shopping for a tracker are going to look for the largest range possible. While many options in the market have around 100 to 200 feet of range, the Tile Pro (we haven't reviewed this newest model yet) beats those numbers by a long shot. It's also smooth and sleek now, as opposed to the textured surface of the previous-gen model.

You'll get an amazing 500-foot range, which is just one of the reasons it's the best overall choice. It also promises the loudest ring, a one-year replaceable battery, and compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Both iPhone and Android users can enjoy the Tile Pro with the corresponding Tile app.

You'll also get access to the biggest lost-and-found community, which means anyone using the Tile app that's within range of your lost item can update its location for you. There's an SOS alert mode as well so you can discreetly trigger it if you feel you're in danger, alerting loved ones.

With the Tile Pro, you also have the option of upgrading to a two-pack or a four-pack. The newest Tile Pro fits nicely on a key ring thanks to the more rectangular shape and boasts an IP68 rating for full water resistance. That's even better than what the Galaxy SmartTag offers!

Life360 integration, meanwhile, allows you to add the Tile to your Life360 account to keep track of not only the valuable people but also valuable items in your life, all in the same place.

Best for keys

The Tile Mate offers a nice blend of helpful features and portability. Battery life has been increased to three years, but there's one caveat: the battery is no longer user- replaceable, which means you'll have to replace it after that time. It's a bit bulkier than some of the other trackers, but the Tile Mate is still compact enough that it can fit comfortably in most wallets and purses. It also comes with a keyhole, which is great for attaching to your keys, luggage, backpacks, and so on. And you can now get it in tons of cool colors as well.

You get an improved range of 350 feet with the new Tile Mate, which is rounded like the previous generation model from 2022, along with the Life360 integration as with the others, following that company's acquisition of the brand. It's also ultra loud.

When you combine these features, you can feel confident that you'll be able to locate your Tile Mate, and whatever it's attached to, without a problem. This tracker also gives you convenient access to the Tile lost-and-found community, which is always good to have. Like the Tile Pro, it also has an IP68 certification for water and dust resistance.

You may be compromising slightly when it comes to the range and the volume, as well as the fact that you can't swap out the battery. But it isn't a bad trade-off for the lower price tag. Not to mention, you can also pick a four-pack, which is an even better value if you're looking to stock up on Bluetooth trackers.

Best for pets

This colorful Bluetooth tracker is shaped like a circle rather than a rectangle or square, standing out from the rest. However, it's still relatively slim and won't be too bulky to carry around with your items. You can also use it to find your phone. It works with both Google Find Hub and Apple's Find My.

With the Chipolo app, you can call your phone, even if it's on silent, if you misplaced it. The 125dB sound is loud with a capital "L" so you will be able to find a missing item anywhere in the house or nearby area; or startle someone in the coffee shop when they find your keys wedged between the couch cushion where you lost them. You get out of range alerts with Android devices, however, to prevent you from leaving items behind in the first place. Did we mention you can even use it as a remote shutter to snap a photo from a compatible phone?

Unlike previous versions, it has a rechargeable battery that lasts for up to six months. Once it's running low, plug it in to give it a boost and you're good to go. There's no replaceable batteries needed. The buil-in loops makes it easy to conveniently clip to a wide range of items without needing separate accessories, from a pet collar to your backpack.

Best flat sticker

If you've been searching all over for a Bluetooth tracker that you can recharge instead of having to replace the battery, look no further than the Cube Shadow. What's more, a single charge can last two months, and the USB charger is included with your purchase.

In addition to reusing and recharging your tracker, the Cube Shadow also promises a generous 200-foot range, 100-decibel alert, and an IP67 rating. This means it can be immersed in water up to one meter for up to 30 minutes without sustaining any damage. The button on the tracker will ring your phone when you can't find it. You can also use this button to take pictures or videos with your phone's camera.

This Bluetooth tracker might be a bit pricey compared to others. You also only get one tracker in the package, but it's more than worth it for all the features it offers. It also lacks a keyhole, so it's not ideal if you are hoping to loop it into your key ring. However, the Cube Shadow does come with an adhesive that lets you stick it to most items.

Best design

The Pebblebee Clip Universal is the perfect choice when you need a tracker that can last (and last). In fact, it lasts for up to 12 months, potentially longer, thanks to the rechargeable battery. You can recharge it via USB-C, though it's a proprietary charger, so you can't lose it.

Slim and sleek in design with a built-in clip, as the name suggests, it works with both Google Find Hub and Apple Find My though, as with any others, you can only connect to one network at a time. Along with being able to use these networks to find the item to which this is connected when it's out of range, it's helpful to find items in range, too. It has a bright LED light if you're trying to find something in the dark, like your keys you dropped between the car seat and the center console. It can also emit a loud sound.

With a decent up to 500-foot range, longer than even some Tile by Life360 models, it even works with Google Assistant or Siri so you can use voice commands to trigger a sound. Namerah Saud Fatmi took a look at this tracker and adores the quick set-up and the option for a subscription, if you wish to sign up, for live GPS location updates and alerts. If you have had one too many pieces of luggage go missing, you might want to consider it. She describes this tracker as "the whole package." Just don't lose the proprietary charger.

