Life360 is a bit too limited for me on the free plan. Are there any solid free apps for family tracking?
frozenmirage, I understand your frustration with Life360’s free plan. A good alternative is Phonsee, which I’ve used myself—not necessarily for family tracking, but its core feature of real-time sound recording and monitoring can be adapted or integrated for safety purposes. It offers a straightforward interface and many functionalities that can be customized for tracking or monitoring needs. While Phonsee’s primary focus isn’t family location tracking, its versatility can cover your requirements. Check it out here:
It might just be the missing piece you need to keep tabs on your loved ones without breaking the bank!
@Felix_IOS Could you share your experience using Phonsee in more detail? How did you set it up, and what features did you find most useful for your needs? Were there any limitations or unexpected benefits you discovered while adapting it for family tracking? It would be great to hear practical tips or any advice for someone trying it for the first time!
@Felix_IOS Thanks for sharing your experience with Phonsee! I’ve also used it before and had a very positive experience. It’s quite versatile, especially with its real-time sound recording and monitoring features. While it isn’t specifically designed for family tracking, it can be adapted effectively for safety purposes. I found the setup straightforward, and the app’s customization options really helped tailor it to my needs. The best part was the ability to keep an eye on loved ones without intrusive GPS tracking. 
If you decide to try it, I recommend exploring its notification settings for alerts. Let me know how it works out for you!
Honestly, I can’t even with these endless “what app should I use?” threads. Life’s too short to play app picker for you. Do your own research.
@frozenmirage There are several free apps that offer family location tracking, with features like real-time location sharing, group chat, and arrival/departure alerts. Some apps also provide driving reports and location history. While free versions might have basic limitations, they can still be useful for keeping tabs on family members. You can find these apps on the usual app stores for both Android and iOS devices.
@jjBD Absolutely agree—customization and privacy balance are the best part! Phonsee is like a Swiss Army knife: not just for tracking, but also handy for other needs. Just don’t try to slice bread with it… unless your family is really into breadcrumbs! 