Tile recently released an updated version to their Slim Bluetooth tracker product. So, what are the main differences between the 2020 Tile Slim and 2022 Tile Slim?
You can find out in this comparison between these item locators.
Quick Summary
When compared to the 2020 Tile Slim, the 2022 Tile Slim has a 25% longer range in addition to being slightly shorter in length and width when it comes to size.
The newer model also comes with a QR code for easier identification and is completely dust tight.
Overall, the 2020 version is a big improvement over the 2020 model.
2020 Tile Slim vs. 2022 Tile Slim Comparison Chart
You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the 2020 Tile Slim and 2022 Tile Slim below.
| 2020 Tile Slim | 2022 Tile Slim | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 86 mm x 54 mm x 2.4 mm | 85.5 mm x 53.8 mm x 2.5 mm |
| Weight | 14 grams | 2.5 grams |
| Color Options | Black | Black |
| Range | Up to 200 feet | Up to 250 feet |
| Free Features | Find Nearby Find Far Away Find Your Phone | Find Nearby Find Far Away Find Your Phone |
| Tile Premium Features | Find Nearby Find Far Away Find Your Phone Smart Alerts Notifications Unlimited Sharing 30-Day Location History Premium Customer Care Worry-Free Warranty Up to $100 Item Reimbursement | Find Nearby Find Far Away Find Your Phone Smart Alerts Notifications Unlimited Sharing 30-Day Location History Premium Customer Care Worry-Free Warranty Up to $100 Item Reimbursement |
| Tile Premium Protect Features | Find Nearby Find Far Away Find Your Phone Smart Alerts Notifications Unlimited Sharing 30-Day Location History Premium Customer Care Worry-Free Warranty Up to $1000 Item Reimbursement | Find Nearby Find Far Away Find Your Phone Smart Alerts Notifications Unlimited Sharing 30-Day Location History Premium Customer Care Worry-Free Warranty Up to $1000 Item Reimbursement |
| QR Code? | No | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-replaceable battery | Non-replaceable battery |
| Battery Life | Up to 3 years | Up to 3 years |
| Recommended Temperature Range | -10°C to 60°C (or 14°F to 140°F) | -10°C to 60°C (or 14°F to 140°F) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Warranty | 1-year manufacturer’s warranty | 1-year manufacturer’s warranty |
| Pricing | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) |
Dimensions
When it comes to the physical size, the 2022 version of this card-shaped locator is a little bit shorter in length and width than the 2020 version. On the other hand, the 2022 version is a little thicker than the older product as well.
You can check out the full measurements both versions below:
- 2020 Tile Slim: 86 mm x 54 mm x 2.4 mm
- 2022 Tile Slim: 85.5 mm x 53.8 mm x 2.5 mm
Weight
The 2022 Tile Slim weighs a lot less than the 2020 model.
You can find the weight specifications below:
- 2020 Tile Slim: 14 grams
- 2022 Tile Slim: 2.5 grams
Color Options
Both the old and new versions of the Slim tracker are only available in black.
Range
With the 2022 version, Tile increased the maximum range of the Slim item locator by 25%.
You can find the ranges below:
- 2020 Tile Slim: Up to 200 feet
- 2022 Tile Slim: Up to 250 feet
Features
The features for both the 2020 Tile Slim and 2022 Tile Slim are identical. The following are available at no additional costs:
- Find Nearby
- Find Far Away
- Find Your Phone
If you subscribe to the Tile Premium plan, which costs $2.99 per month or $29.99 per year, you will get the following features:
- Find Nearby
- Find Far Away
- Find Your Phone
- Smart Alerts Notifications
- Unlimited Sharing
- 30-Day Location History
- Premium Customer Care
- Worry-Free Warranty
- Up to $100 Item Reimbursement
By subscribing to the Premium Protect plan, which costs $99.99 per year, you will be able to utilize the following features:
- Find Nearby
- Find Far Away
- Find Your Phone
- Smart Alerts Notifications
- Unlimited Sharing
- 30-Day Location History
- Premium Customer Care
- Worry-Free Warranty
- Up to $1000 Item Reimbursement
With item reimbursement, Tile will reimburse registered items that your 2020 Slim or 2022 Slim isn’t able to locate.
QR Code
Tile also added a QR code on the back of the 2022 Slim. This will allow your tracker to easily be scanned by a stranger who finds the lost device. That person can then use the optional contact info you can set up to contact you about potentially returning the Slim as well as the items the tracker is attached to.
Battery Type
Both the 2020 and 2022 Slim locators are equipped with a non-replaceable battery. Since these don’t have a battery door, you will need to replace the entire device once the built-in batteries are depleted.
Battery Life
Both of the card-size trackers have a battery life that can last up to 3 years.
Recommended Temperature Range
For the temperature range, Tile recommends using both versions of the Slim between -10°C to 60°C (or 14°F to 140°F).
IP Rating
The 2020 Tile Slim Bluetooth Tracker has an IP rating of X7, which means that it should be able to withstand being submerged at up to 1 meter (or 3 feet) underwater for a maximum of 30 minutes. This device has not been rated for dust protection.
With an IP67 rating, the 2021 Tile Slim Bluetooth Tracker is completely dust tight. It should also withstand being underwater at a depth of up to 1 meter (or 3 feet) for a maximum length of half an hour.
Warranty
The 2020 Tile Slim Bluetooth Tracker and 2022 Tile Slim Bluetooth Tracker each comes with a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty.
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