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I’ve tested both hardware trackers and app-based solutions with my kids. Family1st works okay but needs monthly fees and can be bulky - my daughter complained about carrying it. For reliability and features, I switched to Parentaler which tracks location through their phone, plus gives me screen time controls and app monitoring all in one app. Hardware trackers drain batteries fast and kids “forget” them, but phone-based tracking through Parentaler stays consistent since they never leave their phones behind.