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Best Cat Trackers for 2022

A cat tracker is a device that attaches to your cat’s collar or comes as an all-in-one device. It allows you to see where they are at all times via an app on your phone.

This could give you real peace of mind if your cat ventures outside for long periods. It could even become vital if your cat usually returns home within the hour, so you’d know something was wrong if they didn’t.

Cat trackers can tell you if your cat is trapped in a neighbours shed, or is visiting a neighbour for their lunch every day. Some will also update your app with activity data, so you can ensure they’re getting enough exercise. Others inform you of how many calories they’ve burned today, and how well they’re sleeping. This could all prove crucial if you’re keen to monitor behaviour changes for health reasons.

But a cat tracker can also be an amusing gadget. We are sure you’ve wondered what your cat gets up to occasionally – well now you can know!

If you want a GPS or activity monitor for your kitty, it is a slightly more difficult search than for dogs. It needs to be smaller and a bit less ‘detectable’ so they don’t try to take it off. It may also need to reach further distances and put up with pretty active cats.

You also need to look into whether there are any extra costs for data storage or location history. Some trackers may also have a boundary feature, which will alert you if your cat strays further than it should.

Luckily, we have done the hard work for you and found the best cat trackers on the market available to buy online. There may not be many, but these are the ones that passed the test.

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    Our Top Picks

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    Tractive IKATI GPS Cat Tracker and Activity Monitor
    • Flexible rubber clip to fit any collar
    • Heat map location history
    • Worldwide coverage
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    Weenect Cats 2 GPS Cat Collar
    • No limit on distance
    • Multi-functional
    • Notifications straight to phone
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    Kippy Evo
    • Generous battery life
    • Built-in night torch
    • Can see activity levels over time
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    The Top Cat GPS & Activity Monitors Reviewed

    1.
    Tractive IKATI GPS Cat Tracker and Activity Monitor

    This GPS system can show the live location of your cat in the free Tractive GPS app on your smartphone or in your web browser, with location updates every 2-3 seconds, making it pretty accurate.

    But, as well as telling you where they go during the day, it can also tell you how active, lazy or calm they have been. So, if they have been outside and come back a bit quiet, with high activity, you know something has happened such as a catfight or they have got in trouble.

    You can see their location history, so may be able to work out where certain issues have happened. It will also help you out if you have been told to increase their activity levels by a vet if they are adding on weight, and simply playing with them at night can give their activity a boost.

    Because it uses GPS, there is a pretty unlimited range, and it can also allow you to set up a virtual fence so you receive alerts if they wander too far from home.

    Subscription is required for GPS function.

    Features

    • Flexible rubber clip to fit any collar
    • Heat map location history
    • Worldwide coverage

    Specifications

    • Weight: 30g
    • Power: Rechargeable
    • Battery Range: N/A

    2.
    Weenect Cats 2 GPS Cat Collar

    Got a cat who loves to wander that little bit too far and test your nerves? Maybe you are wondering just where they are going for hours on end, assuming they have either found a second family or a group of fellow nerve-testers?

    The Weenect GPS cat tracker works without any distance limitations and provides real-time information with a change in locations every 10 seconds.

    Protected by a silicone case, the tracker is compatible with any collar and can ring so you can train your pet when to come home at the touch of a button. You can also set up safe zones to be automatically notified on your phone when your cat enters or leaves these zones, ideal if there is a busy road nearby.

    The SIM card included in the product is multi-country (European coverage, except Switzerland) and multi-operator (several operators simultaneously), covering 99% of the territory. So you can track your cat everywhere, even in the countryside. Just be aware that if no operator is available in your area, the product will not work.

    Features

    • No limit on distance
    • Multi-functional
    • Notifications straight to phone

    Specifications

    • Weight: 25g
    • Power: Replaceable Battery (included)
    • Range: N/A

    3.
    Kippy Evo

    Able to locate adventurous kitties with the use of GPS, GSM, WiFi and Bluetooth systems, this Kippy EVO is great for night owls.

    An integrated SIM gives you the data needed to be able to tell where they are, and you can set up a virtual fence which will alert you if they venture a bit too far. Perfect for cats who usually stay close to home and going too far is a sign something is up.

    Indoor tracking can also be done via WiFi, and it also gives a summary of their activity levels throughout the day. Simple graphics keep the summary basic, and you can compare over a large time frame in case you have to make some changes.

    If you set up personal goals, you can get Vita messages straight to your phone to keep you updated. One extra touch we like is the built-in torch, which is perfect if they are out at night and need to find their way home, or if you want to be able to locate them in the dark. Just turn it on via the app.

    You need to take out a subscription for the GPS services, but it is under £5 per month. Also, note that it is only good for cats over 4kg.

    Features

    • Generous battery life
    • Built-in night torch
    • Can see activity levels over time

    Specifications

    • Weight: 38g
    • Power: Rechargeable Battery
    • Range: N/A

    Buying Guide

    How we chose the best cat trackers

    Cat GPS systems and trackers should be as lightweight as possible. Cats are not as heavy as dogs, but a tracker which is too heavy could also make them uncomfortable or unable to navigate properly, including when needing to stay balanced if jumping or walking along fences etc.

    We, therefore, tried to find dedicated cat trackers for the list. Something under 40g is perfect. Be aware that some of the heaviest models may only be suitable for cats over a certain weight limit.

    Obviously, trackers have to be powered by a battery. But this can either be rechargeable or replaceable. Which you prefer will be a personal preference, but the main thing for us was that it is reliable. All those above have great reviews for battery life and quality.

    Then we had to analyse signal quality. For many GPS trackers, this is pretty unlimited and certainly will cover however far your cat goes. They use local signals to alert your phone and keep it updated.

    But trackers which use other forms of signal, such as Bluetooth, will likely have a limit, so you will have to think about how far your cat goes and whether this is practical. We tried to pick those with the largest limits – even if your cat just goes to the bottom of the garden usually, you never know when they could get spooked.

    Other Buyers Ask...

    Which is the best cat tracker?

    The Tractive cat tracker was, for us, the overall best. It was sturdy with loads of features. But there are loads of competitors now, so whether you want something a bit more basic or a bit more budget, you have free choice.

    Will a tracker fit onto my cat’s collar?

    A tracker made specifically for cats should yes, and this is another reason why ones made for dogs is not appropriate.

    They have to not only be lightweight but also clip onto a thinner, less wide collar. Many cat collars are also made from soft cushioned fabric whereas dog collars are usually stronger.

    Can a pet tracker come off?

    If properly fitted, the tracker shouldn’t come off the collar. You will have to ensure your cat is comfortable wearing it, however, and won’t try to pull or paw it off.

    One issue could be the loss of the tracker if they lose their collar, but if the tracker has battery life left, you may be able to locate where it is. Hopefully, at this point, your cat will have returned home which is how you realised they are without theirs!