Apple Find My

Privacy-focused messaging platform with Live Location sharing. In group chats, all members sharing live location appear as interactive pins on a single map.

Life360 is the default family location app. 66M+ users. Free tier shows real-time family locations and geofence alerts. Gold (~$14.99/mo) adds driving reports, 30-day location history, and crash detection. Platinum (~$24.99/mo) adds identity theft protection and roadside assistance. Your teenager probably already knows about it and has opinions. Works with Tile trackers for keys and bags.

Lightweight family location-sharing app with real-time GPS tracking, auto place alerts, built-in walkie-talkie, 3D street view, and panic alerts activated by shaking the phone.