Alright, parents, if you're looking to keep tabs on your kids' devices, you've probably come across ClevGuard. But with four different apps—KidsGuard, KidsGuard Pro, KidsGuard for WhatsApp, and KidsGuard for LINE—things get complicated. You can monitor devices and social media, but you're juggling apps. Wouldn't it be easier if everything came bundled into one? Yeah, I thought so too!
Let’s dive into what each one actually does, because there's a lot to unpack.
Think of this as your typical parental control app. You can block websites and apps, track your kid’s location, set up geofences, and even remotely lock their screen for that “put-your-phone-down-now” moment. Cool, right? But what’s missing? Screen time limits and app scheduling—things most of us need to survive parenting in 2024!
If you need to keep a tighter grip on what your kid's doing, KidsGuard Pro takes it up a notch—or five. You get full-on call and SMS monitoring, social media tracking, and even the ability to record phone conversations and take sneaky screenshots. There’s even a keylogger that tracks every keystroke. This app basically lets you be a digital detective—no Sherlock hat required. But here’s the thing: it’s stealth mode (meaning you can install it without your kid knowing), which feels a little too invasive for some parents. Honest convo with your kids? Definitely recommended here.
Got a kid who's glued to WhatsApp or LINE? Well, ClevGuard’s got dedicated apps just for those. With these, you can monitor every call, text, and media file that comes through. Is it worth the €6.78 a month just to spy on one app? That’s a question only you can answer.
ClevGuard might have some impressive features, but it’s also got some big gaps. For starters, no screen time limits—which, let’s be real, is kind of a dealbreaker for modern parenting. And what’s up with only being able to monitor onedevice per app? Big families, you’re out of luck. And let’s not forget about its restrictive money-back guarantee. If tech support can “fix” your issue, no refund for you.
KidsGuard: €3.78/month for one device.
KidsGuard Pro: €8.30/month for more intense surveillance on one device.
WhatsApp/LINE apps: €6.78/month per app, per device.
ClevGuard is a decent choice if you're laser-focused on social media monitoring and need some high-level surveillance. But if you're looking for a fully rounded parental control app that handles multiple devices, screen time management, and doesn’t require you to disable essential security features like Google Play Protect (Android users, I’m looking at you), you might want to check out competitors like Qustodio or Bark.
ClevGuard isn’t bad—it just needs some refining before it hits the top tier of parental control apps in 2024.
Bottom line: Solid for surveillance, but not so hot for traditional parental controls.