Knog Scout Travel Tag Review

 First impressions matter, and with the Knog Scout Travel tag, the first impression is usually curiosity—followed by a brief moment of head-scratching. This isn’t a bad thing. The Scout is one of those clever little gadgets that asks you to slow down, download the app, and actually learn what it can do. But here’s the good news: once it clicks, it really clicks—and suddenly you’re wondering how you ever trusted your luggage to fate and airport conveyor belts alone.

Putting the little scout on the bag was a serious challenge as well even with two different sized wires to attach it. The little notches are definitely a pain in the arse. 

Setup is refreshingly simple once you get past that initial learning curve. Install the app, pair the tag, attach it discreetly to your luggage, and voilà—you’re officially smarter than lost baggage. The Knog Scout works seamlessly with Apple’s Find My network, meaning your bag is now part of a global game of digital hide-and-seek… one that you’re guaranteed to win.

And speaking of hide-and-seek, the built-in alarm and chime feature is pure fun with a practical twist. Can’t spot your bag on the carousel? Trigger the sound and listen for the cheerful beep calling out, “I’m over here!” It turns what’s usually a stressful airport moment into a strangely satisfying mini game—no whistle, no waving, no guessing.

Once you’ve figured it out, the Knog Scout Travel tag proves itself as one of those rare travel accessories that’s both playful and genuinely useful. It’s compact, clever, and quietly reassuring. Because let’s be honest: the best travel gear isn’t flashy—it’s the kind that lets you relax, knowing your bag will always find its way back to you. With Knog Scout, losing your luggage starts to feel like a thing of the past. 

One little thing I noticed that was not in the instructions was that to turn on the “find my” and activate the scout into my phone I actually had to plug it in to charge it before it would even become discoverable by my phone. After that it popped up no problem. 

MSRP: $65.99

Details:

• Easy to operate using Knog's iOS app
• Weighs just 35 grams
• Smart LEDs make pairing and charging easy
• Low battery notifications when you have just 20% remaining
• Operate up to 10 Scout devices in the Knog App
• Complies with FAA checked luggage regulations
• Charge Time - 4 hours
• Dimensions - L: 88mm x W: 33mm x H: 7mm
• Chassis - Glass Reinforced Nylon
• Chassis Overmould - Medical Grade Silicone
• NFC Enabled
• Alarm - +85dB Piezo Alarm Speaker
• Attachments - Proprietary Security Bolt, Proprietary Security Tool, 90mm & 160mm Braided Steel Cable
• Color Options - Pitch Black, Tangerine Dream, Mellow Mint, Sunflower Yellow, Deep Blue

Smart Luggage Tag 

Gone are the days of writing your personal contact information on a disposable paper tag. With Scout Travel, you can store your contact instructions in a digital format, which is easily accessed by scanning the unique QR code printed on the device. Exactly what contact information you share is entirely at your discretion, and can be updated in real-time via the Knog App. In addition, when someone scans the QR code and sees your details, they’ll be prompted to send you a message from the contact details page. If they do, you’ll be alerted that someone has scanned your tag and/or got in touch and their message will be emailed to you. - i.e. "We found your bag at San Diego Airport, carousel #6."

Utilize Apple Find My Network

With Scout Travel attached to your luggage, you can enjoy the peace of mind of always being able to check exactly where your belongings are 24/7 by simply using the Apple "Find My" app.

Motion-Sensitive 85 dB Alarm

The best security features are those that deter the loss of your luggage in the first place. This is why the 85db motion-sensitive alarm at the heart of Scout Travel’s design is a truly outstanding feature. From sitting in a busy café to storing luggage in a hotel lobby, increase peace of mind by arming your Scout Travel via the Knog app. With any subsequent movement of its accelerometer triggering the impossible-to-ignore 85db alarm on Scout Travel, while also triggering an audible alarm on your iPhone (when in Bluetooth range), these alerts allow you to take action and recover your belongings. 

Secure Attachment

Every aspect of Scout Travel has been designed with security in mind, and nothing communicates this more overtly than our tamper-proof security cable attachment. Constructed from a braided stainless-steel cable coated with non-abrasive nylon, Scout Travel’s tether allows for a highly secure attachment that won’t damage the very thing it aims to protect. Every Scout Travel includes two cable lengths to cater to different needs. The tether attaches to the Scout Travel through an anti-tamper security bolt that requires the use of the supplied Knog anti-tamper tool to remove it. 

No Subscriptions Fees

Unlike GPS-based trackers, Scout Travel’s compatibility with Apple's "Find My" app means that once you have purchased a Scout Travel there are no ongoing subscription fees to worry about. 

Separation Alerts

There’s no need to stress about leaving your carry-on behind or someone taking your luggage from the carousel. With separation alerts enabled in the Apple "Find My" app, you’ll receive a notification if your Scout Travel drops out of Bluetooth range. You can also set Trusted Locations, where you can leave an item without receiving a notification. 

USB-C Rechargeable Battery

Scout Travel is USB-C rechargeable and utilizes a high-performance 155 mAh LiPo battery, removing the need for single-use batteries. A fully charged Scout Travel provides up to 2 months of use between charges. Furthering ease of use, the Knog app will send notifications to your iPhone once the device has reached a remaining 20% charge, giving you plenty of notice to recharge the device. 

Built Tough For Real-World Travel

Scout Travel has been designed for travel. Constructed from fiber-reinforced plastic and then over-molded in silicone, Scout Travel is purpose-built to cope with the rigorous demands of travel, no matter how rough things get. The Scout is also backed by Knog's 2-year warranty.

Remote Chime Function

Many travelers have been in a scenario where they need to identify their belongings in a pile of very similar-looking luggage. This is where Scout Travel’s remote chime function is useful. Using the Knog app to activate the remote chime, a sound will emit from your Scout Travel, making finding your luggage easy. 

NFC Technology & Lost Mode

If a Scout Travel attached piece of luggage is lost, you can open the Apple "Find My" app and turn on Lost Mode. Then once it is detected by a device in the Apple network, you will automatically receive a notification. You can also set it so someone can get your contact info by tapping the Scout Travel with an NFC-capable smartphone. 

Charge & Pairing Indicating LEDs

Knog's Intelligent LEDs take the guesswork out of using your Scout Travel. The LED glows Blue when it is actively paired with your iPhone. This same LED glows Red whilst charging and then turns Green once fully charged. 

Water Resistant

The Scout Travel can handle moisture but don’t go chucking it into the hotel pool. 

Privacy Is Always a Priority 

Only you can see where your Scout Travel is. Your location data and history are never stored on the Scout Travel itself. Devices that relay the location of your Scout Travel also stay anonymous, and that location data is encrypted every step of the way. So not even Knog or Apple will know the location of your Scout Travel or the identity of the device that helps find it.

Scout Travel is the world's smartest luggage tag. Attach one to your suitcase and another to your carry-on, then enjoy the peace of mind they bring as you journey.