GPS Tool Tracking Devices

Keep tabs on your most valuable tools with small,
ultra-durable battery-powered tool tracking devices.

Build a Better Tool Tracking System

GPS tool tracking utilizes compact, ultra-durable battery-powered tracking devices and Bluetooth tags to monitor the real-time location, usage, and security of power tools and equipment across multiple job sites.

Designed for covert installation, these concealable trackers help protect valuable tools of all shapes and sizes through automated movement alerts, location and trip history, and dedicated theft recovery modes.

By providing visibility into non-powered assets, businesses can optimize tool allocation, improve preventative maintenance strategies, and significantly reduce costs associated with theft and loss. With flexible configuration and "deploy once" battery life, our small tool tracking devices ensure you get critical location and run-hour data exactly when you need it.

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Track More with Bluetooth® and Tool Tracking Tags

Financially, it may not make sense to equip all small assets with GPS tracking devices for tools. We also offer Bluetooth gateway devices featuring concurrent GNSS and Bluetooth Low Energy to provide location and detection of nearby Bluetooth signals to track your tools. Third-party tags and sensors can then be placed on lower-value assets such as pallets, tools, and small equipment, providing approximate location and sensor monitoring data.

Tool Tracking Device Features

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Global Connectivity

Cellular (2G, LTE-M / NB-IoT), LoRaWAN®, Sigfox and Bluetooth® Tracking Solutions for global logistics and supply chain management.

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Battery-Powered and Wired Solutions

Our device range includes compact and concealable battery-powered asset tracking devices for non-powered supply chain assets. We also offer robust wired devices with customizable I/O’s for real-time supply chain tracking and advanced trailer, vehicle, and fleet management applications.

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'Deploy Once' Battery Life

Reduce OPEX costs with industry-leading battery life and performance. Our battery-powered devices are engineered from the ground up to achieve maximum battery life with ultra-low power consumption.

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Indoor / Outdoor Solutions

GNSS, Wi-Fi AP MAC Address Scanning, and Cell Tower location solutions. Track critical supply chain assets indoors and outdoors with one device and eliminate the need for expensive RTLS gateways or beacons.

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Periodic or Movement-Based

Receive location updates regularly throughout the day or only when movement occurs with smart adaptive tracking technology.

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Sleep Mode

Stationary devices enter sleep mode, switching the update rate to only once per day until movement occurs to conserve battery life and optimize data usage.

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Impact Detection

Configure impact-detection alerts when g-forces are exceeded by a user-defined threshold.

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Run Hour Monitoring

Capture run hours based on movement to understand and optimize utilization of tools with a comprehensive tool GPS tracking system.

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Rugged & Weatherproof

IP68-rated housing ensures tool locator devices can withstand rough environments, impact, fine dust, and brief submersion.

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Easy Install

Multiple installation options with small tool GPS tracking devices for covertly securing devices to tools with screws, bolts, cable ties, rivets, and more.

GPS Tool Tracking Devices

29 Products

Wired

Arrow Global BLE

Arrow Global BLE

4G LTE Cat 1bis 2G

Wired high-precision GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway with flexible I/O options for vehicle and fleet management and wireless sensor monitoring.

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Barra Core

Barra Core

NB-IoT

Compact and rugged battery-powered asset tracker with magnetic activation and tamper detection for ultra-low-cost indoor/outdoor visibility.

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Barra Edge

Barra Edge

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT

Compact and rugged battery-powered GPS tracker with magnetic activation and tamper detection for cost-effective indoor/outdoor asset tracking.

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Barra Fusion Cat 1bis

Barra Fusion Cat 1bis

4G LTE Cat 1bis

Compact and rugged battery-powered GPS tracker with 4G Cat 1bis connectivity for cost-effective indoor/outdoor asset tracking.

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Barra GPS

Barra GPS

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT

Compact and rugged battery-powered GPS tracker with magnetic activation and tamper detection for cost-effective outdoor asset tracking.

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Barra Radar BLE

Barra Radar BLE

Bluetooth®

Battery-powered Bluetooth® radar sensor with millimeter-level precision for level and object detection.

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Dart3 BLE

Dart3 BLE

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT Bluetooth®

Wired GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway with flexible I/O options for vehicle and fleet management and wireless sensor monitoring.

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DM Dot Glow

DM Dot Glow

Bluetooth®

Ultra-rugged Bluetooth Low Energy beacon with long battery life and integrated LED for easy asset identification and track and trace applications.

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DM Dot Sensor

DM Dot Sensor

Bluetooth®

Ultra-rugged Bluetooth Low Energy sensor beacon with impact, temperature, humidity, and magnet detection for track and trace applications.

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DM Dot Tag

DM Dot Tag

Bluetooth®

The DM DOT Tag is an ultra-rugged Bluetooth Low Energy beacon designed for long-life, wire-free track and trace applications.

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G150

G150

2G 4G LTE Cat 1bis Iridium Satellite Bluetooth®

Rugged wired GPS tracker with Bluetooth® Gateway, extensive I/Os, global 4G/2G connectivity, and optional Iridium Satellite for critical or out-of-coverage deployments.

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G70 BLE

G70 BLE

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT Bluetooth®

Rugged wired GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway with flexible I/O options for fleet, vehicle, and equipment management in harsh environments and wireless sensor monitoring.

