# Kid Security vs Device App Kidden

The clearest difference is rating: Kid Security at 4.6 against Device App Kidden's 4.0. Kid Security also leads on ratings volume (327 vs 41). Device App Kidden's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 21) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kid Security sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Device App Kidden asks for nothing beyond the download.

Kid Security holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kid Security has 327 ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Kid Security ships an update every 3 weeks, Device App Kidden every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kid Security | Device App Kidden |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (327 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kid-security-parental-control/id1450358983/reviews)** | [4.0 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-app-kidden/id6760188182/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **327** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | 62.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 170 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KIDS SECURITY, TOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200281331) | [APPLYFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811605125) |

## What reviewers say

### Kid Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kid-security-parental-control/id1450358983)

This app provides advanced GPS tracking and parental monitoring tools to ensure your child's safety. It offers real-time location tracking, safe zone alerts, movement history, and a secure family messenger with a task and reward system.

**Highlights:** Family GPS locator, Geofencing with safe zone alerts, Movement history tracking, Secure family messenger, Task assignment and rewards, Loud alarm on child's device, Messenger monitoring

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parental control app: Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Parental controls: Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium+Online listening 7 day | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Parental controls: Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited live wiretapping | $19.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Premium (trial) | $23.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited live wiretapping | $29.99 | per month |
| Premium + Online listening | $29.99 | per month |
| Parental control app: Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Family locator Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Parental control app Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Parental control app Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium + Online listening | $99.99 | per year |
| Premium + Online listening | $99.99 | per year |
| 30 minutes online recording | $0.99 | one-time |
| 180 minutes online recording | $3.99 | one-time |
| Parental control app - 50% off | $19.99 | one-time |
| Parental Control Forever | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📍 Accurate geolocation tracking
- 😌 Peace of mind for parents
- 📱 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Good for general monitoring
- ✨ Smooth app performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Does not work on iPhone (frequently reported)
- 💸 Paid features not working
- 🚫 Inability to block apps
- 📉 Incomplete message monitoring
- ⏳ Location updates are delayed

**Reported bugs**

- Location not updating
- Messages not showing
- App crashes or closes unexpectedly
- GPS not staying on
- Notifications for geofence are inaccurate

**Requested features**

- Improve iPhone compatibility
- More free listening minutes
- Allow listening to audio messages
- Include call log history
- Better payment options (e.g., Pix)


### Device App Kidden

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-app-kidden/id6760188182)

This companion app works with a parent control app to manage device usage. It allows parents to set screen time limits, restrict apps, and ensure a safer digital experience for children. The app runs discreetly in the background, clearly indicating when controls are active.

**Highlights:** Guided screen time limits, App and content restrictions, Transparent parental control indication, Lightweight and stable background operation, Privacy-focused design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kid Security free?

Kid Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Device App Kidden free?

Device App Kidden is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Kid Security or Device App Kidden?

Kid Security is rated higher. Kid Security averages 4.6 out of 5 from 327 ratings, while Device App Kidden averages 4.0 from 41 ratings.

### Do Kid Security or Device App Kidden have ads?

Kid Security shows ads; Device App Kidden does not.

### Which is updated more often, Kid Security or Device App Kidden?

Kid Security ships an update every 3 weeks, and Device App Kidden every 4 weeks. Most recently, Kid Security was updated on October 17, 2026 and Device App Kidden on October 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*