When we started testing lost-item trackers at TechInform, it always felt like a weirdly tribal decision: Are you in the Apple camp or the Android one? Because depending on that, your options shifted hard. AirTags? Great for iPhone folks. Tile? A little more universal, but fading. And Google’s Find My Device network? Brand new, still rolling out.
That’s what makes Chipolo’s new tracker actually interesting. The Chipolo POP is the first tag I’ve used that just works, no matter which ecosystem you’re in.
What’s New: Dual Network Support in One Little Tag
The big headline here is simple: Chipolo POP plays nice with both Apple’s Find My and Google’s new Find My Device network. Right out of the box.
That means whether your friend has an iPhone or a Pixel, they can track it. Lose your keys at a concert? Your tag will ping the nearest compatible phone, Apple or Android, to help find it.
This is a big deal, because most other trackers make you choose a side. Even Chipolo’s older models did that. Now it’s one tag, two worlds.
Specs and Features (Without the Buzzwords)
Beyond the dual network magic, the POP packs in some solid upgrades:
- 300-foot Bluetooth range (about 90 meters) for close-proximity finding
- User-replaceable battery that lasts up to a year
- Out-of-range alerts so you don’t leave stuff behind
- Double-press to find your phone (works in reverse too)
- Remote selfie button if you’re into that
- Customizable ringtone so your keys don’t all sound like someone else’s keys
And yeah, it comes in six colors now: blue, black, green, red, white, and yellow. That might sound minor, but when you’ve got five trackers in a drawer, color helps.
What It’s Like to Actually Use It
While I haven’t personally tested the Chipolo POP yet, on paper it checks a lot of boxes that make it stand out. The cross-platform support alone puts it ahead of most of the competition. If the setup process is as smooth as it looks, it should be an easy addition to anyone's daily gear, regardless of their phone brand.
The added features like out-of-range alerts, a loud ringtone, and the ability to ping your phone or use the tracker as a selfie remote are thoughtful touches. And with a promised 300-foot Bluetooth range and user-replaceable battery, it looks like Chipolo focused on practicality, not gimmicks.
What really stands out, though, is the potential ease of gifting. No more guessing whether someone uses an iPhone or Android—this one tag plays nice with both. That kind of universal compatibility is long overdue in the tracker world.
Trevor Score: 9/10 — Finally a Tracker That Doesn’t Care What Phone You Have
This isn’t a formal review — it’s just how I felt using this thing. A gut-check from someone who actually used it.
The Chipolo POP earns a 9/10 from me. It works across both platforms, has thoughtful features, and nails the basics like range, sound, and ease of setup. I docked a point only because the network support still depends on Apple and Google’s coverage — if you’re in the middle of nowhere, it won’t magically help. But honestly, for most people in most places, it’s a fantastic option.
Final Verdict: A Smart, Cross-Platform Move
Chipolo could’ve stayed in its lane, but instead they made something that fits modern life. People switch phones. Families mix ecosystems. Gifting shouldn’t require detective work.
The POP makes sense of all that. It’s a small, colorful tracker that doesn’t ask questions. It just works.
And Hey — It’s Nice When Tech Just Works
Props to Chipolo for simplifying things. Not every product needs a 10-minute explainer video. This one gets it done, and that’s refreshing.