Cosmo JrTrack 5 vs. Verizon Gizmo 3

Cosmo JrTrack 5 vs. Gizmo Watch 3

Searching for the best kids smart watch? Check out the difference between Cosmo JrTrack 5 and Verizon Gizmo 3. The Cosmo JrTrack 5 offers flexible connectivity and comprehensive emergency features, providing a strong alternative to the carrier-locked Gizmo Watch 3.

Cosmo Watch and Gizmo Watch shown next to each other

“Tracking was incredibly easy and accurate. I could find him anywhere in the neighborhood, which was incredibly helpful.”

Cosmo vs Gizmo 

Discover all the details that make JrTrack the clear family favorite.

When comparing the Cosmo watch vs. Gizmo, many families are surprised at just how much more flexibility and value Cosmo delivers. The Verizon Gizmo Watch 3 is permanently tethered to the Verizon network. This means you must have a Verizon plan, limiting your choices and potentially restricting coverage if you are outside Verizon's primary service areas.

The Cosmo JrTrack 5, however, uses FlexSIM technology, accessing multiple top US networks. This provides wider, more reliable coverage across the US, Canada, and Mexico, giving parents greater confidence wherever life takes their family.

JrTrack 5

Verizon Gizmo 3

Price

$99.99
$149.99

Device Insurance

$2.99/mo
+Free replacement
$16.00/mo
$99 replacement cost

Phone

True Texting (SMS/MMS)

Location Tracking

Dedicated GPS Chip

Camera

Picture Messaging

Voice-to-text

Approved contacts only

Optional Music Apps

No social media

Text & call history

Multi-Network SIM

Geofencing

Location History

Focus Mode

Activity Tracking

Family Reviews

See how families rate JrTrack 5 and Gizmo 3 on Google

When it comes to Gizmo Watch 3 reviews vs. Cosmo feedback, the difference is clear: families love the reliability, value, and freedom packed into Cosmo's JrTrack, especially without being locked into a single carrier like Verizon.

JrTrack 5

4.7

Stars on Google
Gizmo Watch 3

3.8

Stars on Google
*Ratings are reviewed periodically for accuracy. Recent changes may not be reflected. Check Google for latest updates.

Families are Choosing Cosmo over Gizmo. Here's why:

More safety

Cosmo's JrTrack 5 watch is specifically built for kids! That means less worry and a safer connection to bring your family closer together. SafeCORE is Cosmo's four-front system: SOS alerts, 911 calling, GPS SafeZones, and unknown caller blocking.

FlexSIM Tech

Cosmo's JrTrack is equipped with a groundbreaking SIM that intelligently optimizes your child's connection across all major network signals. It's a better connection built for families!

Better protection

We're proud to offer device insurance for way less than Verizon, and ours includes one free replacement per year, unlike the Gizmo watch for kids. Save over $130 in your first year with Cosmo, just on device insurance alone!

Less worry

Worry less and connect more with Cosmo. With JrTrack, you won't need complicated parental controls like the Gizmo. JrTrack is engineered to protect your child from social media, open internet, and unknown calls and messages automatically.

By the numbers

Try JrTrack risk-free today!

We're so confident that you'll love your JrTrack Smartwatch, we have an iron-clad 30-day money-back guarantee on the watch and plan.

Mobile phone placed beside COSMO children's smart watch

Try JrTrack risk-free today!

We're so confident that you'll love your JrTrack Smartwatch, we have an iron-clad 30 day money back guarantee on the watch and plan. 

Gizmo Watch vs. Cosmo Watch FAQs

Still deciding between the Gizmo Watch and Cosmo's JrTrack? You’re not alone! We’ve gathered the most common questions parents ask when comparing these two top-rated kids' smartwatches.

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There are a few main differences between the Cosmo JrTrack 5 Kids Smartwatch and the Verizon Gizmo Watch 3. These include:

- Carrier Lock: The Gizmo Watch 3 is locked to the Verizon network, while the JrTrack 5 works across multiple major networks for superior coverage and flexibility.
- Emergency Calling: JrTrack 5 offers optional 911 calling (a key feature of SafeCORE), which the Gizmo Watch 3 does not offer, limiting its emergency functionality to calling the primary caregiver.
- Protection: Cosmo Care's protection plan is more affordable and includes free replacements and coverage for theft/loss, which the Gizmo plan often does not.
- International Coverage: JrTrack 5 provides coverage across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Gizmo Watch 3 only operates within the US on the Verizon network.

Is the Gizmo Watch 3 locked to one carrier?

Yes. The Verizon Gizmo Watch 3 is exclusively locked to the Verizon network and requires a Verizon cellular plan to operate. The Cosmo JrTrack 5, by contrast, is carrier-flexible and operates on the COSMO Mobile network, which uses multiple major cellular towers for the best possible coverage.


How much do Gizmo Watch 3 plans cost?

The Gizmo Watch 3 requires a separate line of service with Verizon, which typically costs around $10 per month (plus taxes/fees and a one-time activation fee). Cosmo's monthly plans for JrTrack 5 start as low as $9.99/mo (with a 2-year prepaid plan) and are backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.