The first thing that comes to mind when you hold the Tracki GPS tracker in your hand is its tiny size especially if you compare it with other GPS trackers out there.
Tracki 2021 Mini Real Time GPS tracker has been in the market for a while now. With its impressive features, value for money subscription plans and other great offerings this device has grabbed a lot of attention which instantly made it a bestselling GPS device on online retailers like Amazon and Ebay.
This Tracki GPS tracker review explores the merits and drawbacks of this device while at the same time comparing it with other similarly featured GPS trackers within the same price bracket.
According to Ameri Research Inc. GPS market was valued at 40.54 billion USD in 2017 and is forecast to grow at a modest 17% between 2018 and 2025, culminating in 2025 global sales of 153.67B USD. With such massive numbers and increasing user base the GPS trackers domain definitely appears to hold a bright future.
Tracki GPS Tracker Review
Box Contents
Tracki GPS tracker comes with a number of items. The box includes a worldwide SIM card, MicroUSB charging cable, rechargeable battery, belt clip, Velcro and magnet covers, silicone water resistant cover, keychain attachment and a lanyard.
The device weighs just 36 grams (42 grams including battery) and measures just 47x38x15 mm which is around the size of a quarter. This is quite smaller and lighter compared to GPS trackers based on GL300 platform.
The plastic quality appears to be good and the device feels quite sturdy when held. There is a SOS button on the front, two programmable left and right buttons, ON/OFF switch and 4 LED lights to report device status for cellular and GPS network connectivity.
Tracki GPS tracker comes with a host of extras like magnet, Velcro and belt clips which is great because given its small size there is a good chance of it getting misplaced. They also thrown in a silicone cover to make your device water resistant.
Features
Tracki 2021 GPS tracker has been designed to be used in many different situations. It can be employed to keep track of people, pets, vehicles, luggage, assets, equipment or any moving thing. Tracki GPS tracker gives real time location updates with an accuracy of up to 20 feet.
It comes with in international 3G SIM card allowing you to track your subject from anywhere in the world. However 3G network is on its way out and is being replaced by 4G in most parts of the world.
One of the distinguishing features of Tracki is its indoor Tracking feature. Most of the GPS trackers rely only on GPS and cellular networks to provide location data. Tracki however uses local Wi-Fi and Bluetooth networks to get more accurate location information when GPS signal is not available.
The SOS button on the front sends the location of the tracker to the registered mobile number and email address. Similarly the left and right buttons can be configured to send alerts to the registered contact.
Mobile App
Tracki has a dedicated app for Android and Apple smartphones for real time Tracking. You can also track your device using the desktop portal. Once your Tracki GPS tracker is activated, its location, status and other useful information can be seen on the map. The minimum automatic Tracking speed or frequency is 1 minute. This is standard for all subscription plans. You also have the option to manually ping or send your location updates with as low as 5 seconds frequency.
Sadly the automatic ping rate can’t be set below 1 minute making it difficult to monitor every movement of fast moving subjects like vehicles.
Alerts
Most GPS trackers work not only as location identifiers but they also help in detecting over speeding, unauthorized use and theft. Nobody can keep a constant vigil on their GPS tracker’s movements 24×7. The best way to stay connected with your GPS device is to let it alert you when your attention is actually required. For this Tracki offers different alerts like speed alert, movement alert, geofence breach alert and low battery alert.
- Speed alert is triggered whenever the tracker moves faster than the user defined speed.
- Movement alert notifies you whenever your tracker starts to move after staying dormant for a while.
- Geofencing alert tells you whenever the tracker enters or leaves a user defined virtual boundary on the map.
- Battery alert sends you a notification when the battery level falls below the critical level.
For a detailed guide on app features and settings, check out our Tracki Activation and Setup Guide.
Battery
Tracki GPS tracker ships with a 600 mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery that can be easily replaced when needed. The battery life depends on the usage pattern and update frequency. Tracki claims the battery lasts for up to 30 days in battery save mode. However, we have observed that with moderate usage you need to recharge it every week. Some people have also reported having to recharge their batteries every 2 to 3 days. If you are looking for a long term backup option, Tracki also has a 3500 mAh extended battery which offers 6 months backup.
Customer Support
A large number of users have reported great tech support experience from Tracki. Tracki has 24×7 live chat customer support on their website. They can also be contacted via email which they usually reply in a day. They have got plenty of how to videos and FAQs on the support section of their website related to device setup, installation and other functions. You can also download the user Tracki user manual from here. Tracki comes with 12 months warranty for manufacture related problems.
Comparison
It is always a good idea to do a little market research before buying a GPS tracker. There are many players offering more or less similar products in terms of features, functionalities and price. However factors such as customer support and user satisfaction rate can be very helpful in making a good decision. Below we have compared how Tracki stacks up against other GPS trackers with respect to its functions, features, price and user ratings.
| Tracki | LandAirSea 54 | Spytec GL300 | Trak-4 | |
| Price | 25.88 | 29.95 | 39.95 | 48.80 |
| Minimum Monthly Fee | $19.95 | $24.95 | $25.95 | $12.99 |
| Size | 1.8×1.5×0.55 inches | 2.25 x 2.25 x 0.80 inches | 3 x 1 x 1.5 inches | 4.1 x 2.25 x 1.1 inches |
| Weight | 3.2 ounces | 4.8 ounces | 5.6 ounces | 6.4 ounces |
| Features | Alerts, Indoor Tracking via Wi-Fi & Bluetooth, Magnet mount, International coverage, Waterproof cover. | Waterproof Magnet Mount Instafence Sharespot Geofence Custom Reports Dark Mode | Boundaries Custom Alerts SOS Button | Cell-Trilateration Geofence Multiple Tracking |
| History | 5 years | Lifetime | Lifetime | 2 years |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | lifetime | 2 years |
| Battery | Li-ion 600mAh | NA | Li-Polymer 2600 mAh | Li-Polymer 4600 MAh |
| Google App Review | 4.7 | 3.5 | NA | NA |
| Amazon Review | 4.4 | 4.4/5 | 4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Type | 3G | 4G | 4G | 4G |
| Minimum Ping Rate | 1 minute | 3 seconds | 5 seconds | 1 minute |
Conclusion
Tracki 3G Real time GPS tracker is a feature packed GPS tracker offering several additional features like indoor Tracking and international coverage that is hard to find in many other GPS trackers. Its competitive price tag, affordable monthly fee and incredibly easy to use app make this a definitive must have device for anyone looking for a real time GPS tracker.
Although the device can be used to track any moving thing like people, vehicle, pets, drones, equipment etc. We found it ideal for slow moving subjects due to its 1 minute ping rate. Also the 3G network is getting obsolete so Tracki will have to eventually shift to 4G like most other GPS trackers in the coming years.
Pros: Small, plenty of features, easy to use, affordable.
Cons: Works on 3G network. Not perfect for tracking fast moving subjects.