Xplora XGO3
A children's smartwatch with location, calls and messages from a brand focused on the UK children's market. The lowest first-year cost among the smartwatches with a bundled SIM plan.
£139
View alternative →Garmin Bounce 2.
The most expensive children's watch in our comparison. The annual service plan is good value compared with monthly billing.
UK device price
£259.99
at John Lewis
Service £9.99/month or £99/year.
Indicative cost: £259.99 + £198 (2 × £99) = £457.99 over 24 months.
Prices checked 14 October 2026, including VAT; check the retailer for current prices. Delivery and fitting may be extra unless stated.John Lewis product page ↗
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Editorial assessment based on manufacturer information. We do not carry out our own hands-on tests. Device prices and plan terms are listed separately. How we compare →
Is it right for you?
Families who already use Garmin products or want the brand's ecosystem.
- GPS trackers for children: No. 5 in our editorial order – Highest device price; annual plan is reasonable.
Why consider it
- Annual plan option (£99/year)
- Well-known brand
Limitations to weigh up
- Highest device price in the children's category
- Highest calculated 24-month cost in our children's comparison
- Daily charging routine needed
Product details
- Device type
- Children's GPS smartwatch
- Service
- £9.99/month or £99/year
- Retailer
- John Lewis
- Network
- Mobile network (network generation not confirmed in our check)
- Weight
- Not confirmed in our check
- Source checked
- 14 October 2026
Specifications come from the manufacturer or retailer. Battery claims depend on settings and reception; we do not present them as our own measurements.
Compare alternatives
PAJ SMARTWATCH Finder 4G
The lowest device price among the children's watches we compared. The monthly plan is higher than Xplora's SIM offer, so compare the total over your intended period.
£49.99
View alternative →Spacetalk Adventurer 2
A children's smartwatch with location and communication features. Mid-range on device price and plan cost.
£179
View alternative →Before buying
Does the device price include the full service?
Service £9.99/month or £99/year. The device price alone does not represent the full cost of ownership.
Is this price current?
We checked the price on 14 October 2026. Prices and plans can change at any time, so check the retailer before ordering.
Can I buy it in Ireland?
This profile uses UK prices in pounds. Availability, network support and plan prices in Ireland can differ; check the manufacturer’s Irish site or an Irish retailer.
Have you used this device yourselves?
No. This profile is an editorial assessment based on manufacturer and retailer information, costs and stated limitations. We do not carry out our own hands-on tests.
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