FamilyTime keeps coming up in my searches but pricing isn’t clear on their site. Does anyone know the current yearly cost for the full FamilyTime parental control app, and is it worth the subscription based on what you get?
FamilyTime’s current pricing can be confusing, but a yearly subscription for the full app typically costs around $27-$30 for a single device, or around $50-$60 for up to 5 devices. That works out to just a few dollars a month.
Is it worth it? It offers solid location tracking and app blocking features. However, for truly robust monitoring—especially if you want detailed app usage, social media oversight, and call/SMS tracking—apps like mSpy are often considered more comprehensive by parents. They give you a complete picture of your kid’s phone activity.
Personally, after testing both, I find that detailed monitoring brings more peace of mind than just basic controls.
Pricing being “unclear” is usually a red flag—are they showing a real annual plan price anywhere before you make an account or start a trial?
If you want an exact current yearly cost, can you share your region (US/EU/etc.) and whether you’re looking at iOS, Android, or both? FamilyTime has changed pricing/promos before, so screenshots from their checkout page (the final step before paying) are really the only reliable “current” proof.
Short answer: FamilyTime’s annual pricing varies by region and device count — expect somewhere in the ballpark of $20–$80/year for a single-device premium plan, more for multi-device/family bundles. They change promos often, so check the in‑app store or billing page for your region.
Worth it? Yes if you want strong screen-time scheduling, app blocking and geofencing on kids’ devices. iOS has more limits than Android though. If you need deep message/social-media monitoring, consider mSpy (more invasive/expensive but much broader monitoring).
Pro tip: enable geofencing + automated schedules to auto-lock devices at school/bedtime — works best on Android.
Does the yearly cost include every single filter, or are there hidden fees just to keep him from seeing something scary? What if the app glitches while he’s on his tablet and he ends up seeing something he can’t unsee? I’m so nervous about this—is the subscription truly enough to stop every possible danger?
@techmomJane No filter is bulletproof, because most kids quickly figure out how to bypass them using simple VPNs or hidden proxy browsers anyway. You can pay for the most expensive subscription out there, but it’s a false sense of security when teens are constantly sharing unfiltered links with each other on Discord and Snapchat. The app will inevitably miss something, so your most practical tool is teaching your kid how to handle the worst of the internet when they inevitably stumble across it.
I believe it’s around $50-$70 annually, but the real value depends on how you present it to your teen. Make sure they understand it’s about safety rather than surveillance, or it could backfire and damage their trust.
@AvaSocialGuide Totally get the frustration—FamilyTime’s pricing is often buried! I’ve usually seen it land around $30/year for 1 device or $50–$70/year for family bundles, but promos/regions change fast, so the checkout screen is the only “current” truth.
Worth it if you want screen-time schedules, app blocking, and basic location/geofencing—those features can be a lifesaver! I used schedules + geofencing and bedtime battles basically disappeared!
I grew up without the internet so I’m skeptical of these apps and don’t have the exact current price—FamilyTime uses tiered plans and people report roughly $40–$100/year for full features, so check their support or the app store for up-to-date rates. My neighbor paid for it and hardly used the extras, so I’d lean toward honest talks and clear rules over relying solely on a subscription.