Gabb Watch 3ePrice, Plans, GPS & Parental Controls
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The Gabb Watch 3e is a first phone a child wears. It calls and texts on its own number, with no phone needed, and a parent controls every contact and setting from the MyGabb app. Safe Zone alerts reach parents within 15 minutes of a child leaving or arriving.
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Price
$229.99
The official list price to buy it.
Weight
Not confirmed
Grams on your wrist. Lower is lighter.
Battery life
18 hrs
How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.
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Current list prices.
Case only, without a strap, as officially quoted.
Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.
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Quick answers
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How much does the Gabb Watch 3e cost?
$229.99 new at gabb.com, plus a Gabb Cellular Plan. Gabb also sells a certified refurbished watch for $159.99.
What does the Gabb plan cost?
$12.99, $14.99 or $17.99 a month, depending on the plan you pick, plus a $30 activation fee. You must pick a plan to activate the watch.
Does it need a phone to work?
No. The Gabb Watch 3e works on its own with its own phone number. A parent manages its contacts and settings from the MyGabb app on their own phone.
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Price
The starting list price, not a temporary sale price. It is usually the first thing that rules a product in or out.
From $229.99
$15a month plan, plus $12 a month for 24 months for the watch
Technical specs⌄
Processor
The processor affects speed, efficiency and which features the device can support.
Unknown
Software
Software affects apps, updates and how well the device fits your other products.
Unknown
Where to buy
We do not have a store link for Gabb Watch 3e yet.
What's in the box
What comes in the box with the Gabb Watch 3e?
Here is what you get when you open it.
Gabb Watch 3e
USB charging cableNo charging block in the box
From Gabb. Checked Nov 1, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about Gabb Watch 3e
Top questions
How much does the Gabb Watch 3e cost?
$229.99 new at gabb.com, plus a Gabb Cellular Plan. Gabb also sells a certified refurbished watch for $159.99.
What does the Gabb plan cost?
$12.99, $14.99 or $17.99 a month, depending on the plan you pick, plus a $30 activation fee. You must pick a plan to activate the watch.
Does it need a phone to work?
No. The Gabb Watch 3e works on its own with its own phone number. A parent manages its contacts and settings from the MyGabb app on their own phone.
How does location tracking work?
The watch has GPS, and a parent sets Safe Zones in the MyGabb app. Parents get a notification within 15 minutes when their child enters or leaves a Safe Zone.
Can it call 911?
No. The SOS button calls the parent or guardian the family picks as the SOS contact. It does not call 911 or emergency services.
How long does the battery last?
Gabb rates normal use at 14 to 18 hours on a 500 mAh battery. Heavy GPS tracking and the Gabb Go game drain it faster.
Is it waterproof?
No. It is rated IP68 and Gabb calls it water resistant, not waterproof. It handles drops of water, but Gabb does not recommend submerging it.
Does it have a camera?
No. Gabb puts cameras only on its phones.
How many contacts can it hold?
Up to 100 contacts, and a parent approves each one in the MyGabb app.
Does it have games or apps?
No traditional games. It has Gabb Go, a virtual pet that gets kids moving, and Mimic by Gabb, a memory game. There is no app store, browser or social media.
Can kids text on it?
Yes. Talk and text are unlimited. Kids can dictate texts with Speech-to-Text, type on a keyboard, use preset replies or send voice messages.
How does it charge?
Wirelessly. A USB charging cable comes in the box, but no wall adapter. Gabb recommends a 5V/1A charging block.
How big is the screen?
1.41 inches, at 360 x 320, under Gorilla Glass 3. The watch measures 46 x 40 x 14.5 mm.
Does it work with Bluetooth headphones?
Yes. It connects to wireless headphones and wireless speakers. It joins only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks.
What is the return policy?
From January 1 to October 31 you have 30 days to return it. Watches bought from November 1 to December 31 can go back through January 31. An opened box costs a $50 restocking fee, and the activation fee is not refunded.
Using it
What does it cost?
It costs $229.99. That is the list price.
Do I need a subscription?
Yes, you need a subscription.
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
46 x 40 x 14.5 mm, 20 mm quick release bands, Dark Gray or Silver.
Battery and charging
How big is the battery?
The battery is 500 mAh.
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP68. Immersion beyond a metre is officially stated. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.
Price and models
Is there a newer one?
No. The Gabb Watch 3e is the current model.