Comparison

iSafeCharge+ vs Playtime Shield

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iSafeCharge+

Transform your device into a robust anti-theft alarm. It alerts you if your phone is moved or unplugged while charging. Features include intruder photos and adjustable sensitivity for maximum security.

Highlights
  • Motion detection alarm
  • Charger unplug alert
  • Intruder photo capture
  • Adjustable sensitivity
  • Force max volume siren
  • Background protection
Features
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**iSafeCharge - Phone Security Alarm** • Turn your iPhone into a powerful anti-theft alarm. Whether you're charging at a café, studying at the library, or just keeping your phone safe at home – iSafeCharge has you covered. ** Three Protection Modes:** • Motion Detection – Alerts you when someone picks up or moves your phone • Cable Detection – Triggers if someone unplugs your charger (also detects power outages!) • Both – Maximum protection with motion AND cable monitoring **Smart Features:** • Intruder Photos – Automatically captures photos when someone unlocks your phone to stop the alarm • Adjustable Sensitivity – Fine-tune motion detection to prevent false alarms • Force Max Volume – Siren plays at full volume even if your phone is muted • Works in Background – Protection continues even when screen is locked • Battery Indicator – See your charge level at a glance **Perfect For:** • Charging in public places • Protecting your phone on your desk • Monitoring power outages overnight • Catching nosy friends or family! * Simple to use: just tap ARM and walk away. Only you can stop it by unlocking your phone.

About

Playtime Shield

Features
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Playtime Shield is a cutting-edge app designed for iPhone and iPad, tailored specifically for parents seeking to create a safe and controlled digital environment for their children. This intuitive app empowers parents to selectively manage app usage by setting up personalized profiles, each with distinct access permissions. The ingenious design allows for three separate lists within each profile: one for apps that are always off-limits, another for those that are perpetually permitted, and a third for apps allowed for use only within pre-set time frames. Out of the box, Playtime Shield provides one profile, which can be expanded to an unlimited number with a simple, one-time in-app purchase, ensuring that each child’s experience is uniquely catered to their needs and the parent's peace of mind. In addition to its robust profile management system, Playtime Shield boasts seamless voice command integration, allowing for the swift activation of any profile with just a phrase such as "Activate Playtime Shield!" This feature not only adds a layer of convenience but also enhances the interactive experience for both parents and children. The app’s commitment to a user-friendly interface ensures that parents can effortlessly navigate through settings, making the digital playground as safe and enjoyable as possible for their little ones. With Playtime Shield, parents can share their devices with their children worry-free, confident in the knowledge that their device is safeguarded against unsuitable content and excessive usage.

Screenshots

iSafeCharge+4 screens
Playtime Shield4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iSafeCharge+ at Free against Playtime Shield's $1.99. On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

iSafeCharge+ is free to download; Playtime Shield costs $1.99 up front. iSafeCharge+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Playtime Shield sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
iSafeCharge+ versus Playtime Shield: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriSafeCharge+Playtime Shield
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.3 (81 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings81 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApp4Life Sweden ABPlaytime Powerup LLC

Bugs and requests

iSafeCharge+

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Motion sensor not working when phone is locked
  • Alarm continues to ring even after closing the app
  • Alarm cannot be turned off without shutting down the phone
  • Motion sensor does not trigger alarm when phone is locked
  • Alarm does not stop when cable is re-plugged
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  • Alarm can be muted by pressing volume buttons
  • App does not work with Apple battery cases
  • Alarm can be bypassed by opening the camera and recording a video
  • Alarm can be turned off by lowering the volume
  • Motion sensor function is unresponsive
  • Alarm continues to sound after unplugging the cable
  • Alarm cannot be stopped by swiping
  • App makes fraudulent charges without consent
  • App collects user data (www google com, app-measurement, googleads doubleclick)

Requested features

14 requests
  • Allow changing alarm volume
  • Add sound for full charge
  • Add voice control for alarm
  • Add option for calmer alarm sounds
  • Add a passcode or other method to turn off alarm
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  • Add timer until fully charged
  • Add light and dark mode
  • Add different alarm settings
  • Add manual safe charge setting
  • Add option to start app automatically when charger is connected
  • Display battery percentage
  • Upgrade logo
  • Add instruction manual
  • Disable volume controls when phone is locked

Playtime Shield

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iSafeCharge+

One-time1
  • Remove ads$0.99
4 purchases

Playtime Shield

One-time4
  • Multiple Custom Profiles$0.99
  • Time-Restricted App Usage$0.99
  • Family-Wide Multiple Profiles$1.99
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  • Family-Wide Timed Apps Usage$1.99

Questions

Is iSafeCharge+ free?
iSafeCharge+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Playtime Shield free?
Playtime Shield costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do iSafeCharge+ or Playtime Shield have ads?
Neither iSafeCharge+ nor Playtime Shield shows ads.

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