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Life360 Free vs. Paid

The Life360 app allows friends and family members to track each other’s locations. Parents and children, spouses and partners, and even groups of friends use Life360 to stay in touch with loved ones. Various features have made this locator app a staple for people of all sorts.

Many new users have a question about whether to use the free app or opt for a paid membership. When choosing between Life360 membership plans, you should understand the features you get for each app tier. The free version might be enough for some people, while many others will benefit from paid features. 

For the purposes of this article, we will be comparing the free plan to the Gold and Platinum plans.

Life360: Free Plan vs. Paid Plans 

All versions of Life360 come with location safety features, driving safety options, and even digital protection elements. However, the paid Life360 plans offer additional features that may be useful when using the app. 

Location Safety 

Free             Gold                       Platinum 
Location history 2 days 30 days 30 days
Place alerts 2 places  Unlimited places Unlimited places
Crime reports No Yes Yes
SOS alerts Yes Yes Yes

Driving Safety

Free              Gold                   Platinum           
Crash detection Yes Yes Yes
Family driving summary Yes Yes Yes
Individual driver reports No Yes Yes
Roadside assistance No Yes Yes
Free towing No Up to 5 mi Up to 50 mi
Emergency dispatch No Yes Yes

Emergency Assistance

Free                Gold                    Platinum          
Stolen phone protection No Up to $250 Up to $500
Disaster response No No Yes
Medical assistance No No Yes
Travel support No No Yes

Digital Safety

Free                   Gold                 Platinum                
Data breach alerts Yes Yes Yes
ID theft protection No  Yes Yes
Stolen funds reimbursement No Up to $25K Up to $1M 
Credit monitoring No No Yes

Peace of mind starts with location sharing.

Know where they are without asking.

See when they get home from school, leave work, or start warming up on the practice field. When you’re all busy doing your thing, Life360 keeps you in the know.

Try Life360 for free!

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Choose the Right Version of Life360 for Your Needs

Ready to gain insight into your family’s whereabouts and make sure they’re safe at all times? Whether you choose free or paid access to Life360, it’s sure to give you peace of mind. Register online today and see how it improves your daily routine.