How Long Is Battery Life On PingMaster Trailer Tracker Device?

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How long does the battery realistically last on these?

asked by: Chris

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Chris, battery life is measured by pings rather than calendar time. The # PM84FR delivers 3,000 pings, while the # PM64FR and # PM74FR deliver 5,000 pings. At 2 pings per day, the 5000 models can last around 12 years while the 3000 model can last around 7 years at 2 pings per day.

You can adjust ping frequency anytime in the app, so you control the balance between detail and battery life. No matter which ping rating you go with, I'd spend the extra few bucks for the wifi compatible model. While it won't actually connect to wifi, it will use it to ping and get better signal compared to just cell towers.

expert reply by: Andrew N

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Andrew N.

1/27/2026

Hey Chris, how has the battery life on your PingMaster tracker been holding up so far? It’d be great to hear if adjusting the ping rate in the app gave you the balance you wanted between detail and longevity. Your update could help others decide which model fits their needs best.

Answer 1

Hey Bert, that's a really good question but the price can vary with an average cost being about $10 per month for the Pingmaster #PM64FR based on which plan you go with and for what duration of time. The service isn't through us and is…

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Megan, it really comes down to how often you want location updates. The PingMaster 3000 w/ WiFi Backup #PM84FR provides 3,000 guaranteed pings from the battery, which can last around 7+ years at 2 pings per day. If you want more frequent tracking or…

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Answer 3

No long-term contract, Natalie - but a service plan is required to use the trackers. When you buy the 3000 with wifi assist #PM84FR, 5000 #PM64FR, or 5000 with wifi assist #PM74FR from etrailer, you’re purchasing the hardware/device only. To activate…

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Answer 4

Absolutely, Brian. The PingMaster app lets you view multiple trackers in a single dashboard, whether you’re running a 3000 #PM84FR with wifi assist, 5000 #PM64FR, 5000 with wifi assist #PM74FR, or a mix of them. That’s especially helpful for fleets…

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Answer 5

Hey Laura! PingMaster’s motion-sensing technology is designed to ignore minor movement like wind or small repositioning, but there's a chance it could go off as soon as it starts moving around the yard/lot. In that case, you can set parameters so…

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Steve, when GPS signal is available, all three models provide accurate outdoor tracking. The 5000 ping model #PM74FR and 3000 ping model #PM84FR add WiFi-based positioning when GPS and cell tower isn’t available, while the standard 5000 ping model…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 9

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 10

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 11

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 12

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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