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PetSafe GPS and wireless dog fences compared (2026)
3 models from $199.99 to $449.99; the best rated is the PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0 Dog Fence + Tracking, at 9.0/10.
PetSafe models
3 models, ranked by our overall score.
Data from the official PetSafe US pages, prices checked on November 9, 2026. Calculated scores.
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The PetSafe lineup in a table
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 PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0 Dog Fence + Tracking | 9.0 | $449.99 | $747 over 3 years · 70 h · dogs 10 lb+ | Phone app over LTE | 1 year |
 PetSafe Stay & Play Compact Wireless Fence | 8.8 | $324.99 | $325 over 3 years · 21 days · dogs 5 lb+ | Plug-in transmitter | 1 year |
 PetSafe Customizable GPS Dog Fence | 8.5 | $199.99 | $200 over 3 years · 24 h · dogs 20 lb+ | Collar only, no live tracking | 1 year |
Alternatives from rival brands
For each of the best-rated PetSafe models: the device from another brand with the closest 3-year cost.
Over three years the Halo Collar 4 costs $3 less, with a higher score.
Over three years the PawTronic Pro Series 2 costs $46 less, with the same score.
Over three years the Pawious XEdge costs $59 more, with the same score.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best PetSafe model?
With our published formula, the PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0 Dog Fence + Tracking scores 9.0/10 ("Excellent"), at $449.99 checked on November 9, 2026.
How much does PetSafe cost over three years?
The 3 models we compare range from $199.99 to $449.99 for the device. With the plan each one needs, three years cost $747 for the PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0, $325 for the PetSafe Stay & Play, $200 for the PetSafe Customizable GPS, at the official US prices read on November 9, 2026.
Where can you buy PetSafe collars?
Our buttons go to: PetSafe official store. The price and availability at the store when you buy are the ones that apply.
What are the alternatives to PetSafe?
Instead of the PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0: the Halo Collar 4 ($744 over 3 years, 9.2/10); Instead of the PetSafe Stay & Play: the PawTronic Pro Series 2 ($279 over 3 years, 8.8/10); Instead of the PetSafe Customizable GPS: the Pawious XEdge GPS Dog Fence ($259 over 3 years, 8.5/10).
How are PetSafe collars scored?
With the same criteria as every other brand (containment, 3-year cost, live tracking, positioning hardware, battery, boundary cues, smallest dog, smallest yard, warranty), from PetSafe's published figures and plan prices. The full formula is on our methodology page.