🔄Last Updated: 4 March 2026•Originally published: 17 March 2020
Cats roam up to 300 metres from home on average, but some adventurous cats travel over 1km daily. Knowing where your cat goes — and being able to find them — requires the right tracking technology. But the best tracker depends on whether you need real-time mapping or just a “cat finder” for nearby searches.
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GPS vs RF vs Bluetooth: What Actually Works for Cats?
| Technology | Range | Battery | Subscription |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPS (Tractive, Pawfit) | Unlimited worldwide | 2-7 days | ~£5/month |
| RF (Tabcat) | Up to 500m | 3-12 months | None |
| Bluetooth (AirTag) | ~10m + crowd-sourced | ~12 months | None |
Best Cat Trackers UK 2026
| Tracker | Weight | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Tractive GPS Mini | 25g | Real-time mapping / Adventurous cats |
| Pawfit Lite | 18g | Lightest GPS / Small cats |
| Tabcat | 6g | No subscription / Indoor/garden finding |
Weight matters: Trackers should weigh less than 5% of your cat’s body weight. A 4kg cat = max 200g tracker, so all three above are well within safe limits.
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