BuddySOS
7.6#2 in family locator appsFrom $19.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOS
VisitBuddySOS vs CircleUs
What both publish
| Fact | BuddySOS | CircleUs |
|---|---|---|
| Live map | Group members appear as named live pins with distance and compass direction, with links for walking directions or calling. | The site says members appear on a live map refreshed every 8 seconds. |
| Location privacy | BuddySOS says it does not sell location data or keep location history, and shares location only with members of the user’s group. | The site says location data is end-to-end encrypted, is not sold or used for advertising, and can be exported or deleted in app settings. |
BuddySOS plans
- FreeFree
- BuddySOS Plus monthly$1.99 a month
- BuddySOS Pro$1.99 a month
- BuddySOS Plus annual$19.99 a year
CircleUs plans
- Free ForeverFree
- Gold$9 a month
Pick BuddySOS if…
BuddySOS may suit festival and event groups, families, friends, or staff teams who need shared live maps, safe-zone alerts, and SOS messaging. Sign-up is currently listed for phone numbers from the US, Canada, UK, and EU.
Pick CircleUs if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.