PapaTime vs ParentalEdge
PapaTime
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| Figure | PapaTime | ParentalEdge |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3.33/mo | $4.17/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 1 |
| Spec score · Parental control apps | 8.3 (#26) | 8.7 (#12) |
| Activity reports | Yes | Yes |
| App blocking | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | The product uses Telegram for the parent interface, Apple FamilyControls and DeviceActivity for device restrictions, Firebase for data, and Stripe for subscription billing. | Google Classroom, Vedantu, Unacademy, and Khan Academy are identified as educational apps allowed by default. |
| Location tracking | No | Yes |
| Privacy | PapaTime says it does not sell data, run advertising, or access the child’s browsing history, location, messages, microphone, or photo library. | The maker says it does not read private messages and lets users delete their data at any time. |
| Purpose | PapaTime is an iPhone and iPad parental-control app where a child manages a screen-time budget set by a parent. | ParentalEdge blocks harmful content, manages screen time, and provides parents with activity insights. |
| Screen-time schedules | Yes | Yes |
Plans
PapaTime
- Free on-deviceFree
- Managed backend monthly$4.99 a month
- Managed backend annual$39.99 a year
- Free on-device useFree
- Managed backend monthly$4.99 a month
- Managed backend yearly$39.99 a year
In their own words
ParentalEdge
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