What is a good GPS tracker for luggage?

What is a good GPS tracker for luggage?

Is it OK to put AirTag in luggage?

In addition to placing an AirTag in checked luggage, consider placing an AirTag in your carry-on bag. For carry-on bags, you can turn on the Notify When Left Behind option to alert you if you're separated from your carry-on bag — such as leaving it in the lounge or on board the plane when disembarking.

Do all luggage trackers require a monthly fee?

Barely the size of a quarter, the Apple AirTags have become one of the most popular luggage trackers since its debut in 2021, in part because it doesn't require a subscription like other luggage trackers do.

Do airlines allow AirTags?

The FAA allows AirTags on U.S. flights. Most airlines in other countries do as well, but you would have to check with the airline to confirm. That being said, most international travelers do not really check with the airline, and the airlines are aware of this.

Should I use an AirTag to track my luggage?

However, Apple AirTags have perhaps found the most unexpected success in tracking luggage, particularly after a few high-profile airline operational meltdowns. AirTags are a relatively cheap and easy way to keep tabs on your luggage, making them a helpful accessory for Apple-owning travelers.

How far can a luggage tracker track?

Luggage trackers use Bluetooth and GPS signaling to relay the location of the device back to a phone or tablet. Even if you're thousands of miles away, the tracker can usually display a location on a map on your device, which is particularly useful if your luggage gets lost in transit.

Are suitcase trackers worth it?

Frequency of travel: If you only travel once or twice a year, a luggage tracker may not be worth the investment. However, if you travel frequently, a luggage tracker can provide peace of mind and save you time and hassle if your luggage gets lost or stolen.

Is it illegal to track your luggage?

Can I put a GPS luggage tracker in my luggage? The FAA says baggage location tracking devices are permitted as long as they meet one of the following limitations: The luggage tracker lithium cannot exceed 0.3 grams.

Are AirTags or tiles better for luggage?

The main reason AirTags are such effective location trackers—and why an iPhone user should choose them over a Tile device, especially when traveling internationally—is because AirTags leverage Apple's extensive Find My network, which has far more users than the Tile network.