Comparison

Link My Pet vs Link

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Link My Pet

This app pairs with a smart pet wearable to track your pet's location in real-time and monitor their daily activity. It also provides ambient temperature alerts, allows you to record adventures, and manage vet records and reminders.

Highlights
  • Real-time GPS location tracking
  • Activity monitoring with customized targets
  • Ambient temperature alerts
  • Record pet adventures
  • LED light and tone training aid
  • Vet records and reminders
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The Link app pairs with the Link smart pet wearable, which tracks your pet’s location, monitors his activity, and connects you with the most important information about your pet - all accessible via this easy-to-use app. LOCATION TRACKING Track your pet’s location in real-time using Link’s Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Cellular, and GPS connections. Interact with the map on the app to connect with your pet while you’re away and feel confident knowing you can have eyes on your best friend’s location anytime. ACTIVITY MONITORING Link’s accelerometer tracks moderate and intense daily activity. The patent-pending app algorithm provides customized activity targets by age, size, breed, and behavior to make sure your pet gets enough exercise. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ALERTS Make sure your pet is safe and comfortable by using the app to monitor the ambient temperature of his location. Get alerts if the temperature becomes too hot or too cold. ADVENTURES Enjoy recording your best adventures with your best friend, including a map with distance and timestamps plus photos along the way. ENHANCED TRAINING & SAFETY WITH LIGHT AND TONES Use the app to remotely turn on an LED light on the front of the Link pet wearable to keep your pet safe and noticeable outside at night. Use the app to remotely turn on tones, which can be used as a training aid. VET RECORDS & REMINDERS Convenient, consolidated vet records and appointment reminders give you and your veterinarian quick access to your pet’s health history and schedule. ***To use this app, you must purchase a Link smart pet wearable and subscription plan, which will allow you to use the GPS tracking feature.***

About

Link

Features
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Link: Connected Pet is your all-in-one pet wellness app—built for dogs, horses, and the people who care for them. Whether you’re using the app on its own or pairing it with the Link smart wearable, Link gives you smarter, more personalized insights into your pet’s health, behavior, and routine. Track wellness goals, build smart routines, access AI-driven insights, and stay connected to your vet—all in one place. For real-time GPS tracking and advanced safety features, pair your app with the Link wearable to unlock even more capabilities. Powered by AI and connected to your vet, Link ensures your pet’s well-being is always one step ahead. AI Insights - Ask questions and get insights on your pet’s behavior, routines, and health data - Discover patterns based on activity, completed reminders, and care history - Your personalized pet wellness assistant—ready when you are Vet-Connected Care - Share records, appointments, and care plans with your vet - Stay on schedule with smart reminders for meds and checkups - Access 24/7 telehealth with select subscription plans Whole-Pet Wellness Tracking - Monitor sleep and activity levels - Set goals tailored to breed, age, and lifestyle - Visualize daily and long-term health progress Smart Routines & Reminders - Create personalized care schedules - Log feedings, meds, training, and walks - Get timely alerts that keep you and your pet on track Real-Time GPS & Safety Alerts (Wearable required) - Track your pet’s live location using GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular - Set safe zones and get away alerts Temperature Monitoring (Wearable required) - Receive alerts if your pet is in an unsafe temperature zone - Help ensure comfort during all outdoor conditions Remote Controls (Wearable required) - Use the app to trigger lights and tones on the collar - Support nighttime visibility and basic training cues Start using Link: Connected Pet for free today. Add the Link wearable for GPS, real-time alerts, and enhanced safety features. Some premium features require a subscription.

Screenshots

Link My Pet4 screens
Link4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Link at none against Link My Pet's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Link My Pet ships an update monthly, Link every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Link My Pet versus Link: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLink My PetLink
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (124 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings124 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmart Pet Technologies, LLCSmart Tracking Technologies, LLC

Bugs and requests

Link My Pet

Reported bugs

20 issues
  • App crashes on opening/during use
  • Location updates delayed by 15 minutes or more
  • Tracking not accurate, shows 'updating current location' but doesn't update
  • False notices of dog being 'away'/'returned'
  • Battery level changes erratically
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  • Device shuts off at odd times
  • App freezes when trying to create account or upload photos
  • Cannot set up, stuck on 'Add Dog' process
  • App drains phone battery significantly
  • Base station issues (not charging, false 'away' alerts)
  • Light feature randomly shuts off
  • Features unavailable when dog is 'with me'
  • Activity tracking marks dog as active when sleeping
  • Location service lags and causes app to freeze/crash
  • Tracker doesn't recognize when close to base station
  • Device becomes a brick, battery fails
  • GPS not always the best
  • Adventures feature not working
  • App doesn't accept breed or age
  • Subscription cancellation difficult

Requested features

15 requests
  • Improve tracking accuracy and speed
  • Fix app crashes and freezes
  • Better battery life for the device
  • Allow multiple owners to control the app
  • Display all dogs on one screen
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  • More user-friendly app interface
  • Integrate WiFi for better accuracy
  • Instant activity updates
  • Add heart rate tracking
  • Widget for iPhone and Android
  • Make the sound feature louder
  • Improve notification customization
  • Allow setup on website
  • Improve base station range and recognition
  • Make the device smaller

Link

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Link My Pet

No in-app purchases

None

Link

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Link My Pet free?
Link My Pet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Link free?
Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Link My Pet or Link have ads?
Link My Pet shows ads; Link does not.
Which is updated more often, Link My Pet or Link?
Link My Pet ships an update monthly, and Link every 3 weeks. Most recently, Link My Pet was updated on October 21, 2026 and Link on October 24, 2026.

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