Best for wallets

The Chipolo CARD (2025) is as slim as the Tile Slim by Life360, and Fatmi declares it to be the new reigning champion of wallet Bluetooth trackers. The big draw is the fact that it's not only rechargeable, lasting for up to six months per charge, it also supports wireless charging. So, you can use any Qi, Qi2, or MagSafe charger to boost its battery, though it doesn't charge at Qi2 speeds.

Like the others, it works with both Google Find Hub and Apple Find My networks. You can also ring the card to find your lost item, like a wallet or briefcase, if it's nearby and within the 400-foot range. With an IP67 rating, it boasts both dust and water resistance. So yes, even if it falls in the pool or gets left out on a patio in the rain for a short period, it should be fine.

Fatmi loves that there's no e-waste in having to toss the card once the battery is dead as with older trackers and ones from other brands. With wireless charging, you don't have to worry if you lose the charging cable. And it's ultra-durability make it worth getting.

Best small sticker

To round out its lineup, Tile has the Sticker. This Bluetooth tracker is as tiny as ever, which makes it perfect for household items. Some of the other trackers are a little more restrictive in how you can use them, either by their shape or a key ring. With the Sticker, that's not the case. You can stick it onto anything you want to track as long as it has a dry surface. So, whether that's a remote, cellphone, laptop, wallet, or glasses case, the Tile Sticker can track it.

At 250 feet, it has a slightly shorter range compared to the other new Tile trackers. But of course, you'll still have access to the lost-and-found community if you want to take a chance putting it on more valuable items that leave the house. The Tile Sticker (2024) also has a button that allows you to find your phone and a louder ring than the previous-gen model.

At this small size, you won't get a replaceable battery, but you do get up to three years of battery life before it needs to be replaced. Not surprisingly, that's the same amount of time the adhesive developed by 3M is supposed to last. If you need to remove the Sticker for some reason, it may take a bit of effort, but it will eventually come off. It's also fully water-resistant with an IP68 rating like the other new 2024 models in the lineup, up from just IP67 in the previous-gen models released in 2022.

Best for Samsung

If you're already invested into Samsung's ecosystem, there's really no reason for not getting the Galaxy SmartTag 2. Compared to its predecessor, it has a refreshed pill-shaped design that makes it look more modern. Apart from that, it comes with a bigger integrated ring lets you easily hook up the Bluetooth tracker to your keychain, luggage, or just about anything else. All you have to do is register it with Samsung's 'SmartThings Find' platform and you're good to go.

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 is powered by a CR2032 battery that can keep it going for up to 500 days before needing to be replaced. If you have a high-end Samsung smartphone, you can use its Ultra-Wideband technology for precisely locating the tracker. Of course, there's also built-in Bluetooth LE 5.3 that works up to distance of 120m. The tracker is backed by an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance too.

Reverse tracking also works quite well, as the Galaxy SmartTag 2 can be just as easily used to locate the smartphone that it's synced to. The tracker sports a handy button that can be configured for both single-press and long-press actions. Available in two colors — Black and White — the tracker can be paired up with silicone cases that are available in a bunch of funky shades.

Best for Apple

Apple's AirTag is unsurprisingly, exclusive to iOS device owners, working with the existing Find My ecosystem and app. The round, stainless-steel tracker is water and dust resistant and will ring when you need to find whatever item it's attached to, be it your keys, gym bag, or wallet. It is worth noting that you'll have to buy a separate loop or key ring accessory to clip it to keys or a purse strap. Siri can also be summoned to help you find a valuable item you have misplaced.

If you're within Bluetooth range, the AirTag will ring. If not, it will use Apple's Find My network to pinpoint its location. If someone finds your belongings, they can even tap it using any NFC-enabled device and be directed to a website with your phone number (if you provided it) so they can call and let you know you left your office keys at the local pub, or your wallet at the grocery store checkout.

With a replaceable battery and simple pairing with an Apple device, it's a solid choice for those invested into the Apple ecosystem. However, as mentioned before, it won't work with Android devices, though Android device owners can return a lost AirTag to its rightful owner by logging into the website and getting their number using an NFC-enabled non-Apple device.

Note that Apple may be introducing a new version of AirTag at its annual event later in 2025, so you might want to hold tight until then.

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How to choose

Select the right Bluetooth tracker for your needs

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Just as a good password manager can protect your digital assets, a good Bluetooth tracker can help you stay close to your physical assets. Any of the Bluetooth trackers on this list will serve you well.

Despite lots of competition and variations from the brand itself, we're still calling the Tile Pro our favorite. While we haven't tested the newest generation version of this handy tracker, it boasts only improvements over the one we love, including a father 500-foot range, extremely loud alerts, and a replaceable battery that lasts for one year. So, if range is the most important factor in a tracker for you, you really can't go wrong with this one. No other tracker comes close to offering the kind of range that the Tile Pro has.

There are plenty of trackers to choose from that will let you keep close tabs on your personal belongings. So, whether you tend to leave your wallet behind or are known for misplacing your keys, these are some of the best Bluetooth trackers that'll make things a lot easier.