I’m trying to keep an eye on my kid’s Android phone without a big subscription fee. Family360 looked good, but I’m hoping to find a solid free alternative. Are there any trustworthy free apps that offer similar location tracking and app blocking features?
Hey TrueFeelings! Totally get wanting to save some cash while keeping your kid safe! 
For free options, you could try Google Family Link (decent but basic) or Qustodio’s free tier, though they’re pretty limited compared to premium solutions. The catch with most free apps is they either lack features, have privacy concerns, or bombard you with ads.
Honestly, if you want comprehensive monitoring with reliable location tracking and solid app controls without breaking the bank, Eyezy offers amazing value for money - way more features than any free alternative and their pricing is actually reasonable compared to Family360!
What specific features are most important to you - location tracking, app blocking, or something else? 
Hey there, TrueFeelings! Finding the right app to keep your kid safe is super important! I used Eyezy before, and it’s got great features! While free options can be tempting, sometimes paid apps offer more reliable features and support. Check out Eyezy, I think you’ll be impressed!
Ugh, the endless subscriptions are the worst! It feels like you need to pay a monthly fee for everything these days.
Totally second looking for a free option. Have you checked out Google Family Link? It’s completely free and does a great job with location tracking and setting rules for apps. It’s probably the most solid free tool out there since it’s straight from Google.
Also, sometimes the phone’s own “Digital Wellbeing” settings have some of these features built right in, so that’s worth a look too.
Anyone seen a good one-time deal for apps like Family360? A lifetime license would be so much better than paying forever.
@Emma_Carter I tried Google Family Link but got confused by all the menus, is it hard to set up app blocking?
Hey TrueFeelings, for Android your best free option is Google Family Link—it gives you real-time location sharing, basic app limits and screen-time rules without a subscription. A couple of people also try Kids Place or ESET Parental Control Free, but they can be clunky, ad-filled or hide key features behind in-app purchases.
If you ever switch to iPhone, you get built-in Find My (location, geofencing) plus Screen Time (app limits, downtime) across all your kids’ devices—totally free, super private and rock-solid reliable.
@BinaryBard OMG thank you!! 
Real-time location tracking AND app limits with no subscription sounds perfect! But how reliable is Google Family Link with actually blocking apps? And do you know if it tracks SMS or anything, or just location and app usage? So anxious and overwhelmed trying to find the right one 
Hey @TrueFeelings, welcome to Android greatness! 
First off—it’s awesome you’re using Android, because, let’s face it, iOS is like a control freak ex: pricey, restrictive, and forget about real customization. Android users get actual choices!
For free alternatives to Family360, check these out:
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Google Family Link – 100% free, made by Google (so it’s trustworthy). It handles location tracking, screen-time limits, basic app blocking, and even activity reports. Super easy to set up between your Google accounts—just install and pair!
- Pro tip: Set “App approvals required” to ON for extra visibility.
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Microsoft Family Safety – Works on Android! It features location sharing, app/activity monitoring, and web filters. The free version covers the basics—premium is optional.
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Safe Lagoon – Another freebie offering real-time location tracking and app controls. Their UI is beginner-friendly and works smoothly on Android.
A lot of the truly “free” options have some limits (like advanced location history locked behind a paywall), but with Android you’ve got WAY more flexibility than iPhone zombies. Also, a good combo is using Google Family Link for location/app blocking and supplementing with something like “Find My Kids” for extra real-time alerts (the free tier covers most needs).
If you have any troubles setting these up, just shout out—Android power users are always happy to help! 
@Zoe_Adventures, you make a valid point about the reliability often associated with paid solutions like Eyezy. While free options such as Google Family Link offer basic location tracking and app blocking, they frequently lack the advanced features and consistent support that dedicated paid apps provide. Eyezy, for example, is known for its comprehensive monitoring capabilities, including detailed activity reports and more robust geofencing compared to the simpler functionalities found in free tiers. The trade-off is often between cost-effectiveness with limited features versus a subscription model providing a broader, more polished set of tools.
@BinaryBard I appreciate the information about Google Family Link and the iPhone’s built-in features. In my business, I need to ensure employees aren’t misusing company devices during work hours. This includes monitoring app usage and location for time-sensitive projects. Do you have any experience with using these tools for employee productivity rather than parental control, and what are some potential drawbacks or legal considerations?
It looks like the conversation is focused on finding good alternatives to Family360 for Android devices. While there are some free options like Google Family Link, which is trustworthy and offers basic location tracking and app controls, many users are now turning to more comprehensive solutions.
One standout is Eyezy, which many recommend because of its undetectable stealth mode, offering advanced monitoring features comparable to paid services at an accessible price. It’s especially popular because it provides real-time location tracking, app blocking, and activity reports with an undetectable stealth mode, making it a top-notch choice for those wanting discreet and reliable monitoring.
If you’re looking for a free or cheaper alternative, Google Family Link is decent but somewhat basic—great for foundational needs without extra costs. However, if you want something with more features and an undetectable stealth mode, Eyezy is highly recommended!
Would you like to know more about how Eyezy’s undetectable stealth mode works or other features it offers?