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Cat Tailer Cat Tracker vs Fi Snap

These are not competing trackers. The Cat Tailer is a complete Bluetooth beacon that tells you roughly how close you are to your cat within about 328 feet. The Fi Snap is only a mounting adapter: it holds a Fi Series 3 or 3+ tracker module, which you supply, on a rope or 1-inch webbing collar. Buy the Cat Tailer for a cat that goes missing around the house or yard. Buy the Fi Snap only if you already own a Fi Series 3/3+ and want to move it between collars. Owners praise the Cat Tailer's light 7-gram body and six-month replaceable battery, but note it gives distance, not a map location. Fi owners rate the Snap highly for its secure stainless snap and Hypalon build.

  • Choose the Cat Tailer if you want a small, waterproof, self-contained finder for a cat and only need to know how close you are, not an exact map pin.
  • Choose the Fi Snap if you already own a Fi Series 3 or 3+ module and want to clip it onto a rope or 1-inch webbing collar you already like.

Prices

  • Cat Tailer Cat Tracker: $67.00 at Walmart (last seen Nov 9)
  • Fi Snap: $28.00 at Atlas Pet Company (checked today)
  • Difference: the Fi Snap is $39.00 cheaper than the Cat Tailer Cat Tracker at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)
Cat Tailer
Cat Tailer Cat Tracker - Small and Lightweight Waterproof Bluetooth Pet Collar Attachment, 328 foot Range, Replaceable 6 Month Battery Life, Android/Apple iOS Compatible

Cat Tailer Cat Tracker

Cat Tailer Cat Tracker - Small and Lightweight Waterproof Bluetooth Pet Collar Attachment, 328 foot Range, Replaceable 6 Month Battery Life, Android/Apple iOS Compatible

4(6 ratings)
$67.00at WalmartChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Small and light at 7 grams, so cats barely notice it
  • Waterproof and tag-shaped, mounts on any collar
  • Six-month user-replaceable battery, no charging routine
  • Simple app for Android and iOS
Cons
  • Not GPS: no map pin or exact location
  • Bluetooth only, so it works within roughly 328 feet
  • Signal strength gives a rough distance, not a direction
Fi
Fi Snap

Fi Snap

4.8(231 ratings)
$28.00at Atlas Pet CompanyChecked 6 h ago
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Pros
  • Turns a rope or 1-inch webbing collar into a Fi smart collar
  • Hypalon body with a stainless snap for secure, easy swaps
  • Lets you move one Fi module between collars
  • Highly rated by owners at 4.8 out of 5
Cons
  • Useless without a Fi Series 3/3+ module
  • Adds bulk and weight to the collar
  • Only fits most rope or 1-inch webbing collars

What separates them

Cat Tailer Cat TrackerFi Snap
What it isA complete Bluetooth tracker with its own battery and appA mounting adapter that holds a separate Fi Series 3/3+ module
Location methodSignal strength shows approximate distance, no GPSUses the Fi module's GPS and LTE tracking
RangeAbout 328 feet from your phoneNationwide through the Fi module's cellular connection
Weight7 grams, tag-sized at 27mmAdapter plus the Fi module, noticeably heavier
BatteryUser-replaceable, about 6 monthsDepends on the Fi module, which is rechargeable
WaterproofingWaterproof housingHypalon and stainless snap; module rating comes from Fi
Collar fitHangs on any collar like a name tagSnaps onto most rope or 1-inch webbing collars
Works on its ownYes, out of the box with Android or iOSNo, needs a Fi Series 3/3+ module

Price history

  • Cat Tailer Cat Tracker: lowest $67.00 on Nov 4 at Walmart.
  • Fi Snap: lowest $28.00 on Nov 9 at Atlas Pet Company.

Prices at every store

Cat Tailer Cat Tracker

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Ambystoma Labs Inc.Returns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $67.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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Fi Snap

  • Atlas Pet CompanyNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $28.00Checked 6 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecCat Tailer Cat TrackerFi Snap
sizeOne Size—
Diameter27mm round—
Weight7 grams—
WaterproofWaterproof—
Battery life6 months—
Battery typeUser replaceable—
Range328 feet (100 meters)—
TechnologyBluetooth Low Energy—
App compatibilityAndroid and iOS—
MountingAttaches to collar just like name tag—
Item length27 millimeters—
MaterialPlastic—

What reviewers say

Cat Tailer Cat Tracker

Owners describe the Cat Tailer as a simple, light tag that helps locate a cat hiding in the yard or a nearby shed. Many say it works best at short range and loses signal through walls or over distance, and some find the app's signal-strength readout takes practice.

What people mention
  • RangeCriticisedOwners say the signal fades well before 328 feet and is much shorter through walls and fences.
  • WeightPraisedAt 7 grams it sits on the collar like a name tag and most cats ignore it.
  • Location accuracyMixedIt points you in the right direction by signal strength but gives no map pin, so finding the cat still takes walking around.
  • BatteryPraisedThe replaceable battery lasts about 6 months and needs no charging.

Fi Snap

  • 4.8 / 5231 ratings

Owners rate the Fi Snap highly and mostly praise how well it converts existing collars and how securely it holds the tracker. Complaints center on fit limits and the extra bulk it adds.

What people mention
  • FitMixedWorks well on the right collar, but owners report it does not fit every width or thickness.
  • BuildPraisedOwners describe the Hypalon and stainless snap as sturdy and durable.
  • AttachmentPraisedThe snap makes it quick to move the tracker between collars and to charge.

Questions and answers

Which is better for finding a lost cat?
The Fi Snap, but only with a Fi Series 3/3+ module attached, because that gives GPS and cellular tracking beyond Bluetooth range. The Cat Tailer only shows how close you are within about 328 feet, which suits a cat hiding nearby.
Do I need to buy anything else with the Fi Snap?
Yes. The Fi Snap is just the mount. You need a Fi Series 3 or 3+ tracker module and a rope or 1-inch webbing collar for it to snap onto.
Does the Cat Tailer work without a subscription?
Yes. It runs on Bluetooth and its own battery, with no cellular plan. The Fi module needs a Fi subscription for its LTE tracking.
Which lasts longer?
The Cat Tailer's replaceable battery lasts about six months. The Fi module is rechargeable and needs regular charging, so the Cat Tailer means less upkeep.
Is the Cat Tailer too big for a cat?
It is 27mm across and 7 grams, about the size of a large name tag, so most cats tolerate it. The Fi Snap plus a Fi module is bulkier and heavier.
Can I use the Fi Snap on a cat collar?
Only if the collar is rope or 1-inch webbing that the snap fits. Most cat collars are thinner breakaway styles, so check the fit before relying on it.

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