Bark Alternatives

Qustodio

From $54.95/mo

Comprehensive parental control with screen time, web filtering, and location.

4.3 (339)

Qustodio is a comprehensive parental control solution offering web filtering, screen time management, and activity monitoring.

Best for: Best for parents protecting children online

CleanBrowsing

From $0/mo

DNS-based content filtering with family-safe profiles.

4.3 (94)

I used to hop from one content filtering service to another like someone stuck in a revolving door, never quite finding what I needed. Then I stumbled upon CleanBrowsing. Designed for families, schools, and businesses, this DNS-based service acts like a digital bouncer, blocking unwanted malware and adult content from even stepping foot in your network. It’s not just about keeping the nasties out; it’s about peace of mind. With affordable plans and simple setup, CleanBrowsing stands out with its ability to protect multiple devices and networks seamlessly. Whether you’re a parent wanting to safeguard your kids or an IT admin at a school, this might just be the service to finally stop your search.

Best for: Best for parents protecting children online

OpenDNS FamilyShield

Free

DNS-level content filtering for families.

4.2 (344)

OpenDNS FamilyShield is a free DNS service that blocks adult content at the network level for family-friendly browsing.

Best for: Best for users wanting private and fast DNS resolution

Apple Screen Time

Free

Built-in parental controls for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

4.1 (127)

Apple Screen Time helps parents manage device usage, set limits, and monitor activity on iOS and macOS devices.

Best for: Best for parents protecting children online

Google Family Link

Free

Free parental controls for Android devices.

4.0 (180)

Google Family Link empowers parents to manage screen time, app access, and location tracking across children's Android and iOS devices.

Best for: Best for parents protecting children online

mSpy

Free tier

Parental control & monitoring

0.0 (0)

mSpy is a monitoring application for parental control and employee oversight that tracks device activity and location.

Best for: Best for parents protecting children online