BuddySOS
7.6#2 in family locator appsFrom $19.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOS
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Family Locator
7.1#4 in family locator appsFrom $19.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSmacOS
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| Fact | BuddySOS | Family Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | LinkedIn lists Kingbird Solutions headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. | Limassol, Cyprus |
| SOS alerts | One tap alerts members of the active group with the sender’s live GPS location, including while the phone is locked. | An SOS button sends a child’s exact GPS location immediately. |
| Support | BuddySOS says it aims to reply to support and partnership messages within one business day. | Support is available at [email protected]. |
BuddySOS plans
- FreeFree
- BuddySOS Plus monthly$1.99 a month
- BuddySOS Pro$1.99 a month
- BuddySOS Plus annual$19.99 a year
Family Locator plans
- FreeFree
- Lifetime$14.99, paid once
- Monthly Premium Subscription$19.99 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 Family Locator if…
It suits families who want consent-based location sharing, zone notifications, and SOS alerts. Premium options may suit members who also want location history or in-flight notifications.