Discover the new Noise Junior Explorer 2 and Noise Junior Champ 3 smartwatches—tailor-made for kids with features focused on safety, learning, and independence. The Explorer 2 offers real-time GPS tracking, geo-fencing, 4G video calling, SOS alerts, and trusted contact auto-pickup.
The Champ 3 is built around a learning hub with quizzes, smart scheduling, and exam mode to support routines. Priced affordably in India, these kids’ smartwatches shift the narrative from control to confidence. Learn how each model empowers children while easing parents’ concerns.
In a bold move to deepen its presence in the children’s wearables space, Noise has today launched two new entries in its junior smartwatch lineup: Noise Junior Explorer 2 and Noise Junior Champ 3. As parents increasingly seek technology that balances safety, learning, and autonomy for their children, these two models promise to shift the narrative around kids’ tech from restricting control to building confidence.
The Explorer 2 emphasizes location tracking and connectivity, while the Champ 3 is geared toward structured learning and healthy habits. In this article, we explore all the features, specifications, pros, cons, and pricing of the Noise Junior Explorer 2 and Noise Junior Champ 3—and help you understand which one could suit your child best.
Market Context & Brand Philosophy
Over the past few years, demand for child-friendly smartwatches has surged. Parents want to keep tabs on their children’s safety without handing them full smartphones, and kids want features like games, reminders, and social interaction.
Noise positions the Noise Junior Explorer 2 and Noise Junior Champ 3 as devices that empower children, not just constrain them. According to Amit Khatri, co-founder of Noise, the goal is to “shift the conversation around kids’ tech from control to confidence.” (As quoted in multiple product launch reports.)
y offering two differentiated models, Noise aims to address both ends of the spectrum: those who want robust safety and connectivity (Explorer 2), and those who want smart routines, educational support, and gentler supervision (Champ 3).
Noise Junior Explorer 2: Features & Highlights
he Noise Junior Explorer 2 is the more feature-rich model in this duo, focusing heavily on tracking, communication, and safety. Below are its key features:
1. Real-Time GPS Tracking & Geo-fencing
The Explorer 2 is built around real-time GPS tracking powered by a UNISOC chipset, integrated with Google Maps. This allows parents to follow their child’s location with accurate map visualisation.
Parents can also set custom geo-fenced “safe zones” such as school or home, and receive alerts when the child enters or leaves these zones.
2. 4G Telephony, Video & Voice Calls
This smartwatch supports 4G LTE connectivity, enabling two-way HD video calls and voice calls. This connectivity ensures that children can communicate in real time with parents or pre-approved contacts.
To ensure safety, the Explorer 2 supports call whitelisting—only approved contacts can call the device. Unknown numbers are blocked.
It also uses a “family chat hub” for managed interaction and supports end-to-end encryption for video calls.
An interesting feature is “bump to add a friend,” where kids can use a simple gesture to add contacts under supervision.
3. SOS, Auto-Pickup & Emergency Features
If the child faces a dire situation, pressing and holding the SOS button (for 5 seconds) triggers an alert on the parent’s phone along with location information.
Auto-call pickup from trusted contacts ensures that critical calls are answered automatically.
Furthermore, the Explorer 2 includes a “School Mode,” which silences fun features during class time while keeping safety features active in the background.
4. Build, Battery & Resistance
The watch uses a 1.4-inch TFT display for interaction.
It is rated IP68 water resistance (splash and rain-friendly, but not for full immersion).
The battery is 950 mAh, which the brand positions to last through regular usage.
Connectivity is via a SIM (compatible with major Indian networks like Airtel, Jio, Vi) inserted into the watch.
5. Parental Controls & App Integration
The Explorer 2 is controlled via the Explorer Hub app. Parents can manage contact lists, set safe zones, send reminders, and control functions remotely.
It supports contact whitelisting so that only pre-approved contacts can call or message.
6. Pricing & Availability
The Noise Junior Explorer 2 is priced at ₹5,999 in Indian markets.
It comes in color variants including “Pixel Pop” and “Arctic Frost.”
Sales channels include the official Noise Junior website (noisejunior.com), Amazon.in, and Flipkart.
Noise Junior Champ 3: Features & Highlights
While the Noise Junior Explorer 2 targets safety and connectivity, the Noise Junior Champ 3 zeroes in on learning, routines, and habit formation. Here’s what it brings to the table:
1. Built-in Learning Hub & Educational Tools
The Champ 3 includes a “Learning Hub” on the device itself, featuring educational games, flashcards (EduCards), quizzes, and interactive challenges.
