Nomad’s Tracking Card Pro is a wallet-size Bluetooth tracker that works with Apple’s Find My network. It’s built to mimic the look and feel of a premium credit card while staying thin enough for most wallets, and it stretches a single wireless charge up to 16 months. If you’ve wanted AirTag-like tracking without the bulge, this is the credit-card form factor done with long battery life in mind.
What Tracking Card Pro is (and why it’s different)
Tracking Card Pro adds Apple Find My item tracking in a card-shaped body that sits flat in a wallet, passport holder, or bag pocket. It’s roughly credit‑card sized (about 85 × 54 mm) and 2.5 mm thick, so it doesn’t distort wallet profiles like puck‑shaped tags can. The exterior uses a polycarbonate body with aluminum edges and a design that blends in with other cards, which helps it stay discreet if your wallet changes hands.
Key traits you don’t get with a basic card tracker: a much larger rechargeable battery rated for up to 16 months per charge, Qi and MagSafe wireless charging support, and IPX7 water resistance for everyday spills and wet weather.
Specs and hardware details
| Feature | Tracking Card Pro |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | ~85 × 54 × 2.5 mm |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Body | Polycarbonate with aluminum edges |
| Water/dust resistance | IPX7 |
| Battery | 350 mAh rechargeable, up to 16 months per charge |
| Charging | Qi and MagSafe chargers (wireless) |
| Magnet behavior | No internal magnets; enough metal to “stick” to MagSafe chargers |
| Audio alert | ~94 dB locating sound (varies with distance and wallet contents) |
| Platform | Apple Find My item tracker |
| Precision Finding (UWB) | Not supported |
| Colors | White, Black |
| Price | $39 (ships by December 19) |
How it compares: Tracking Card Pro vs. Nomad Tracking Card (standard)
| Spec | Tracking Card Pro | Tracking Card (standard) |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 2.5 mm | 1.7 mm (as thin as ~2 credit cards) |
| Weight | 15 g | 12 g |
| Battery life per charge | Up to 16 months | Up to 5 months |
| Materials | Polycarbonate + aluminum edges | Polycarbonate |
| Charging | Qi/MagSafe | Qi/MagSafe |
| Water resistance | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Find My features | Find My network, Lost Mode, sound alert | Find My network, Lost Mode, sound alert |
Both cards support Apple’s Find My features. The Pro model primarily trades a thicker body for more than triple the battery life and a sturdier, metal‑accented build.
Find My experience and what to expect
Once paired, Tracking Card Pro appears in the Find My app with the usual item‑tracking features: map location, last seen, Lost Mode, and an audible chime to zero in when you’re nearby. Sound alerts are designed for short‑range recovery and typically work within about 150 feet, depending on obstacles and wallet contents.
Like other third‑party Find My accessories, Precision Finding via Ultra Wideband isn’t available here. In practice, you navigate to the general location and then trigger the chime to home in.
Pairing and charging
- Power on and pair: Press and release the card’s Find My button to turn it on. In the Find My app on your iPhone or iPad, tap the “+” button, choose “Add Other Item,” and select Tracking Card Pro to complete pairing.
- Charge wirelessly: Place the card on any Qi or MagSafe charger to top it up. A small circular LED in the top‑right corner turns green when fully charged.
- Check battery level: Open the item in the Find My app to view the current battery percentage.
Wallet fit, durability, and interference
At 2.5 mm, the Pro model is thicker than a standard credit card but still fits most billfolds and slim wallets. The IPX7 rating covers incidental water exposure — think sweat, rain, or a brief dunk — so everyday carry isn’t a worry.
RFID‑blocking wallets can reduce Bluetooth performance. The large metal components used to block RFID signals often interfere with Bluetooth radios, which can shorten range or prevent a reliable connection. If you carry an RFID‑blocking wallet, consider a non‑shielded slot for the tracker or test range before relying on it.
AirTag vs. a wallet card
AirTag remains the gold standard inside Apple’s own ecosystem thanks to UWB and a replaceable coin cell, but a puck in a wallet is bulky and uncomfortable, especially if you keep the wallet in a back pocket. The card form factor solves that comfort and bulk problem and slips neatly into flat compartments. Nomad’s pitch is simple: roughly credit‑card shape, up to 16 months per charge, and a chime for close‑range retrieval — all inside the Find My app you already use.
Everyday use and safety notes
- Discreet look: The printed “credit‑card” styling helps it blend into a stack of cards. That can reduce the chance it’s noticed and discarded if a wallet is taken.
- Loud chime: The built‑in speaker can emit a ~94 dB sound to help you locate the card in a room, between couch cushions, or inside a bag.
- Sharing and alerts: Find My supports item sharing so trusted people don’t receive unwanted tracking alerts when traveling with your items.
Price, colors, and availability
Tracking Card Pro is priced at $39 and is offered in white or black. Units are slated to ship by December 19. Buying two or more qualifies for a 10% discount. If you prefer a thinner card and can live with shorter runtime, the standard Tracking Card is $29 and about 30% thinner.
Troubleshooting and support
If pairing fails, make sure Bluetooth is enabled, the card has power (briefly press the button), and you’re adding it via Find My > “+” > “Add Other Item.” For battery or charging questions, the card’s LED should turn green when full; if it doesn’t, try a different Qi/MagSafe charger or reposition the card for better coil alignment.
For step‑by‑step help, warranty, or replacement questions, use Nomad’s product guide on the help center: Nomad Tracking Card Pro support.
If you’ve been holding out for a card‑style tracker that lives in your wallet and lasts longer than a season, Tracking Card Pro threads the needle: slim enough to carry daily, loud enough to find nearby, and built for long stretches between charges — all while living inside the Find My app you already use.
