Pricing Difference:
The Bark Phone costs $240,
paid for in installments of $10 adding to your monthly bill over 2 years (or purchased outright on Amazon). Monthly charges vary by plan – airtime is included: $29/month for the no apps starter package, $39/month for unlimited talk and texts (Wi-Fi only), $49/month for unlimited talk and texts with 4GB of data, $59/month for unlimited talk and texts with 8GB of data, and $79/month for unlimited talk and text with 35GB of premium data per month. The MMGuardian Phone starts at $229. Parental Control functions cost $9.99 per month. Adding an unlimited text and talk with 2GB data plan from your preferred airtime provider can cost as little as $8 per month.
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MMGuardian stands out with extensive web filtering, customizable app management, and superior privacy protections. Bark phones have limited app options, higher pricing, and less comprehensive monitoring which doesn’t allow parents to view all messages.
When comparing the MMGuardian phone to the Bark phone, the MMGuardian phone stands out with more comprehensive monitoring features, including the ability to view all text and social media conversations, even if deleted, and extensive control over app management and contact blocking. MMGuardian offers superior privacy by conducting image monitoring on-device rather than through third-party services, reducing potential privacy risks. Additionally, MMGuardian provides greater cost flexibility, allowing parents to choose their preferred carrier and benefit from lower monthly costs, potentially saving $503 in the first year and up to $852 in subsequent years, compared to Bark. With MMGuardian’s flexible and customizable features, superior privacy protections, and cost-effective pricing, it ensures what many parents would agree is a safer, more affordable and more controlled digital experience for their child.
MMGuardian A35 Key Features
