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What’s the difference between Chipolo Plus and Chipolo Classic key finder?

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Let’s see what they have in common first – they’ve both been discontinued and replaced with the newer, better, louder Chipolo ONE!

The new Chipolo ONE key finder combines the best features of the Chipolo CLASSIC and PLUS into one improved tracking tag.

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Scroll down to learn more about the differences between Chipolo PLUS and CLASSIC or keep on reading to find out about the new Chipolo ONE.

Chipolo ONE key finder with improvements & a new feature!

The ONE kept all the popular features of the CLASSIC and PLUS so it's still IPX5 water-resistant, you can still share it with your family and friends, and it will still find your phone too.

At the same time, we improved its core features and also added a great new one!

Improved: A louder sound

The melody goes up to 120dB, so you’ll have no problem hearing it from another room or from inside your bag.

You can even change the ringtone to one of the other 6 ringtones available if you think you’ll be able to hear one of those better.

Improved: A replaceable battery with longer battery life

The battery in the latest Chipolo key finder is still replaceable and will last up to 2 years!

The ONE uses a standard coin battery, model CR2032 that is available online and in most stores that offer AA batteries.

And it only takes 3 simple steps to replace:

- Use your fingernails or insert a smaller tool into the gap on the side of the Chipolo and carefully open the device.

- Replace the battery with a new CR2032 battery, placing the battery positive side up.

- Close your Chipolo by aligning the top holes on both lids.

NEW! A new feature that reminds you if you ever leave your keys behind.

Out of Range Alerts - Never leave your keys behind

Chipolo ONE is the finder with a reminder!

Chipolo Alerts will ping your phone and display a notification on your screen when you leave your keys, phone or wallet behind.

The alerts use a combination of Bluetooth and other technologies already inside your phone to check if your keys are with you every time your phone is on the move. The alerts trigger with a short delay, so you really only get notified when you leave something behind, and not every time you change rooms.

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The new Chipolo ONE has the alerts enabled by default, but they can also be used with the Chipolo CARD wallet finder and the previous models of Chipolo CLASSIC and PLUS.

With no extra cost or monthly subscriptions!

What model is my Chipolo?

There are a few subtle differences between the 3 key finders that can help you tell them apart.

Chipolo ONE has slightly rounded edges and the speaker hole is located at the side of the key finder.

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Chipolo PLUS is a little bigger in size and has 3 tiny speaker holes on the back, at the bottom.

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Chipolo CLASSIC has a small speaker hole in the last 'o' of the 'Chipolo' logo on the front and a tiny oblong groove on the side where you can open your Chipolo to replace the battery.

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Chipolo ONE features

The latest version of our most popular Bluetooth tracker with Out of Range Alerts.

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Sound: Up to 120 dB

Range: Up to 200 ft (60 meters)

Battery: Model CR2032, replaceable

Battery life: Up to 2 years

Button: Yes (integrated)

Find my phone feature: Yes

Water resistant: Yes, IPX5 standard

Out of Range Alerts: Yes

Compatibility: Compatible with iOS 12.4 and later, and devices running Android 7 and later.

Read more: How to replace the battery on a Chipolo ONE

Chipolo CLASSIC features

An improved version of our original Bluetooth tracker - discontinued since January 2020.

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Sound: 92 dB

Range: Up to 200 ft (60 meters)

Battery: Model CR2025, replaceable

Battery life: Up to 9 months

Button: Yes (integrated)

Find my phone feature: Yes

Water resistant: No

Compatibility: Compatible with iOS 12.4 and later, and devices running Android 7 and later.

Read more: How to replace the battery on a Chipolo Classic

Chipolo PLUS features

A louder, water-resistant version of our original Bluetooth tracker, with a non-replaceable battery - discontinued since January 2020.

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Thickness: 5.9 mm

Sound: 100 dB

Range: Up to 200 ft (60 meters)

Battery: Model CR2032, non-replaceable (included in the Renewal program)

Battery life: Up to 1 year

Button: Yes (integrated)

Find my phone feature: Yes

Water resistant: Yes (IPX5 Standard)

Compatibility: Compatible with iOS 12.4 and later, and devices running Android 7 and later.

Read more: Different Chipolo Bluetooth Trackers

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