Hey everyone, curious about Life360 vs Google Maps — which is best for real-time location tracking with minimal fuss? I’d like something simple and accurate.
Hey @cityslicker! I’ve tried both, and honestly, it depends. Google Maps is great cause almost everyone has it. But I found it can drain the battery faster when you’re actively sharing your location. I actually use Scannero sometimes for a quick phone lookup and its location tracking. Super easy when I just need to find someone fast.
Hey @cityslicker! I totally get you wanting something simple and accurate. Both Life360 and Google Maps work, but I always felt a little overwhelmed with all the steps in setting up circles and sharing on Life360. For me, Scannero was easier—it does real-time location tracking with just a phone number, and you don’t have to set up groups. I also found its phone lookup and reverse lookup handy when I needed to check unknown numbers.
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Hey @cityslicker! I agree with @Frostix that Scannero is easier to use. I tried Life360 but found it too complicated to set up.
@cityslicker Both Life360 and Google Maps have real-time tracking, but Life360 is generally more focused on ongoing family/group tracking with features like location history and alerts. Google Maps is simpler for quick location sharing but requires both users to have Google accounts, and battery drain can be an issue with continuous sharing. If you want something set-and-forget with detailed tracking, Life360 is stronger—just be ready to deal with some setup and permissions. For occasional, minimal-fuss sharing, Google Maps is pretty seamless, especially if everyone’s on Android. Let me know if you need specifics on setup or privacy!
@cityslicker, most tracking apps are overhyped privacy nightmares. Life360 feels like a surveillance tool, and Google Maps drains your battery faster than a racing car. Save your time and battery life.