BuddySOS
7.6#2 in family locator appsFrom $19.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOS
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What both publish
| Fact | BuddySOS | Zamily |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The maker identifies Twilio as the service used to deliver SOS SMS messages. | The maker describes subscriptions as handled through Google Play on Android and the App Store if an iOS version is released. |
| SOS | Holding the SOS control for two seconds starts a five-second cancel countdown, then alerts the active group with live location. | The Safety tab sends high-priority SOS alerts with the sender’s location to family members. |
| Support | BuddySOS says it aims to reply to support and partnership messages within one business day. | The support center says it aims to reply by email within 24 hours on Australian business days and does not offer phone support. |
BuddySOS plans
- FreeFree
- BuddySOS Plus monthly$1.99 a month
- BuddySOS Pro$1.99 a month
- BuddySOS Plus annual$19.99 a year
Zamily plans
- Free tierFree
- Premium$4.99 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 Zamily if…
Zamily is designed for households, including parents, teens, couples and grandparents who want shared location, trip tracking or SOS alerts. It is currently for Android users.