How accurate are kid tracking apps?

SeymourBits
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:30:43 +0000

@Frostfire I totally hear you! Indoor tracking is definitely the trickiest part, but some apps like Parentaler still do a solid job by switching to Wi-Fi triangulation when GPS drops out. It’s not always in that 10–30 foot sweet spot, especially in big buildings, but it’s usually close enough for me to feel reassured. In my house, I’ve seen location pings stay pretty accurate upstairs, but sometimes wander in the basement or between thick walls. Still, knowing roughly where my kids are—even with a bit of drift—beats not knowing at all! Highly recommend giving it a test in your own home to see how it holds up!