MMGuardian
8.3#3 in parental control appsFrom $59.90 a yearAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitMMGuardian vs OpenParental
OpenParental
6.9#57 in parental control appsFree planFree planAndroidSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | MMGuardian | OpenParental |
|---|---|---|
| Activity reports | Yes | Yes |
| App blocking | Yes | Yes |
| Content filtering | Yes | The documented DNS content filter uses Android VpnService and says it does not inspect traffic or use a man-in-the-middle. |
| Location tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Screen-time schedules | Yes | Yes |
MMGuardian plans
- Single Phone$5.99 a month
- Family Plan$11.99 a month
- Single Phone$59.90 a year
- Family Plan$119.90 a year
- MMGuardian Phone$229, paid once
OpenParental plans
- OpenParentalFree
Pick MMGuardian if…
It suits parents looking for filtering, screen-time schedules, and app blocking alongside reports and location tracking. Households should compare the one-device limit with the coverage stated for each plan.
Pick OpenParental if…
It may suit parents and teenagers who want overt, consent-based supervision with app limits, schedules, and activity alerts. It requires a self-hosted backend and an Android child app.