VelioKid Standard or Pro: which GPS watch should you choose for your child?
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The two VelioKid watches offer essential safety features: real-time GPS, an SOS button, calls with contacts you approve, and school mode. The difference comes down to the level of independence you want to give your child.
Comparison at a glance
| Standard | Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Suggested age | 5 to 9 years old | 9 to 14 years old |
| Price | $79.99 | $149.99 |
| Data plan | $12.99/month | $12.99/month |
| Real-time GPS and safe zones | Yes | Yes |
| SOS button | Yes | Yes |
| Calls with approved contacts | Yes | Yes |
| School mode | Yes | Yes |
| WhatsApp (calls with friends) | No | Yes |
| Apps on the watch | No | Yes, parent-approved |
| HD video calls | No | Yes |
| Battery | 680 mAh | 800 mAh |
| iPhone and Android parent app | Yes | Yes |
Choose the Standard if…
- your child is between 5 and 9 years old;
- you mainly want to know where they are and be able to call them;
- you prefer a simple watch without apps.
Choose the Pro if…
- your child is between 9 and 14 years old and wants more independence;
- they want to be able to talk to their friends, not just their parents;
- you want to delay purchasing a first cell phone while still giving them more freedom.
Good to know about the Pro: the parent stays in control. In the app, you choose the authorized contacts and can block each app individually.
Both models include
- School mode, which blocks distractions during class hours.
- Free shipping, delivered in 2 to 3 business days.
- 15-day trial, satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.
- A one-year warranty on the watch.
- Customer service based in Quebec, in French.
In summary
For a young child just starting to get around on their own, the Standard is enough. For a preteen who wants to stay in touch with friends without a cell phone, the Pro is the best choice.