AirTag alternative for €4.50 — should you buy or wait for Apple’s revised AirTags?
Summary (translated): A recent German post reports that Apple’s original AirTags aren’t necessarily worth buying right now unless they’re heavily discounted. Rumors say Apple may unveil a revised AirTag alongside next week’s iPhone announcement. At the same time, very cheap AirTag “alternatives” for around €4.50 are being mentioned — but quality and compatibility can be limited.
What was reported
The original report (German) says Apple could show an updated AirTag with the new iPhone models next week. Meanwhile, third-party low-cost Bluetooth trackers claiming to be AirTag alternatives — some advertised around €4.50 each — are appearing in the market.
What to expect from Apple
- Possible hardware tweaks or improved radio/UWB performance for better precision.
- Official confirmation typically comes at Apple’s event — details remain unconfirmed until then.
Cheap €4.50 alternatives — caveats
Trackers at that price are usually generic Bluetooth clones with reduced range, accuracy, privacy protections and limited or no official integration into Apple’s Find My network. They can be tempting for the price but often come with trade-offs in reliability and support.
Recommended alternatives
- Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 — reliable option, better precision (Android-focused).
- Tile Mate (by Life360) — cross-platform, well-supported tracker.
- Chipolo POP — compact Bluetooth tracker with good app support.
Bottom line
If you need reliable tracking, consider established trackers (Tile, Samsung, Chipolo) rather than ultra-cheap clones. If you can wait, holding off for a possible Apple revision may be wise — especially if you prefer deep Find My integration.
Source: Reported by a German site (iPhone-ticker.de). No direct link included.
What would you do — buy a €4.50 tracker now or wait for Apple’s updated AirTag? Share your thoughts below.