More versatile and complete option than Gizmo smart watches

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Kid-safe AI chat app

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Text anybody anywhere

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Unlimited list of approved contacts

Compare Pinwheel smart watches to Gizmo watches

Pinwheel smart watches: peace of mind made easy. Enhanced functionality to prioritize safety and ease of use

Features
Pinwheel
Gizmo
Kid-friendly AI chat app
Blocks 100% of stranger and spam communication
Comfortable large display to text & interact
Unlimited list of parent-approved contacts
Option to text anyone (with parent approval)
Large memory storage space
Available camera
GPS Locator

Providing independence for kids while giving peace of mind for parents

Pinwheel Watch

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Pinwheel Watch

The Pinwheel Watch is a standalone kid's smart watch (no phone needed). Get the easy, trusted Pinwheel parent management system in a safe, low-distraction phone alternative.

  • Large, clear display
  • Voice activated
  • Front and rear cameras (can be disabled)
  • 48 hours battery life (standby); 12-15 hours (regular use)
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More affordable smart watch than Gizmo watches

Pinwheel offers premium kids smart watches with lower one-time cost (watch + activation fee) than Gizmo.

Pinwheel
Gizmo
Smart watch
$159
$189.99 (including activation fee)
Monthly Subscription
$14.99
~$10
Total 1-Year Cost
$339
~$310

Get our free guide to help you decide whether a kids smart watch or a phone will work better for your child.

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Learn more about Pinwheel GPT. Kids-safe AI chat

A fun way for kids to explore interests, learn how things work and get answers. Monitor your child's chats on the free parent app.

Pinwheel Watch vs. Gizmo Watch Frequently Asked Questions

Does it need a Pinwheel phone to work?

No. The Pinwheel Watch is a standalone kid's smart watch (no phone needed)

Are Pinwheel watches durable?

Pinwheel watches are durable, and you can also get insurance (for only $29.99) to replace your watch if you get to damage it

Do Pinwheel watches allow unlimited calling and texting?

Yes. Pinwheel Wireless for watches include unlimited calls and text and two 2GB of high speed data. Contrary to Gizmo, which only allows for a limited number (20) of contacts.

Who you can contact using your watch?

Pinwheel uses real SMS text. You can text anybody from your unlimited contacts list, approved by parents, even if they don't have a Pinwheel watch.

Do Pinwheel watches have games?

Yes. You can choose to download games to your child's watch, or leave them off if they'll be too distracting.

What is PinwheelGPT? Is it safe for kids?

PinwheelGPT is a free optional AI chat app for kids and teens to explore interests, learn how things work and get answers. It only gives kid-appropriate answers, with an added extra layer of safety of parents being able to monitor their child's chats, and the option to disable it. PinwheelGPT chats are not used to train large language models.


- No inappropriate answers
- No explicit content
- No images, videos, or web links

What's the difference between ChatGPT and PinwheelGPT?

PinwheelGPT is designed for kids, with kid-friendly and appropriate answers. It also comes with parental monitoring so you can see what your child is wondering about.