Online GPS tracker and navigation shop
Sell GPS trackers and navigation devices online to drivers, caravanners, pet owners and small businesses.
- A$1k-5k
- Side hustle
- Online
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A small web shop selling GPS navigation units and tracking devices for cars, caravans, boats, bikes, pets and equipment. You can start with a few products from an Australian supplier and ship from home or use a supplier who ships for you.
Your first three steps
- Pick one niche, such as caravan and 4WD trackers or pet trackers, and compare 3 to 5 Australian wholesalers
- Register an ABN and set up a simple online store with clear specs, coverage and SIM information
- Order samples, test them yourself, then launch with photos, how-to guides and a few local Facebook or forum posts
Who pays
Private buyers such as caravanners, 4WD owners, parents and pet owners, plus small businesses wanting to track tools or vehicles.
How it makes money
Margin on each device sold, plus optional extras like mounts, cables and set-up help. Some trackers need a SIM plan, which you can pass on or resell.
Skills that help
- Comfortable with online shop platforms
- Explaining tech in plain language
- Customer service and returns handling
Watch out for
- Check devices work on current Australian 4G networks, as older 3G-only trackers no longer connect
- Check products carry the right compliance marking for radio and electrical devices in Australia
- Australian Consumer Law rules on warranties and refunds apply to what you sell
- Check state rules on tracking other people or vehicles without consent, and make this clear to buyers
- Stock and supplier risk: avoid buying large quantities before you know what sells
Deep research report · Australia
Everything you need to start: online GPS tracker and navigation shop
Researched with live web search for Australia: real startup prices, the licences and rules, what others charge, a break-even example, how to find your first customers and a 30-day launch plan. With sources.
- Startup costs with real prices
- Licences, registration and rules
- Pricing: what others charge
- Break-even example
- Finding your first customers
- 30-day launch plan
- Risks and how to reduce them
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to start an online GPS shop in Australia?
Startup costs are typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many products you stock and whether a supplier ships for you. Treat this as an estimate and avoid buying large quantities before you know what sells.
What rules should I check before selling GPS trackers in Australia?
Check that devices work on current Australian 4G networks and carry the right compliance marking for radio and electrical devices. Australian Consumer Law rules on warranties and refunds apply, and check state rules on tracking people or vehicles without consent.
How much can an online GPS tracker shop earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on the products you range, your marketing and your customers. Stock and supplier risk matters, so avoid buying large quantities before you know what sells.
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