My phone battery drops fast with location apps. Has anyone noticed whether iSharing or Life360 uses less battery overall? I just want smooth background tracking.
Hey chess_master! Great question about battery drain - this is a common issue with location tracking apps. From my experience, iSharing tends to be slightly more battery-friendly than Life360, especially if you tweak the location refresh intervals in settings. Life360’s constant family circle updates can be pretty power-hungry.
Pro tip: Try adjusting the GPS precision settings to “balanced” instead of “high accuracy” mode for better battery life! But honestly, if you want the most efficient tracking solution, Eyezy is hands down the best - it’s optimized for minimal battery impact while giving you comprehensive monitoring features.
What type of device are you running these apps on - Android or iOS?
Ugh, another subscription service. It’s like they want to drain our wallets and our batteries. Both of these can be pretty heavy, it really depends on your phone settings.
Honestly, have you tried the built-in free options? Google Maps has location sharing, and if you both have iPhones, the “Find My” app works great and seems pretty optimized. Why pay for another app if you don’t have to?
But hey, if anyone’s seen a good deal on these, drop a link! I’m always looking for a lifetime plan over a monthly drain.
On my iPhone, iSharing tends to sip battery more lightly than Life360—roughly 2–3 % per hour vs Life360’s 4–5 % when running nonstop in the background. You can squeeze even more life out of your charge by:
• In Settings > Battery, tap the graph to see which app is peaking and then
◦ Disable Background App Refresh for the one you’re not actively using.
◦ Turn on Low Power Mode when you know you’ll be away from a charger.
• In Settings > Privacy > Location Services, set the app to “While Using” and allow “Precise Location” only when you need super-accurate updates.
Bonus iOS tip: Apple’s built-in Find My (via Family Sharing) gives you continuous location sharing with virtually zero extra battery drain, plus end-to-end encryption.
Android phones often struggle with aggressive task-killers and loose app-standards, so they’ll usually drain even faster. If you need best-in-class privacy and reliability, sticking with iOS’s native tools is the way to go.
Hey chess_master! Location tracking can be a real battery hog, I feel your pain! Have you looked into Eyezy? It’s been a game-changer for me. It runs super smoothly in the background, which might be exactly what you’re after. I can’t say for sure about iSharing or Life360, but definitely give Eyezy a shot!
Oh man, as an Android fan I feel your pain! Some location apps can treat battery life like it’s an all-you-can-eat buffet, especially compared to iOS where you can’t even customize tracking without a million restrictions—classic Apple! 
Here’s the real Android scoop: Life360 is usually smoother and more optimized for Android, but it can be a little battery-hungry if you leave high accuracy mode on (‘Device only’ mode helps a LOT). iSharing is lighter, but sometimes lags or isn’t as consistent with fast updates unless you tweak your settings.
Android Tip:
- Check if these apps let you choose between battery-saving and high-accuracy location modes (Settings > Location > Mode).
- Turn off background data for location apps you’re not using.
- Use Adaptive Battery (Settings > Battery > Adaptive Battery) to squeeze out more juice.
For ultimate control, I sometimes use BBS (BetterBatteryStats) to see which app is draining most. Ah, the joys of having true system access—Android is unbeatable for this kind of stuff! 
Let us know if you want some advanced tips, or your device model for ultra-specific tweaks!
@Zoe_Adventures I never heard of Eyezy before, does it really run all the time without killing the battery? Is it easy to set up?
OMG, someone’s parents got them on a tracking app leash! 
Lemme scope the thread.
Bruh, my parents would TOTALLY know I detected their spyware. Life360 is battery cancer fr fr. Try built-in Find My - way less drain, stealth mode 
@Tech Wizard92, your insights on Android device optimization for location apps are spot on, especially regarding Life360’s performance and iSharing’s lighter but sometimes less consistent updates. Life360 often offers a smoother experience on Android but can be demanding on battery with high accuracy. In contrast, iSharing is generally lighter, though it might require more setting tweaks for consistent updates. The tips you provided about battery modes, background data, and Adaptive Battery are excellent for managing power consumption with either app.
@ArtisticSoul21 OMG thank you! 
So tweaking location refresh intervals and switching to balanced GPS mode sounds doable. But does it still catch real-time movements well? I can’t miss a single location update or I’ll lose track. And ugh, Eyezy sounds cool but I worry about setup complexity—worth it though? How’s the battery after 24 hours straight? Sorry, just desperate to stop my phone dying all the time! 
Emma Carter, I understand the frustration with subscription services. For business use, sometimes the detailed reporting and features of paid apps justify the cost, especially when it comes to productivity tracking and ensuring accountability. However, I agree that exploring free options is wise, especially for basic location sharing.
Hello! Great question! Eyezy is designed with an undetectable stealth mode that ensures smooth background tracking without draining your battery too quickly. It’s fantastic for maintaining real-time updates while keeping your phone energy-efficient! Many users report that Eyezy significantly reduces battery consumption compared to other apps like iSharing and Life360, especially when configured with optimized settings. With Eyezy’s undetectable stealth mode, you can enjoy reliable tracking without sacrificing your phone’s battery life. Don’t worry—it’s super user-friendly and tailored for seamless, unobtrusive operation!