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#2 in Parental Control AppsRunner-Up

Bark Premium

Name: Bark Premium
Brand: Bark
Rating: 9.2 (1 reviews)

Bark

$14.00

AI-powered monitoring platform that scans texts, emails, and 30+ social media platforms for signs of cyberbullying, depression, and online predators. Focuses on alerting parents to concerning content rather than restrictive blocking.

9.2

Excellent

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

9.1

User Sentiment

9.2

Value Score

8.6

Complaint Risk

9.3

Freshness

8.5

Community

8.3

Availability

9.2

Pros

AI scans 30+ apps and platforms for dangers
AI scans 30+ apps and platforms for dangers
Alerts-based approach respects teen privacy
Alerts-based approach respects teen privacy
Covers unlimited devices per child
Covers unlimited devices per child

Cons

Limited screen time management tools
Limited screen time management tools
Cannot read encrypted messages

Don't buy this if…

Bark monitors content but cannot access end-to-end encrypted apps like Signal or WhatsApp messages.
Bark monitors content but cannot access end-to-end encrypted apps like Signal or WhatsApp messages.