Tile’s lineup of Bluetooth trackers—Mate, Slim, and Sticker—offers practical solutions for everyday item tracking, catering to a variety of needs. Each product has its strengths, and their ease of use makes them ideal for anyone prone to misplacing items.
The Tile Mate is a versatile tracker perfect for everyday items like keys, wallets, or backpacks. Its compact design makes it easy to attach to keyrings or slip into a bag. With a range of up to 250 feet (76 meters), it’s reliable for locating nearby items. The Tile app provides a simple interface to ring the device or view its last known location on a map. The replaceable battery lasts about a year, making it cost-effective for long-term use. For daily routines, the Mate shines in helping you quickly locate misplaced essentials before heading out the door.
The Tile Slim is designed for flat, slim items such as wallets, laptops, or notebooks. It fits neatly into spaces where bulkier trackers might not, like card slots in wallets or the pocket of a laptop sleeve. The built-in battery lasts up to three years, eliminating the hassle of frequent replacements, though the non-replaceable battery means the device needs replacement when the power runs out. For work or travel, the Slim ensures peace of mind by helping you keep track of important items that are easily forgotten in cafes, airports, or meeting rooms.
The Tile Sticker is a small, adhesive tracker that excels at sticking to irregularly shaped or small items like TV remotes, cameras, headphones, or even pet collars. The adhesive backing is convenient, but its effectiveness varies depending on the surface. With a range of around 150 feet (46 meters), it’s better suited for items typically kept indoors or in smaller spaces. Its three-year non-replaceable battery and water-resistant build make it a durable option for tracking items in various environments. In daily life, the Sticker is particularly useful for tracking things that tend to disappear into the couch or get misplaced around the house.
Using Tile devices is straightforward. The app allows you to ring your Tile if it’s within range, and if it’s out of range, the app shows its last known location on a map. Additionally, Tile’s community find network adds value. If you lose an item further away, other Tile users’ apps can help anonymously locate it, a feature especially useful for travelling or high-traffic areas.
Tile trackers integrate seamlessly into daily routines, providing a sense of security and reducing the stress of misplaced items. Whether it’s the versatility of the Mate, the slim profile of the Slim, or the adaptability of the Sticker, Tile products offer reliable solutions tailored to various needs. These devices are ideal for anyone seeking practical and easy-to-use tools to keep track of their belongings.
The devices range in price from AU$39.95 each for the sticker to AU$59.95 for the Pro *not reviewed with various bundles available. So it’s best to look into the best option/s for you and shop based on that need, I know I’m very happy to have the Tile Mate attached to my keys and it’s come in handy multiple times during this review.
Disclosure Statement
The units have not been requested for return following the review due to their relative low cost.
