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Kaspersky Safe Kids vs Qustodio
Both stand on parental control apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Choose Kaspersky Safe Kids if you want web and YouTube filtering alongside screen-time controls, reports, and location alerts. The free version covers basic internet and device-use monitoring, while Premium adds location tracking and other controls. US customers should look elsewhere because Kaspersky says purchase is unavailable to them.
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Qustodio combines content controls, screen-time tools, and activity monitoring across several device platforms. Compare the device coverage and platform requirements before choosing a plan.
Visit QustodioThe facts
| Kaspersky Safe Kids | Qustodio | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium: $14.99 a year | Basic: $72.94 a year |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Qustodio |
| Website | usa.kaspersky.com | qustodio.com |
| On parental control apps | #2 of 107 | #1 of 107 |
Kaspersky Safe Kids: what it does well
- Filters website categories, custom sites, and search results.
- Lets parents review YouTube search and watch history.
- Supports app limits and device-use schedules.
- Provides GPS tracking and location alerts.
- Offers settings for three child age groups.
What to know first
- US customers cannot purchase from Kaspersky’s US product page.
- Location tracking and real-time alerts are Premium features.
- Premium plan price is unavailable for US customers.
Qustodio: what it does well
- Free version protects one device
- Includes content filtering and app blocking
- Supports screen-time schedules and internet pauses
- Offers location tracking and activity reports
- Complete covers unlimited family devices
What to know first
- Free version is limited to one device
- Basic costs $72.94 a year
- iOS calls and messages monitoring requires a computer
- Panic button and certain alerts are Android-only
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