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Griffin Air

Griffin Air

4G LTE Cat 1bis Bluetooth® 2G

The Griffin Air is an airline-certified GPS tracker built for cargo and supply chain applications, combining automatic flight detection, global 4G connectivity, and 7+ year battery life in a rugged, compact device that tracks assets seamlessly from air to ground.

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Manta Fusion

Manta Fusion

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT Bluetooth®

Rugged battery-powered GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway with magnetic activation and tamper detection for asset tracking and wireless condition monitoring.

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Manta GPS

Manta GPS

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT

Rugged battery-powered GPS tracker for high-precision outdoor asset tracking.

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Oyster Edge

Oyster Edge

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT Bluetooth®

Rugged battery-powered GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway for asset tracking and wireless condition monitoring.

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Oyster3 BLE

Oyster3 BLE

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT Bluetooth®

Rugged battery-powered GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway for asset tracking and wireless condition monitoring.

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Oyster3 Global

Oyster3 Global

2G 4G LTE Cat 1bis

Rugged battery-powered GPS tracker with 4G/2G connectivity for global asset visibility.

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Oyster3 GPS

Oyster3 GPS

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT

Rugged battery-powered GPS tracker for high-precision outdoor asset tracking.

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Oyster3 LoRaWAN®

Oyster3 LoRaWAN®

LoRaWAN®

Rugged battery-powered GPS tracker for high-precision outdoor asset tracking on LoRaWAN networks.

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Remora3

Remora3

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT Bluetooth®

Rugged GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway with the longest battery life on the market for asset tracking and wireless condition monitoring.

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Remora3 Global

Remora3 Global

2G 4G LTE Cat 1bis Bluetooth®

Rugged GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway with 4G/2G connectivity for global asset tracking and wireless condition monitoring.

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Yabby Edge Cellular

Yabby Edge Cellular

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT

Compact and rugged battery-powered GPS tracker for indoor/outdoor asset tracking.

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Yabby Edge LoRaWAN®

Yabby Edge LoRaWAN®

LoRaWAN®

Compact and rugged battery-powered GPS tracker for indoor/outdoor asset tracking on LoRaWAN networks.

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Yabby3

LTE-M (Cat-M1) NB-IoT

Compact and rugged battery-powered GPS tracker for reliable outdoor asset tracking.

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Yabby3 LoRaWAN®

Yabby3 LoRaWAN®

LoRaWAN®

Compact and rugged battery-powered GPS tracker for outdoor asset tracking on LoRaWAN networks.

Tracking Solutions for Non-Powered Assets

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Non-Powered Assets

Track tools with GPS and analyze non-powered assets of all shapes, sizes, and values.

 
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Equipment

GPS for tools allows for tracking location, run hours, and scheduling preventative maintenance reminders for equipment.

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Trailers

Monitor every trailer in your fleet with smart movement-based GPS tracker tools.

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Containers and Bins

Manage containers and bins in transit, on-site, or in storage with industry-leading battery life.

Compare GPS Tool Tracking Devices

Device Series Form Factor & Design Network Options Ideal Tool Tracking Application
The Yabby Range Ultra-compact, concealable housing Cellular (LTE-M/NB-IoT), LoRaWAN® High-value power tools, saws, and easily misplaced site equipment.
The Barra Range Slim profile, low-cost, magnetic options Cellular (LTE-M/NB-IoT), Bluetooth® Toolboxes, storage chests, and medium-sized construction assets.
The Oyster Range Ultra-rugged, IP68 rated, extended battery Cellular, LoRaWAN®, Bluetooth® Heavy-duty equipment, portable generators, welders, and large tools.
DM Dot Tags Small, wire-free sensor beacons Bluetooth® Low Energy High-volume, lower-value tools tracked via BLE gateways or mobile apps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is GPS tool tracking and how does it work?

GPS tool tracking utilizes compact, ultra-durable battery-powered tracking devices and Bluetooth tags to monitor the real-time location, usage, and security of power tools and equipment. These devices communicate via Cellular, LoRaWAN, or Bluetooth networks to log location history, capture run hours, and send automated theft alerts to fleet managers.

What is the best GPS tracker for small power tools?

Because power tools have limited surface area, ultra-compact devices are required. The Yabby Edge Cellular is ideal for high-value power tools due to its small, concealable footprint. For tracking high volumes of smaller or lower-value tools, DM Dot Bluetooth® Tags paired with a Bluetooth Gateway provide a highly cost-effective alternative.

How do you attach tracking devices to tools and equipment?

Our tracking devices feature versatile, rugged housings designed for covert installation. They can be securely mounted to tools and toolboxes using heavy-duty industrial adhesives, standard screws, bolts, cable ties, or rivets without interfering with the tool’s operation.

How long does the battery last on a tool tracker?

Digital Matter battery-powered devices are engineered for 'deploy once' performance. Depending on the reporting frequency and network technology, devices like the Yabby and Barra ranges can operate for multiple years on standard, user-replaceable Alkaline or Lithium batteries.

Can GPS trackers help recover stolen tools?

Yes. You can configure virtual boundaries (geofences) around job sites or depots to receive instant movement alerts if a tool leaves the area. In the event of theft, devices can be remotely switched to Recovery Mode, providing high-frequency, real-time tracking to aid in retrieval.

How do you track run hours for maintenance?

Our devices feature smart adaptive tracking and integrated accelerometers that detect vibration and movement. This allows the system to accurately log run hours based on actual tool usage, enabling teams to schedule preventative maintenance based on operating time rather than calendar days.