Karri

Karri: screen-free voice messaging for kids

Karri is a company that sells the Karri Messenger, a screen-free voice communication device with built-in GPS, designed for children aged 4 to 12 and older. The product aims to keep parents and children in touch, and children in touch with their friends, without relying on a conventional mobile phone. It is presented as an alternative to smartphones, which the company describes as designed to capture attention.

How the device works

The Karri Messenger uses physical buttons instead of a touchscreen. To send a message, you simply press and speak, a process the company describes as taking seconds. The device comes in several colours, including black-turquoise, black-pink and black-blue. The catalogue shows a price of £89.99 GBP for the Karri Messenger 2 model, with multi-buy discounts calculated at checkout.

The Karri app

The device is complemented by the Karri app, available for iOS and Android. From it, adults can send voice notes, check the child's location, set up private one-to-one or group chats, define virtual safe areas and receive instant SOS notifications. The app lets you check location without interrupting the child's activity.

Accessories and collections

In addition to the main device, Karri sells accessories and special editions. The catalogue includes the KARRI Classic and Special Edition collection, with various colour combinations, the KARRI Brave Buddy Collection and special wristbands for the device.

Retail presence and shipping

The online store operates with the United Kingdom as its main region and pound sterling as its currency, and offers shipping to Belgium, Czechia, France, Germany, Ireland, Jersey, the Netherlands, Spain and Sweden, with prices in euros, Czech korunas or Swedish kronor depending on the destination. The site is available in English and French. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Apple Pay, Diners Club, Discover, Google Pay, Klarna, Maestro, Mastercard, PayPal, Shop Pay, UnionPay and Visa.

Family testimonials

The site features reviews from mothers describing how they use the device in everyday situations: sending quick messages without distractions, giving children without a phone more independence, supporting children with separation anxiety or staying in touch when parents cannot pick them up at the expected time. The testimonials come from families with children aged between 7 and 10.