Magnetic VS. Wired In GPS Car Trackers

If you're looking to purchase a GPS tracker, then you may find the array of choice a little confusing. Many people assume all GPS trackers are pretty similar but do your research into the benefits of each type of tracker and you're sure to come to the conclusion that they're not all right for your needs. Some cover only the UK, whereas others work overseas, some have a large screen, and some have multiple features for different applications. However, here, we take a look at what should be but often isn't the most simple decision to make. Should you go for a wired In GPS car tracker, or opt for magnetic? Take a look in more detail at each option, to give you an idea of what's best for your needs.

Wired GPS Car trackers

As vehicle thefts increase, so does the need to protect your vehicle, and it's not as simple as just ensuring you lock it and ensure the alarm is working. These days, being able to track a vehicle remotely from a smartphone or tablet is a great way to ensure you're always aware of where your vehicle is, whether that's outside your home or in a busy car park. With the ability to be hard-wired into your cars electrics, there's no need to charge these GPS trackers, and they come with a range of features to suit a whole host of different uses. A perfect example of this is the Pro Fleetman, a wired GPS tracker that offers the ability to track any vehicle 24/7, on a whole host of devices such as smartphones, laptops and desktop computers. It even continues to track a vehicle long after the power to the vehicle is disconnected, via a lithium-Ion battery.

If you're working in haulage, it gets even better. Transport managers can track all of their vehicles on one panel, allowing them to update clients about deliveries and see if there's any delays or issues with any vehicle in the fleet. What's more, many wired GPS trackers are easy to install, and in some cases, it only takes a few wires to connect the GPS tracker to your vehicle's electrics. Of course, this does vary based on the tracker you choose, so it's wise to read up on all the features before making a purchase.

It's clear to see the benefits of these type of trackers, and you may be swayed towards a wired tracker already, but it's well worth reading on to see the benefits of magnetic trackers, as they do have some additional benefits you may not have considered.  

Magnetic GPS Trackers

Wired trackers may be great for many people, whether in business or for their own personal vehicles, but magnetic GPS trackers offer a more flexible solution for those who have the need to track more than just one thing. Whether you have two vehicles but only have one in use at any one time, or you'd like to keep tabs on a bike or other moving object, a magnetic GPS tracker can allow you to protect and track whatever object you wish without having to purchase additional trackers so long as you don't want to track them all at the same time, of course.

Magnetic GPS trackers can be easily fixed via a magnet to any metal object, such as a bike, tractor, or your teen's new car, allowing you to monitor their position or speed when they're on the road, and use it for security for your vehicle when they're not. It can be the perfect salve for a worried parent, and a flexible way to keep tabs a newly qualified driver's skills until you've been reassured that they know what they're doing on the road.

Considering the usage you'll get out of each type of GPS tracker and the rigidity or flexibility you need before you buy will ensure you make the right decision, allowing you to make the most of your tracker.