Parents can upload custom EduCards via the companion app covering facts, quizzes, or activity prompts.
2. Smart Scheduler, Exam Mode & Routine Support
To instill discipline and autonomy, Champ 3 offers a smart scheduler—kids can see tasks, reminders, and daily challenges.
During exams or study time, the Exam Mode suppresses distractions by muting non-essential features, while still allowing reminders and alerts to appear.
School mode or similar silent periods help children stay focused when it matters.
3. Activity & Wellness Tracking
Champ 3 also encourages healthy living; it tracks activity, movement, rest, and wellness metrics.
4. Safety & Basic Emergency Tools
Though the Champ 3 lacks full GPS tracking (it uses Bluetooth syncing for data), it still supports storing emergency contacts and medical details in the app. That information is visible on the watch in the “Safety” section.
It includes on-device SOS functionality.
It is rated 1 ATM water resistance (splash/sweat safe, not for swimming).
5. Design, Customisation & Build
The Champ 3 features a squircle-shaped dial for comfort.
It offers removable “bumpers” in additional colours, allowing personalization.
Multiple base color variants include Black Blaze, Astro Orbit, Cotton Cloud, and Arctic Storm.
6. Parental Control & App Ecosystem
Parents manage the Champ 3 via the Noise Junior app, setting up tasks, challenges, and reward schemes.
Kids earn Noise Coins and badges for completing tasks, which can be redeemed via parent-approved incentives.
7. Pricing & Availability
The Noise Junior Champ 3 is priced at ₹2,999.
It will be sold via noisejunior.com, Amazon, and Flipkart.
Comparing Explorer 2 & Champ 3: Which One for Your Child?
Below is a side-by-side comparison to help you choose:
| Feature Category | Noise Junior Explorer 2 | Noise Junior Champ 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Core Focus | Safety, connectivity, tracking | Learning, routines, habits |
| GPS & Real-Time Location | ✔ Yes, full support | ✘ No (Bluetooth sync only) |
| Calling / Video | ✔ 4G video & voice calls, call whitelisting | ✘ No telephony; limited to app interactions |
| Learning Hub / Games | Basic apps; more safety focus | ✔ Extensive learning tools, quizzes, EduCards |
| Scheduler / Exam Mode | Basic features (School Mode) | ✔ Smart scheduler, exam mode |
| Battery / Display | 950 mAh, 1.4″ TFT | (Not publicly confirmed) |
| Water Resistance | IP68 | 1 ATM |
| Customisation | Fixed design | Removable bumpers, multiple colors |
| Price | ₹5,999 | ₹2,999 |
If your priority is real-time tracking, emergency calling, and robust safety, then Noise Junior Explorer 2 is the better option despite the higher price. On the other hand, if your focus is encouraging routines, learning, and behavior, Noise Junior Champ 3 offers excellent value with educational tools at a lower cost.
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths:
- Both models align with the philosophy of building confidence, not just enforcing constraints.
- Explorer 2 provides full connectivity and safety for peace of mind.
- Champ 3 fosters habit formation, time management, and learning without overwhelming connectivity.
- Affordable pricing for the segment (especially Champ 3).
- Parent control, across both models, ensures oversight without full intrusion.
Limitations & Considerations:
- The Explorer 2, while powerful, costs more—₹5,999 may be steep for some.
- The Champ 3 lacks GPS tracking, which means it cannot provide live location updates.
- Water resistance in both is modest (splash/sweat safe), not for swimming.
- Battery life under heavy use (video calls, GPS) might require frequent charging.
- The success of learning features in Champ 3 depends on the quality of content and adoption by children, which may vary.
Use Cases & Scenarios
Elementary School Students (Age 6–10)
For younger children, the Explorer 2 may offer peace of mind to parents—knowing they can reach their child with video calls or track their location. The Champ 3 can complement by reinforcing routine and learning, but may feel incomplete without connectivity.
Pre-teens (Age 10–13)
For older kids, the Champ 3 becomes more appealing: they are more capable of managing their schedule, tasks, and responsibilities. If they don’t require or are not ready for full telephony, the Champ 3 might be better.
Supplement to School / Tuition Use
In exam seasons, Champ 3’s exam mode is an asset: distractions are limited while reminders can still surface. This is useful regardless of parenting style.
Outdoor / Travel Use
When children travel or move independently, Explorer 2’s GPS and calling are strong assets. The Champ 3 is less useful in such contexts since it lacks real-time tracking.
