I am writing this to balance out the previous review. I recently purchased and returned a Tractive pet tracker ( my Trustpilot review can be found). I decided to try the PetTracer as it didn't rely on cellular network unlike most other GPS trackers. I have had it two weeks now after a three week wait for delivery. I had initial problems with software compatibility with Apple devices and customer support were very helpful and extended my two week trial for a further two weeks but that is not necessary. This is the one for me ( or rather Bella). We live in a densely populated area on a hill which limits the range for instant location feedback.But if out of range,the collar simply stores GPS data points and uploads the info once back in range. Over time I will get a good feel for where she hangs out ready for when I need to go searching if need be . The clever bit and the company's USP is that the collar also has a radio search function. I can tether the receiver to my phone and go and walk to the last known point or her usual haunts and instigate a search. To me I think this company has the edge over other devices. GPS is useless if she is stuck in a shed or a house. The radio function enables refining the location. For this reason I am keeping the tracker. It is a better shape too compared to the bulky Tractive device. Bella doesn't notice it on ( to be fair, she didn't mind the Tractive either).I do not need to know where she is every minute of the day but I do need to be confident of what her neighbourhood looks like and of the ability to find her if stuck inside a building ( using RF). I am using these early days to force lots of searches ( GPS every 15 seconds) to gain an idea of her habits ready for when I really need to go looking for her.Edit 8 Oct 2020: Bella came back without her collar today. It was out of range from home but I tethered the receiver to my phone and was able to get a GPS signal after a short walk so had a rough idea where to go. I then refined the search with the radio function and was able to find the collar.
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