Why it matters
Tabcat uses radio frequency rather than GPS. The handset guides you to your cat with lights that change from red to amber to green as you get closer, which works well for finding a cat hiding nearby.
The tags weigh 0.2 oz, small enough for kittens, and last 3 to 12 months per battery depending on use. There's no subscription, satellite signal or phone app; you pay once.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Finding hiding cats
- Kittens
- Owners avoiding subscriptions
Look elsewhere if
- Cats that roam far
- Owners who want a map
- Live location history
Pros and cons
Pros
- No subscription
- Tiny tags
- Long tag battery
Cons
- Short range
- No map or history
- Handset needed
Limitations to weigh
- Use a breakaway collar.
- Range is limited; it's a homing finder, not a map.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Connectivity | RF | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| In the pack | 1 Count | Retailer |
| Pieces | 1 | Retailer |
| Model number | L-TABCAT-CT | Retailer |
| Warranty | 2 Year Manufacturer | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | Highly Accurate, Indoor & Outdoor Tracking, Lightweight, No Monthly Fee or Subscription, Real Time Tracking using RF Technology | Retailer |
| Works with | None Needed | Retailer |
| Dimensions (seller) | 0.91 x 6.42 x 8.39 inches | Retailer |
| Product weight | 5 g | Retailer |
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Final verdict
A simple fix for cats that hide close to home.
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