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Best Parental Control Apps 2026
Parental control apps give parents ways to manage a child's device use, content access and account settings. This guide covers tools for phones, tablets, computers and the web.
The list is rebuilt nightly. Review the displayed fields for free plans, starting paid prices, platform coverage, controls, reports, location tracking and device limits.
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Mobicip
Mobicip may suit guardians who want to manage children's screen time, apps, content, and location across supported devices, with shared parenting responsibilities.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 Record8.4 Visit
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OurPact
OurPact suits parents who want screen-time schedules, device blocking, location features, and content monitoring across iOS and Android devices.
AndroidiPhone & iPad Record8.2 Visit
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Qustodio
Qustodio suits families who want to set device schedules, manage app and website access, and monitor activity across supported devices.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 Record8.1 Visit
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MMGuardian
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 Record8.1 Visit
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Microsoft Family Safety
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows $129.99 a year Record7.8 Visit It suits families coordinating children’s screen time and content across Windows, Xbox, Android, and iOS.
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Bark
AndroidiPhone & iPad $49 a year Record7.7 Visit Bark filters content on Android and iOS and offers a 7-day trial.
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FamilyTime
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 $2.41 a month, billed yearly Record7.7 Visit FamilyTime may suit parents who want device controls, activity reports and location tools across supported devices.
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Bitdefender Parental Control
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $79.99 a year Record7.7 Visit Bitdefender Parental Control filters content and sets screen-time schedules for web, Windows, macOS, Android and iOS.
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Google Family Link
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Free plan Record7.6 Visit Google Family Link filters online content for children using Android devices, with apps for Android, iOS and the web.
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Safe Lagoon
Android $6.99 a month Record7.4 Visit It suits parents seeking Android-based controls for web access, screen time, location, and communications.
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KidSafe360
AndroidWeb ₹2,999 a year Record7.4 Visit KidSafe360 filters content, sets screen-time limits, controls apps and provides activity reports on Android and web.
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Wondershare FamiSafe
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $59.99 a year Record7.3 Visit It suits families seeking controls for content, apps, schedules, activity, and location.
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Apple Screen Time
iPhone & iPadMac Free plan Record7.2 Visit Apple Screen Time filters content, schedules use, blocks apps and reports activity on iOS and macOS.
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Norton Family
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $49.99 a year Record7.1 Visit Norton Family filters content, schedules screen time and blocks apps on Android, iOS, Windows, web and browser extensions.
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Net Nanny
iPhone & iPadWebWindows+1 $39.99 a year Record7.1 Visit Net Nanny filters content, schedules screen time, blocks apps and reports activity on iOS, macOS, Windows and web.
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Kidsee
AndroidiPhone & iPad — Record7.0 Visit Kidsee filters content, sets screen-time schedules and blocks apps across Android and iOS phones.
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Kids360
AndroidiPhone & iPad Free plan Record6.9 Visit Kids360 filters content on Android and iOS and offers free access with a trial.
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Kids Place
AndroidWindows $24.99 a year Record6.8 Visit Kids Place filters content and schedules screen time on Android and Windows.
Before you choose
Match the platforms in your home
Before selecting an app, verify that it supports Android, iOS, web, Windows, macOS or Linux as needed. Android and iOS appear most often in the platform comparison, while Linux support is less common.
Separate free plans from trials
A free plan can remain available without payment, whereas a trial runs for a limited period. Kaspersky Safe Kids shows both a free plan and a seven-day trial. Google Family Link and Apple Screen Time appear as no-cost tools.
Paid starting points vary by product and billing term. Microsoft Family Safety lists paid plans from $12.99 per month, while KidSafe360 lists ₹250 per month on an annual plan.
Review the controls you need
The comparison includes content filtering, screen-time schedules, app blocking, activity reports, location tracking and device limits. Match those fields to the settings you want to manage.
Check device limits and family coverage
Device limits can affect a household with several phones, tablets or computers. Review the listed device limit alongside platform support before you commit to a plan.
Read trial terms before starting
Trial periods differ by app. Kaspersky Safe Kids lists seven days, while FamilyTime lists three days. Review the app's current terms before beginning a trial.
Questions
Which device platforms matter for my family?
Android, iOS, web, Windows, macOS and Linux are included in the comparison. Check support for the devices your family uses.
How do free plans differ from free trials?
No. A free plan can continue without a paid subscription, while a trial lasts for a stated period. Kaspersky Safe Kids lists both.
Which listed tools have no-cost plans?
Google Family Link and Apple Screen Time appear as free options. Kaspersky Safe Kids shows a free plan with a seven-day trial.
Which parental-control features are compared?
The list covers content filtering, screen-time schedules, app blocking, activity reports, location tracking and device limits.
Are paid starting prices shown in one currency?
No. Starting prices may use different currencies and billing terms, such as $12.99 per month or ₹250 per month on an annual plan.
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