I am not very satisfied with the Google compatible
on October 28, 2024
Posted by: Riccardo
Verified Purchase:Yes
I am not very satisfied with the Google compatible version "find my device" compared to the version that only works with Chipolo. The Chipolo app is more flexible in use and organization, inside the Google app it is much less efficient. The Google solution does not have the capabilities of the Apple AirTag solution, used by some Chipolo devices, often and willingly I find the Chipolo Google offline or with positions that are days old even if they are with me. Also, the acoustic signal function if you move away from the Chipolo is not present in ChipoloGoogle. I was hoping for the possibility of having all the Chipolo functions in addition to the Google ones but it is not so and therefore I am very disappointed with the solution and I recommend aiming only for the Chipolo versions or those that work with Apple.
If you're in the Android ecosystem, this is a great option for tracking capability. The tag feels well made, has a nice included button, and produces a loud sound. My only concern was the frequency of updates as there aren't as many Android phones around (in the US), and so the location data can be stale sometimes.
I expected much better. Tried these off and on for a few months, including a vacation to a different country, and rarely received an accurate placement on the map, except if they are home. I don't the issue is necessarily these devices, rather than the network. Maybe the areas I'm using it are predominantly iphone users, or maybe it's because Google really neutered the network right off the bat, I don't know, but at this moment, I can't recommend these at all. I really do hope the network is improved.
I am very surprised by Chipolo and find it a good tool for monitoring and controlling mobile devices and vehicles. If you know the system, however, you also know that the location transmission cannot be specified and transmitted very precisely and the update of the location depends on the number of mobile phone users with Bluetooth switched on near the Chipolo. Therefore, a location is probably rarely updated in rural areas. Overall, however, I am satisfied.