BuddySOS
7.6#2 in family locator appsFrom $19.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOS
VisitBuddySOS vs Family Safety: GPS Locator
Family Safety: GPS Locator
6.9#7 in family locator apps$1.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | BuddySOS | Family Safety: GPS Locator |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency limitation | Support guidance says BuddySOS does not contact 911 or other emergency services; users must call local emergency numbers. | Family Safety describes itself as a coordination tool and says it is not an emergency service. |
| Integrations | The maker identifies Twilio as the service used to deliver SOS SMS messages. | The service uses Firebase services, Google Maps and related location services, and Apple App Store or Google Play billing infrastructure where applicable. |
BuddySOS plans
- FreeFree
- BuddySOS Plus monthly$1.99 a month
- BuddySOS Pro$1.99 a month
- BuddySOS Plus annual$19.99 a year
Family Safety: GPS Locator plans
- FreeFree
- Unlimited circles$1.99, paid once
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 Safety: GPS Locator if…
It suits families or invited groups who want opt-in location sharing, check-ins, and place alerts on Android or iOS. It is a coordination tool, not a replacement for emergency services.