At what age should a child get a GPS smartwatch?

Most manufacturers recommend ages 5-12. The sweet spot is when your child starts walking to school, going to friends' houses, or participating in activities where you are not present. After age 12, most families transition to a basic smartphone.

How accurate is GPS tracking on kids watches?

Outdoor GPS accuracy is typically 5-15 meters. Indoor accuracy drops significantly — most watches fall back to Wi-Fi positioning or cell tower triangulation indoors, which is accurate to 50-200 meters. Do not expect room-level indoor tracking.

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