Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker Review
Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker helps me find things I often misplace like my keys. Using the Tile app, it sends a signal to the Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker to emit an audible sound so I can easily locate it. It is very convenient. Advance features are available like Smart Notifications and 30-day Location History but through subscription plans.
Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker Key Features
- Works for both iOS and Android
- 400 ft range
- Two Way Finder
- Up to 1 year replaceable battery
- Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri
- Water-resistant
Small and Convenient
Tile Pro Bluetooth Trackers are small convenient to use. For someone who easily forgets where I placed my keys or phone, the Tile Tracker is heaven sent.
The 2020 version of the Tile Pro comes in a rounded square size. The upgraded Tile Pro 2022 is smaller and rectangular.
It is easy to setup and to connect. I used it for my keys. But the Tile Pro can also be used for bags and even pets.
Tracker Function
To track, you need the Tile app. Tap the FIND button on the app and it will ring the Tile Pro. You just need to follow the sound to find the Tile Pro. The volume is loud enough to be heard even if the keys are inside a bag. The range is about 400 ft but from my experience, the range is shorter when there are obstructions like if the Tile is inside a bag or in another room.
Don’t expect the Tile Pro to be perfect. The app cannot ring the Tile Pro instantly. It takes time for the app to locate the device and to ring it. It can take as short and 10 seconds and up to several minutes. So if you are in a hurry, it can be frustrating.
For best results, check on the app once in a while to keep them “synced”. If you haven’t opened the app in weeks, it will take longer for the app to locate the device. At the minimum, it can tell you that is nearby. That gives you some peace of mind that your Tile Pro is not lost.
Two-Way Find Feature
The Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker works both ways. The phone can find the Tile Pro using the app, and the the same time, the Tile Pro can also find your phone if you misplaced it.
By tapping the middle part of the Tile Pro, the tracker will locate your phone and ring it. I think the ring is set to loud regardless of setting of your phone volume. This is good. Otherwise, finding your phone is useless if the ring setting is muted.
Premium Features
Tile Pro comes with Premium features that will be enables if you subscribe monthly or annually. Among the features are the Smart Notification, 30-Day Device Location History and Battery Replacement.
The Smart Notification feature will send you a phone alert if you are far from the device. It lets you know if you have left something when leaving the house. I personally like this feature. Too bad it needs a premium account.
Battery Life
The Tile Pro uses a CR2032 battery. This will be good for about 1 year of use. Once the battery runs out, this can be easily replaced by sliding the case cover at the back.
Unfortunately, there is no battery life indicator on the Tile device or on the phone. There will be a standard alert after 1 year of activation the Tile device. But if the battery runs out before a year, you won’t find out until it is too late.
A trick is to listen to the beep on the Tile Pro when you press the middle. If it doesn’t beep, then it means the battery has ran out already.
Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker Review Summary
Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker is one of the best tracker available in the market. It has a good range and provides a strong audible sound to locate the missing objects like keys, remote controls, bags and others.
The key features are available like the two-way find feature between the Tile app on the phone and the Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker. However, the premium features are available as a subscription only. Other trackers have them for free already.
Tile Pro Price and Availability
The Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker is available at Lazada and Shopee. The prices varies around 1,700 to 2,000 PHP depending on the store. It will be cheaper if you buy by packs of 2 or 4.
Tile Pro Tracker Comparison
Tile Pro vs Chipolo One
The Tile Pro and Chipolo One have similar features. Their price range is almost the same. Chipolo One is smaller and round in shape. The Tile Pro has better range at 400 ft compared to the Chipolo One which has 200 ft only. However, the Chipolo One has an Out-of-Range feature already. For the Tile Pro, this is a premium feature that needs a subscription.
