GoKawiilUgreen Finder Pro 4 / 5 Very good pros and cons Pros These touch tags can withstand life on key chains and being dropped.
They feature a USB-C rechargeable battery, so there are no button cells to mess with.
They work with both iPhone and Android devices. Cons The little cover for the USB-C port isn't attached, so it could become lost. View now at Amazon
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Yes, once again, I declare my undying love for the Apple AirTag. Overnight, that little plastic disc has pretty much eliminated the stress of losing things like keys and bags. But if you're an Android user, you're not invited to the AirTag party.
Thankfully, a host of third-party makers have stepped in to fill the void. And while no tag is quite as good as the AirTag -- precision finding that takes you directly to the tag feels like magic -- there are still some great alternatives out there.
But there's one big problem: durability.
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Life on a keychain is tough. Keys are hard, sharp, and they get dropped, stepped on, and banged around. While AirTags are relatively robust -- partly because they require an additional holder to attach them to keys -- a lot of third-party tags aren't as durable. Sure, they're probably good enough for the average person, but I've had tags crack, break, and even burst apart (a common issue with replaceable-battery tags that snap together).
That's why I found the new Finder Pro tags from Ugreen so impressive. These tags have earned the title of "toughest tags I've tested."
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