Supports Multiple Carriers: MMGuardian phones, which do not include an airtime plan, allow parents to choose their carrier, offering flexibility and potential savings with a low monthly subscription for parental controls. In contrast, Gabb phones come with a built-in service plan that can be more expensive over time and offer less control over service features and costs.
Download Any App:
The MMGuardian Phone allows parents to download any app from Google Play onto their child’s phone, offering greater flexibility. In contrast, the Gabb Phone limits parents to downloading specific apps from an “approved” list, restricting choices.
Parental Controls:
The MMGuardian Phone comes with a robust set of parental control options that can be adapted to the child as they get older. In contrast, the Gabb Phone has no way to limit phone usage, and children will quickly outgrow the phone as they get older. See the comparison chart below.
No Social Media Option | ||
Child Cannot Disable Location | Read More | Read More |
Allows Other Cell Service | Read More | Read More |
Automatic Location Tracking | Read More | Read More |
AI-Powered Safety Alerts | Read More | Read More |
Picture Monitoring | Read More | Read More |
Download Approved Apps | Read More | Read More |
Filtered Internet | Read More | Read More |
Limit Screen Time | Read More | Read More |
Supports Multiple Carriers | Read More | Read More |
App Block | Read More | Read More |
Contact Safelist | Read More | Read More |
Monthly Subscription Price | $9.99 per month | $24.99 per month |
Download Any Approved App on Basic Plans | Read More | Read More |
Supports 5G | ||
Storage | 128GB | 32GB to 128GB variants |
Memory (RAM) | 4GB | 3GB |
Cost Breakdown |
Phones from $229. Parental controls $9.99 per month. Cellular service from $8 per month. (We don’t offer cell phone service) Read More |
Gabb Phone $199.99. Service Plans: Monthly Plan: $24.99 per month. Note: Lowest prices require a 2-year contract; month-to-month pricing is higher. Activation Fee: $30 (one-time fee for new lines) Read More |
First Year Cost (typical) |
From $445 $216 after the 1st year. |
From $529.87 $299.88 after the 1st year. |
KEY:
Gabb Phone does not provide AI-powered safety alerts, but it offers basic monitoring and filtering for inappropriate messages and images. It lacks advanced AI capabilities for detecting and alerting parents to potential safety issues automatically.
MMGuardian offers picture monitoring capabilities, allowing parents to view photos taken and received on the child’s phone. Its AI system analyzes images for inappropriate content and alerts parents if concerning content is detected.
MMGuardian allows parents to download and approve any app from the Google Play Store. All newly downloaded apps are blocked by default until parents manually approve them.
Gabb Phone does not provide internet access, effectively preventing access to inappropriate material online. It avoids the need for internet filtering by excluding web browsing capabilities and is designed to minimize distractions and potential exposure to harmful content.
MMGuardian allows parents to choose and use any compatible cellular service provider, providing flexibility to select a plan that best fits their needs and budget.
Gabb Phone is locked to Gabb Wireless’s own cellular service. Users are required to use Gabb’s service plans and cannot switch to or use another carrier.
MMGuardian allows parents to download and approve any app from the Google Play Store. All newly downloaded apps are blocked by default until parents manually approve them.
Gabb Phone does not provide internet access at all, avoiding the need for internet filtering. It is designed to minimize distractions and exposure to harmful content by excluding web browsing capabilities, effectively preventing access to inappropriate material online.
MMGuardian offers comprehensive app-blocking capabilities, allowing parents to block specific apps, set time limits for app usage, and schedule specific times for app use.
Gabb Phone restricts downloads to a pre-approved list, ensuring only safe and essential apps are available, minimizing the need for individual app-blocking.
MMGuardian does not include an airtime plan, allowing choice of carrier and potential for significant savings. It offers tailored service plans and is a cost-effective solution with a one-time phone purchase and low monthly subscription for parental controls.
