GPS Trackers for Cars: OBD vs AirTag vs Hardwired

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Car theft recovery comes down to one question: can you see where it went? Three tracking approaches compared.

Gearyx Track — Plug-In GPS Car Tracker (OBD, No Battery)

Gearyx Track — Plug-In GPS Car Tracker (OBD, No Battery)

€39.99

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AirTag (from €5 holder)

Cheap, hidden, uses Apple's network. Downside: thieves' iPhones may alert them; updates can be slow in transit.

OBD plug-in tracker (€40)

Real-time GPS, geofence alerts, trip history. Powered by the car — no charging. Small monthly SIM cost. The sweet spot for most drivers. Gearyx Track →

Hardwired (€100+ installed)

Invisible and unpluggable, but needs installation. For high-risk vehicles.

Our recommendation

Layer it: OBD tracker + hidden AirTag + visible wheel lock. See the Security collection.