Since its inception in the 1970s, GPS has taken the world by storm. Google Maps, running watches, online food delivery services—the consumer applications are endless. But businesses are also leveraging GPS to protect their most valuable assets and manage their physical operations.
Whether you’re looking to combat theft or simply keep tabs on your vehicles and personnel, GPS tracking is a fantastic business solution you can have delivered to your doorstep in days. However, for many businesses, the biggest challenge is figuring out which market solution to buy. Which GPS asset tracker offers the longest battery life? Or the biggest bang for your buck?
Let’s look at the top three best GPS trackers for businesses and what makes them the cream of the crop.
Implementing a GPS asset tracker in your business is a wise investment. But as with any other purchase, you should know exactly what you’re getting before clicking “buy.”
If you're looking for the perfect tracking device, it’s worth downloading this free GPS tracking buyer’s guide. It covers all the features to look for when choosing a tracker, which is helpful since every business has different needs.
But for now, let’s go over three of the most critical factors to consider when comparing GPS tracking devices.
The best GPS asset trackers have one thing in common: a long battery life. If you’re going to invest in a tracking device, it should be able to do the job without needing a recharge every few days. Constant charging is frustrating and simply inefficient.
Can you install the tracking device yourself, or will you need to call in a professional? This is another question you should be asking yourself when GPS shopping.
Even more important: How easy is it to use the device? What’s the process for accessing real-time location information, and how is this information displayed? Will you receive instant alerts and notifications—and if so, what are the triggers?
Odds are, your business has more than one vehicle. You might even have a whole fleet. And if you’re not using every single vehicle or piece of equipment at the same time, it’s worth looking for a tracker that’s easy to swap between assets.
Plus, the price of a trappable tracker is often the same as those without this feature.
Based on battery life, ease of use, and flexibility, here are the best GPS trackers for business owners.
Coming in at the top –the GL300 wireless GPS tracker, a small GPS tracker with long battery life, is the most versatile by far. Because it doesn’t require an outside power source, you can use it to track virtually anything, including:
On its own, the GL300 boasts a GPS tracker battery life of up to 2.5 weeks with a full charge. And to extend that battery life even further, you can pair it with a special hardware kit, an M4 battery case, or an M6 battery case. (With the M6 case, for example, you can achieve a battery life of up to six months!)
Like the hardwired GPS tracker, the GL300 is extremely durable and can withstand harsh temperatures and weather conditions. And in the case of an emergency, there’s a unique SOS button your driver can push to send you an urgent alert.
Like the OBD tracker, the GL300 features a sleek, compact design, making placement simple and flexible. Plus, swapping it between assets is a cinch—especially with the M2 magnetic case or one of the cases mentioned above, all of which feature extra-strong, weatherproof magnets for secure attachment.
Designed specifically for vehicle tracking, the OBD tracker works great for single trucks or entire fleets. Like the hardwired tracker, the OBD draws power directly from the vehicle—just plug it into your vehicle’s OBD port, no charging required.
Unlike the hardwired tracker, it’s easy to switch OBD trackers between vehicles. Simply unplug it from one car or truck and plug it into another.
That brings up another major OBD selling point: it’s super easy to install yourself. That being said, it is readily visible to anyone operating the vehicle, which means it may not be the best option for loss prevention.
This tracker’s name says it all, as the device wires directly into your vehicle. However, that makes it a little more difficult to install than the other two contenders, which is why you should enlist a professional to set it up.
Once the tracker is up and running, though, it’s pretty hands-off. The vehicle serves as the device’s sole power source, which means you’ll never have to worry about charging the battery. You can truly set it and forget it. And as long as it’s connected to a user-friendly software application, you should be able to start tracking as soon as it’s installed.
Hardwired trackers are also highly rated on durability and can withstand extreme heat and cold. This type of tracker isn’t readily visible and remains active even outside of US borders, making it a great choice for theft recovery.
The best GPS trackers with the longest battery life can definitely be life savers—literally and figuratively. That’s why more and more business owners are looking to GPS technology to help them save time and money.
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Preventing asset loss, improving employee safety, and gaining real-time location data are just a few benefits you’ll unlock when you adopt the right GPS tracking system in your business. But don’t let the overwhelming number of tracker options trap you in analysis paralysis. These three offerings are a great place to start your GPS tracking journey without breaking the bank. Contact us today to learn which GPS tracker is the best for your business.