If you drive a Mercedes-Benz, losing your keys is probably a slightly more expensive problem than it is for the rest of us. So it kind of makes sense that the luxury automaker just teamed up with Chipolo to launch a co-branded key tracker that works with both Google’s Find Hub and Apple’s Find My network.
The tracker is available starting today, and it’s basically the Chipolo Loop you already know, just dressed up in a Mercedes-Benz outfit. There’s a chrome three-pointed star on the front, the Chipolo logo on the back, and a brushed metal key hook to keep it from looking like a cheap promotional item. Chipolo also says the housing is made from at least 50% post-consumer recycled plastic, with a matte finish that should withstand daily abuse in your pocket.
Specs, Pricing, and Where to Buy
Under the hood, the spec sheet looks familiar if you’ve followed the latest wave of Find Hub trackers. You get 400 feet of Bluetooth range, a one-year battery life on a rechargeable cell, IP67 dust and water resistance, and a 120dB alert when you trigger the find feature. That last number is loud, somewhere between a chainsaw and a rock concert, so good luck losing it in the couch cushions. The hardware is produced in Europe, which is a nice touch for a Mercedes-branded accessory.
The real selling point here is the cross-platform support. The tracker pings through Google’s Find Hub network on Android, or Apple’s Find My network if you’re on iPhone. That’s a big deal because most trackers still force you to pick a side. If you’re curious how Google’s network has been evolving, Find Hub has been getting a steady stream of new partners and feature upgrades over the past year.
You can also pair it with the Chipolo app for extras like “Call Your Phone,” which is one of those features you don’t think you need until your phone is wedged under a car seat.
The tracker costs $39 directly from Chipolo’s website, or $45 on Amazon. That’s a noticeable premium over the standard Chipolo Loop, but if you’re already spending six figures on the car, $39 for a matching key fob accessory probably won’t ruin your week. It’s still cheaper than many premium Android accessories we cover, and a fraction of what a Mercedes key replacement costs if you actually lose it.
For anyone living in the Find Hub ecosystem, it’s a solid pickup with a logo flex baked in.
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