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ParentProof vs Pluckeye
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.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2
ParentProof combines app, website, and screen-time controls across Android, Windows, and macOS. Check device compatibility and the Android setup requirements before choosing it; plan prices were not shown.
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Free plan AndroidLinuxMac+1
Pluckeye offers detailed blocking, scheduling, and accountability tools at no cost. Its setup demands time, and its delayed changes and removal are important constraints to consider.
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| ParentProof | Pluckeye | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Sliding scale subscription: $7.50 a month |
| Plans published | None | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | parentproof.com | pluckeye.net |
| On parental control apps | #20 of 107 | #24 of 107 |
ParentProof: what it does well
- Web dashboard works on phones and computers
- Android apps use an allow-only model
- Android and macOS offer detailed time controls
- Remote Android pause shows confirmation
- No message-content collection stated
What to know first
- Children’s iPhones and iPads are unsupported
- Amazon Fire tablets and Linux desktops are unsupported
- Android setup may require a factory reset
- Web filtering has stated bypasses
Pluckeye: what it does well
- Free plan includes all features.
- Schedules sites and whole-internet blocking periods.
- Accountability partners can view allowed sites.
- Supports Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows.
What to know first
- Setup takes time and has a steep learning curve.
- Changes and uninstalling are delayed.
- iOS, Chrome OS, and Windows Mobile are unsupported.
- Free individual technical support is not guaranteed.
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