The original Gabb Phone includes a built-in service plan that can be costly over time. It simplifies the process for parents but offers less control over features and costs. Key parental controls, like curated apps and mobile data, are only available on the highest monthly plan.
MMGuardian allows parents to create a “contact safelist” so only approved contacts can communicate with the child, providing enhanced security and peace of mind.
Gabb Phone has a more limited approach, blocking suspected spam and specific numbers but lacks a comprehensive contact safelist feature, reducing overall control compared to MMGuardian.
MMGuardian’s current offering is the Samsung A15 model, providing up-to-date hardware and software features.
Gabb Phone uses the Samsung A13 as its hardware base, offering a solid, reliable smartphone platform but not as recent as the latest models used by MMGuardian.
MMGuardian offers extensive web filtering and content-blocking capabilities, allowing parents to block inappropriate web content using over 175 categories, create custom blacklists and whitelists, monitor and block apps, and set time limits and usage restrictions.
Gabb Phone allows parents to create a “contact safelist” so only approved contacts can communicate with the child, providing enhanced security and peace of mind.
MMGuardian prioritizes user privacy by handling image monitoring directly on the device, minimizing exposure to external security threats, and ensuring secure data management and protection.
Gabb Phone enhances privacy by restricting internet access and third-party apps, reducing the risk of data breaches and exposure to online threats, but limits access to some educational or entertainment content requiring internet connectivity.
When choosing a phone for your child, hardware specifications are crucial. The Samsung A15, used with MMGuardian, stands out in several aspects:
MMGuardian offers extensive web filtering and customizable app management, remote control monitoring, and feature-rich parental controls, including the ability to block specific websites and content categories.
When comparing the MMGuardian phone to the Gabb phone, MMGuardian phones stand out with greater flexibility and comprehensive parental control features. MMGuardian phones do not include an airtime plan, allowing parents to choose their carrier, offering flexibility and potential savings with a low monthly subscription for parental controls. In contrast, Gabb phones come with a built-in service plan that can be more expensive over time and offer less control over service features and costs.
MMGuardian allows parents to download any app from Google Play onto their child’s phone, offering greater flexibility. In contrast, the Gabb Phone limits parents to downloading specific apps from an “approved” list, restricting choices. Additionally, MMGuardian phones come with a robust set of parental control options that can be adapted to the child as they get older, while the Gabb Phone has no way to limit phone usage, and children will quickly outgrow the phone as they get older.
Choose MMGuardian today for a smarter, more reliable, and affordable solution for your child’s phone needs. Give your child the safest digital experience with MMGuardian. Buy now and secure their digital future!
While Gabb Phone aims to provide a safe environment for children, it does not offer parents the ability to view their kids’ text messages. This can be a significant limitation for parents who want to monitor their child’s communications for safety reasons. MMGuardian, on the other hand, allows parents to see all text messages sent and received on their child’s phone. This feature ensures that parents can intervene if they detect any inappropriate or harmful communication, providing a higher level of protection for their children.
A Gabb Phone lacks many of the advanced functionalities found in modern smartphones, such as internet access, social media apps, and advanced parental monitoring features. This limitation is intended to create a safer digital environment for young children but can be restrictive as kids grow older and need more features. MMGuardian fills this gap by providing internet safety controls, app management, and detailed activity reports. Parents can customize the phone’s capabilities to match their child’s maturity level, ensuring both safety and functionality as their child grows.
Gabb Phone is designed primarily for younger children who need basic communication capabilities without the risks associated with internet access and social media. It is generally recommended for children between the ages of 8 and 12. For parents seeking a phone with more advanced monitoring and safety features suitable for teenagers, MMGuardian offers a more comprehensive solution. MMGuardian’s extensive parental controls and monitoring options make it ideal for older children who require more robust oversight as they navigate the digital world.
While Gabb phones offer basic GPS tracking, they lack the advanced location tracking features of MMGuardian, which include real-time tracking, location history, and geo-fencing.
MMGuardian A35 Key Features