AngelSense Watch Review

We tested the AngelSense Watch and it stands out for excellent GPS tracking and SOS features.
Best for kids on the go
AngelSense smartwatch for kids
AngelSense Watch
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4.5
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    Speaker phone
  • pro
    Lockable strap
  • con
    Large size for children
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Annual Plan
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Monthly Plan
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Alina Bradford
Aug 22, 2024
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If your kid's been begging for a smartwatch, but you want to keep them safe from the online world just a little bit longer, then the AngelSense Watch is perfect for your little one. Not only does it make calls, but you can use it to track your kiddo. It's not just for tots, though. It's also a great device for senior care too. We tried it to let you know if it's worth the money.

pro
Pros
pro Auto pickup
pro Ride monitoring
pro GPS Tracking
pro Water-resistant
con
Cons
con 60 minutes per month limit
con 1-year contract with monthly plan
con 24-hour battery life
con Large on small children's wrists

Compare AngelSense pricing and plans

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Info current as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.

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What's in the box?

  • AngelSense Watch

  • Embedded SIM card

  • Charging cable and cradle

  • Quick start card

Image: AngelSense

AngelSense Watch offers tons of tracking options

While other GPS trackers may simply show you someone's location, AngelSense takes it a step further. AngelSense technology learns the wearer's routine. So if Jimmy doesn't make it to school when he usually does, or Grandma doesn't end up at her weekly meetup with the gals, you'll get a message to let you know.

My kids loved to play hide-and-seek in the clothing racks at stores. If I had this watch on each one of them, I would've had a lot fewer panic attacks. If your tot is nearby but you can't find them, you can sound the watch's alarm. Then you just have to follow the noise to your little one. You can also get temporary tracking links that you can send to the police, friends, and loved ones to help find the person wearing the watch.

AngelSense's Live Safe Ride Transit Tracking even allows you to see if the vehicle your loved one is riding in is speeding. This feature is particularly helpful with teen drivers.

You can also track activity. Want to know if your child is actually participating in PE? You'll know with this watch. Want to know if Grandpa is getting off the couch during the day? Yep, you'll know that, too, with this watch.

Another awesome feature is fall detection. If there is an accident, you'll know right away so you can get help quickly.

To aid in all this tracking, the watch constantly updates its location. (Though we found this limits the battery life.) Remember to charge the AngelSense Watch every day to prevent gaps in coverage.

AngelSense Watch has handy audio features

Screenshot: Cathy Habas, SafeWise

When we tried the AngelSense Watch, we loved the clear sound quality. Beyond that, the watch also offers several other call features you'll like:

  • Two-way voice: You can talk back and forth with the person using the watch.
  • Auto-answer: When you call, the watch automatically answers. This is good for situations where the watch wearer may be incapacitated or disoriented. 
  • Speaker and ring volume: You can adjust the watch's volume using your AngelSense app.
  • Listen-in mode: Think your kid is being bullied? You can listen to the environment around the watch without alerting others.

Compare AngelSense to the competition

Product
Best for
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Geofences
Two-way talk
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Best overall $44.99/mo.24 hours
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Smartwatch pick $10.00/mo.100 hours
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Best value $17.99/mo.**48 hours
Icon Yes  LightYes
Icon Yes  LightYes
Best for crowded events N/A1 year
Icon No  LightNo
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Best battery life $16.99/mo. 240 hours
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Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability subject to change.

Final word

We love AngelSense and think the company's watch is one of the best on the market. It offers all of the features a parent or caregiver could want, without being confusing or overly "gadgety."

To learn more, read our full AngelSense review and our top picks for GPS trackers.

AngelSense Watch FAQ

After our hands-on research, AngelSense is one of our top picks for best GPS trackers. The company offers great customer service and dependable devices.

The company offers three monthly price payment options:

  • Month-to-Month: $64.99
  • Annual Plan: $44.99
  • Monthly Plan w/ contract: $49.99

Yes, GPS trackers are legal, as long as you're tracking your child or someone you are taking care of and not stalking.

AngelSense sometimes offers deals that include a free watch GPS or wearable GPS. At the time of writing this post, AngelSense is offering a free device with any subscription plan.

According to AngelSense website, AngelSense is allowed in all U.S. schools. To increase student safety, some schools even pay for AngelSense devices for children with special needs.

How we reviewed AngelSense

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In our comprehensive review of AngelSense, we gathered firsthand accounts from parents and did our own hands-on testing. These testimonials and testing provided rich insights into the real-world applications and benefits of the AngelSense Watch and app. We also conducted an exclusive interview with AngelSense.

To put AngelSense's capabilities into perspective, we conducted a comparative analysis with other GPS trackers we reviewed previously. This comparison allowed us to assess AngelSense's features, performance, and overall value in the context of available alternatives. Through this process, we aimed to understand how AngelSense differentiates itself in the market and meets families' specific needs.

To learn more about our review process for AngelSense and other products, read our full methodology.

Alina Bradford
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Alina is a safety and security expert that has contributed her insights to CNET, CBS, Digital Trends, MTV, Top Ten Reviews, and many others. Her goal is to make safety and security gadgets less mystifying one article at a time. In the early 2000s, Alina worked as a volunteer firefighter, earning her first responder certification and paving the way to her current career. Her activities aren’t nearly as dangerous today. Her hobbies include fixing up her 100-year-old house, doing artsy stuff, and going to the lake with her family.

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