The senior smart watch determines the wearer’s location using GPS, which is sent via the built-in SIM card (GPRS) in the watch to our secure online platform. You can then log in online to view the location details.

You place the tracking watch for seniors on the wrist of the person going outside. From there, you can view locations online or through the Spotter smartphone app. The location is displayed on a map for easy monitoring.

The Spotter GPS tracking watch for seniors works throughout Europe, which is not the case for all SOS watches. This means you can use it even when traveling abroad. We recommend using the Spotter outdoors, as indoor coverage may reduce the accuracy of location tracking.

The Spotter tracking watch for seniors is equipped with a motion sensor that detects whether the wearer is moving or stationary.

• When in motion, the watch sends a location update every 5 minutes, which you can view immediately online or in the Spotter app.
• When not in motion or not being worn, the location is updated every 5 hours.

All locations are stored for 24 hours before the data is automatically deleted.

Yes. The Spotter SOS watch works without a subscription. You can choose from prepaid credit options of 3, 6, 12 or 24 months. During this period, the Spotter can be used freely, and after it ends, the service stops. You can resume use later by topping up the prepaid credit. No usage means no additional costs.

The Spotter tracking watch for seniors costs a one-time fee of €99.95, including the prepaid SIM card. Prepaid credit options are
3 months credit for €7.00 p.m.
6 months credit for €6.50 p.m.
12 months credit for €5.00 p.m.
24 months credit for €4.50 p.m.

On the senior smart watch, you can create virtual zones—circular areas around a specific location, such as a home address, park, or care facility. You receive an alert whenever the wearer enters or leaves the zone.

The Spotter GPS tracking watch for seniors comes with a built-in SOS button. When the wearer presses it, you immediately receive a push notification on your smartphone with the current location. You can then take action or call the wearer directly through the senior smart watch.

When the Spotter GPS tracking watch for seniors is turned on, it emits a short sound. After that, it remains silent, except when the watch receives a call, which triggers a ringtone.

The Spotter senior smart watch includes a convenient call function. You can call the watch and communicate directly with the wearer. It’s important to note that calls can only be made to the watch, not from it.

You can use the free Spotter app, available on the App Store for iOS and Google Play for Android. After receiving the Spotter GPS tracking watch for seniors, add it to the app to start using the watch immediately.

All location data from the tracking watch for seniors is stored for 24 hours and can be viewed through the Spotter software or app.

The senior smart watch has a battery life of up to 5 days, with an average of about 3 days.

The warranty period is 24 months. If you experience any issues with the Spotter GPS tracking watch for seniors, our support team will first attempt to resolve them remotely. If that is not possible, you can return the watch and receive a replacement if needed.

Not all senior smart watches are safe—several reports in the media have highlighted this. The Spotter GPS tracking watch for seniors, however, is completely safe to use, and user privacy is fully protected. Here you can read how we ensure this.

The Spotter SOS watch works via GPS (satellites) and GPRS (built-in SIM card). This ensures coverage throughout Europe, allowing you to track the wearer’s location online via smartphone or computer, no matter where they are.