We tested GPS trackers, RFID, BLE, and AirTags for real-world enterprise asset tracking.
GPS works for vehicles with power but fails on mobile equipment without power due to battery and SIM issues.
RFID is viable indoors but requires infrastructure and is not usable in open environments.
BLE trackers like Tile and Milwaukee One-Key barely work unless someone nearby is running the app.
AirTags, when paired with the right platform, offer global coverage through the Apple Find My mesh without needing infrastructure and with a battery life of 2-4 years.
At scale, AirTags + software cost approximately 10-20 times less annually than GPS, with greater real-world reliability.
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