The Start in Bremen
The idea: Make children reachable – without a smartphone.
Our History
The watch we
were looking for
for ourown children.The watch we
were looking for
for ourown children
The only German manufacturer of children's smartwatches. Based in Bremen since 2016, now in its 6th generation.
Why we do this
There had been nothing for a long time
in between.There had been nothing for a long time
in between.
No device, or just the entire internet – families haven't had more choice in a long time. So we built what was missing.
So farWhat makes anio different
Many devices thrive on attention.
Our watch gains nothing when your child looks at it. No push notifications, no feeds.
Smartphones are a distraction in class.
School mode locks the screen, and there is no camera. That is why the Anio is allowed in many schools.
Ban mobile phones – or just allow everything.
Guide instead of forbidding: Anio grows with your child—from the learning clock to the mobile phone license.
Behind
Pilot. Father. Founder.Pilot. Father.
Founder.
Jan-Michael Wolff – everyone calls him Michel – has been flying as a pilot for over 20 years and is a father himself.
He couldn't find a watch for his daughter that he felt comfortable entrusting her data to. So he founded Anio in 2016.
Our mission
Why Anio exists.Why Anio exists.
More freedom for children.
Peace of mind for parents.
That is the idea behind Anio.
Milestones
Our flight path
since 2016.Our flight path
since 2016.
Started in Bremen. Since then, always one step further.
Six Generations
From the first watch with buttons to the touchscreen.
Today · 100,000+ Families
In Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
100,000+
Families
already use Anio – in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
German manufacturer and secure connection
German manufacturer
Developed & supported in Germany
Server in Germany
GDPR-compliant
Location data
Stored for 14 days
Allowed at school
School mode with quiet times
Without camera & games
No distraction, no risk
Anio on social media
Real experiences.
Be part of it.
First days of school, little adventures, helpful tips – that’s what we share on our channels. Share your moment with #proudtowalkalone.
Everyday Life & Family
Real moments.
Real families.
Insights into our everyday life with Anio 7 – shared by real families.
Tips & Everyday Life
Briefly explained.
Immediately tried out.
Useful tips, features, and everyday situations – in short videos.
Anio on Digital ParentingAnio on digitalparenting
How many media devices does a child need – and when? Leonie Lutz discusses this in her podcast "Kinder digital begleiten". Anio is a partner, and founder Michel was also a guest.
Good questions. Honest answers.
The things parents really ask us — before they order.
Does my child need their own mobile phone?
The Anio works completely independently with its own SIM card. You’re the only one who needs the app—on your phone.
What ongoing costs are involved?
Mobile phone plan only. With the Bling plan, that’s €5 a month for 2 GB, cancellable monthly. You can also use any other mobile phone plan. The watch is not eSIM-compatible.
How long does setup really take?
Insert a compatible nano-SIM, install the Anio app, and follow the illustrated setup instructions in the Help Center. Have your mobile plan login details ready.
Does Grandma need an app to call?
No. Saved contacts can call the watch's own phone number from a smartphone or landline. You use the Anio app to manage the watch.
Who can turn off tracking?
Only you can turn off location in the Anio app. Your child cannot change this setting.
Where is my child’s data stored?
Your child's data is stored on servers in Germany. Location data is deleted after 14 days.
What happens if the watch falls into the puddle?
The Anio 6 is waterproof to IP68. Dry it before charging and follow the water and care instructions in the user manual.
For your child's next
step.
Two watches. Perfect for your everyday life.
Anio 6
The kids' smartwatch
with a SIM card – for children
aged 5–10.
Anio 3
Still too small for a smartwatch? Then how about
the time first.
Teaching Clock
Any questions?
Personally available.
Clear. Solution-oriented.
With us, you won't end up on hold with someone abroad. Our support team is based in Bremen, knows every watch inside out, and will stay in touch until your issue is fully resolved.