GPS Snitch Review (GPSmagazine.com)

Verdict: Drops a dime on your ride. Pricey

Don't let GPS Snitch's curiously urban styling fool you, this real-time GPS tracking system is a serious device that offers up to 7 days of battery life between charges, has a built-in motion sensor, can send you an alert if your car moves, and can be used hidden virtually anywhere in your car.

Available in the US and Canada for $399, GPS Snitch uses a combination of GPS and cellular technologies to provide real-time tracking. Like other real-time trackers, GPS Snitch requires a monthly service fee of $14.95 - $25.99 per month, depending on the usage plan you choose. How does GPS Snitch stack up against the competition? Is it worth the money? And is it better than competing product Zoombak? Read on

1. What's in the Box

GPS Snitch - What's in the Box
Figure 1: What's in the Box?

GPS Snitch includes the following items in the box:

GPS Snitch tracking device
Wall charger
Quick start guide
100 free Location Tracking Request Credits with activation
2 Window Stickers

Figure 2: GPS Snitch

GPS Snitch measures about 4.5 inches in length, is narrower at the tip than at the base, and has the "GPS Snitch" logo printed on the shiny black plastic casing.

Figure 3: GPS Snitch, Right Side

The only physical controls on GPS Snitch are the power and "Arming" buttons, located on the right side of the device.

Figure 4: GPS Snitch, Left Side

The DC Jack, used for charging GPS Snitch, is located on the left side of the device. It takes about 5 hours to fully charge GPS Snitch using the included wall charger. Once fully charged, GPS Snitch's battery will last between 5 and 7 days, depending on usage.

Figure 5: GPS Snitch, Side

GPS Snitch's case has a slight curve to it, making it taller in the center than at the edges.

Figure 6: Optional Hardwiring Kit and Vehicle Charger

GPS Snitch doesn't come with a vehicle charger or hardwiring kit for permanently installing the device in your car, but both are available and can be purchased separately.

2. Technical Specifications

Real-Time Tracking	Yes
On-Line Interface	Yes, Web browser
Mobile Interface	Yes, Via text messages
Nationwide Coverage	Yes
Language Options	English and French
Alarm Notifications	Yes
Alert Types	Motion Alert and Security Perimeter Alert
Notification Methods	Text message to mobile phone and e-mail
Remote Arm / Disarm From Mobile Phone	Yes
Speed and Direction Reading	Yes
GPS Based Technology	Yes, UltimateSense™ GPS
GPS Antenna	Internal
Location Request Response Time	Typical 30 to 45 Seconds
Accuracy	Indoor <175 ft (50 m) typical Outdoor <17 ft (5m) typical
GPS Tracking Sensitivity	-155 dBm
GPS Acquisition Sensitivity	-150 dBm (with current aiding data)
Triband Wireless Radio	Yes, 850 MHz, 1800 MHz, and 1900MHz
Internal Motion Sensor	Yes
Battery	Rechargeable Li-polymer 3.6V 2000 mAh. 4-6 hours to fully charge. 5-7 days typical use between charges.
Hard-Wiring Kit	Optional
Product Dimensions	~4.25” x 2.5” x 1.25”
Product Weight	0.6 Lbs
Connector	DC jack
Physical User Interface	2 buttons (power and arm) and 2 indicator lights (power/wireless connection and arm/GPS status)
Operating temperature	-4º사F to +149º사F (-20º사C to +65º사C)
Storage temperature	-40º사F to +176º사F (-40º사C to +80º사C)
Humidity	95% non-condensing
Warranty	1 year parts and Labor
Support	1 800 Number 24 hour support 7 days a week