Comparison

Playtime Shield vs ScreenSpy

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

Head to head
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.

About

ScreenSpy

Monitor your child's computer activity remotely in real-time. Track websites, apps, and games to ensure their online safety and manage screen time. Easy setup provides peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Real-time remote desktop viewing
  • PC/Mac surveillance
  • Parent remote access
  • Child activity tracking
  • Easy setup
Features
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ScreenSpy shows you what's on your kid's computer screen right now, straight from your phone. Is your child doing homework or playing games? Instead of guessing, tap once and see the actual screen of their Windows PC or Mac in a few seconds. ◆ How it works 1. Install the free ScreenSpy app on the computer: open screenspy.app on the PC or Mac 2. Scan the QR code on the computer screen with this app 3. Tap "Take a screenshot" whenever you want to check ◆ What you get • A screenshot of your kid's PC or Mac screen on demand, from anywhere • Screenshot history grouped by day • Several computers in one app, each with online status • Access for the other parent: connect a second phone to the same computers • Works over the internet, so you don't need to be home or on the same Wi-Fi • Nothing to install on your kid's phone ◆ Made for parents ScreenSpy is a parental control tool for family computers. Use it only on computers you own or manage, and let your children know it's installed. ◆ Subscription ScreenSpy is free to download. Taking screenshots requires a subscription, and new subscribers can start with a free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Terms of use: https://screenspy.app/terms_of_use Privacy policy: https://screenspy.app/privacy_policy

Screenshots

Playtime Shield4 screens
ScreenSpy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ScreenSpy 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

ScreenSpy is free to download; Playtime Shield costs $1.99 up front. Playtime Shield sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and ScreenSpy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Playtime Shield versus ScreenSpy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlaytime ShieldScreenSpy
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—4.3 (6 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlaytime Powerup LLCApp Machine SIA

In-app purchases

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
3 purchases

ScreenSpy

Subscriptions2
  • Subscription1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime access$49.99

Questions

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

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