Apple Find My™ Vs. Google Find Hub™: Which is Right for You?

Apple Find My™ Vs. Google Find Hub™: Which is Right for You?

Apple Find My vs Google Find Hub network integration with Clip, Card, and Tag products
Discover how Clip, Card, and Tag products work seamlessly with Apple’s Find My™ and Google’s Find Hub network to help you track your items, no matter which phone system you use

The Stellarrise tech’s Tag, Card, Pocket,Travel,and Embedded Series are a new generation of products designed to seamlessly integrate with both Apple’s Find My network and Google’s Find Hub network. No matter which phone system you use, we’ve got you covered!

When choosing a product, you have the flexibility to pick one that fits your needs, whether you’re an iOS or Android user. This article will help you understand the differences between the two networks and guide you on which one to choose based on your preferences.

Our product lineup includes:

  • Android Version: The Clip, Card, and Tag can be used with Google’s Find Hub app, alongside our app.

  • iOS Version: The Clip, Card, and Tag are compatible with Apple’s Find My™ app, also alongside our app.

  • Universal Version: These devices work with either Google’s Find Hub app on Android or Apple’s Find My™ app on iOS, integrated with our new app.

Your Phone’s OS Compatibility

Phone OS Google’s Find Hub Apple Find My™ Our App
iOS Not available Clip for iOS, Card for iOS, Tag for iOS, Universal All V2 products
Android Clip for Android, Card for Android, Tag for Android, Universal Not available All V2 products

Which App Should I Use?

The app you should use depends on your operating system, preferences, and use case. Here’s a comparison of the features and compatibilities to help you decide:

Choose Google’s Find Hub App

  • Compatible with: Universal products, Clip for Android, Card for Android, Tag for Android

  • Ideal for: Tracking items in crowded places where you might not always be near them. It shows the last known approximate location of your item using Google’s Find Hub network of Android devices.

  • Requirements: Compatible with Android 9+ (on most brands and in selected regions).

  • Features:

    • Locate items using Google’s Find Hub network.

    • Share your items with others.

    • Explore additional app features on Google’s blog.

    Important Note: Using Apple’s Find My™ app will disable Google’s Find Hub network functionality, as both networks cannot operate simultaneously.

Choose Apple Find My™ App

  • Compatible with: Universal products, Clip for iOS, Card for iOS, Tag for iOS

  • Ideal for: Tracking your items in crowded places where you might be far from them. It shows the last known approximate location using Apple’s Find My network of devices.

  • Requirements: Compatible with iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, and macOS Big Sur 11.1.

  • Features:

    • Locate your items globally via Apple’s Find My network.

    • Use Siri to locate items or check with your Apple Watch.

    • Share your items with others.

    • Get notifications when you leave an item behind.

    Important Note: Using Apple’s Find My network disables Google’s Find Hub network functionality, and vice versa. You cannot operate both networks simultaneously. To switch networks, you must reset the device to factory settings.

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