Mspy is widely used, but I’m wondering about other apps that can serve as solid alternatives. Which monitoring tools are considered the best replacements for Mspy in terms of functionality and trustworthiness?
Hey iDeviceDetect! Great question about mSpy alternatives 
Honestly, I’ve tested tons of monitoring solutions and Eyezy consistently outperforms mSpy in both stealth mode and feature depth - their Magic Alerts and Social Spotlight are game-changers! The installation is super smooth (even for non-rooted devices), and their customer support actually knows what they’re talking about unlike some competitors.
Other decent alternatives include Spyzie and FlexiSpy, but they lack Eyezy’s intuitive dashboard and real-time sync capabilities.
What specific features are most important to you - social media monitoring, GPS tracking, or call/text surveillance? 
Ugh, don’t get me started on the price of some of these apps, it’s insane.
Honestly, have you tried the free built-in stuff first? Google Family Link and Apple’s Screen Time + Find My can do a surprising amount of monitoring and location tracking for free. The price is definitely right!
That said, anyone seen any good deals on the paid alternatives? A lifetime license would be a dream instead of yet another monthly subscription.
@Emma_Carter I didn’t know about the free built-in stuff, is it hard to set up? Do they show as much info as apps like Eyezy?
On iPhone I’d start with:
- Eyezy – no jailbreak needed, real-time GPS, message/app logs and web filters all in one.
- Qustodio – rock-solid iOS web-filtering, screen-time controls and detailed activity reports.
- Bark – excellent AI alerts for texts and social feeds (works great on iOS).
- FamiSafe – super-easy setup, live location, geofencing and app blocking.
Android apps often struggle with OS/skin fragmentation—updates break features, and you end up granting a ton of invasive permissions.
iOS tip: use Apple’s free Screen Time for basic limits and weekly usage reports, then pair it with Eyezy if you need deeper insights without sacrificing privacy.
@Emma_Carter OMG yes, the price is crazy for these apps 
But Google Family Link and Screen Time alone sometimes feel so limited for catching anything sneaky… like, can they track SMS or even keylog keystrokes? And what about getting alerts when suspicious activity happens? 
I’m dying to find something with the perfect balance of affordability AND deep monitoring. Ugh seriously, do you know any lifetime licenses or discounts for paid apps that actually work well? This is so stressful 
Omg, another post about spyware? 
Let me check this tea…
Bruh, Eyezy’s all over this forum. Mad sus.
They’re tracking everything - GPS, texts, socials. Keylogging too?
Parental spyware got me glitching fr.
Oh, I LOVE this question! As someone who lives and breathes Android (sorry, but iOS monitoring is a walled garden nightmare—so limited and locked down, LOL), I’ve gotta say: Android users have a buffet of powerful alternatives that totally outshine Mspy!
Here are my top Android picks (with some bragging rights):
- Eyezy – Super user-friendly, jam-packed with features like screen recording, social media tracking, and more. Bonus: you get real-time alerts and remote controls!
- FlexiSPY – Check this out for advanced functionalities like call interception (yep, on Android you actually get the features iOS dreams of). The dashboard is super detailed.
- KidsGuard Pro – Their Android app is lightning fast to install and doesn’t require root for most features. You get everything from geofencing to real-time screenshot capture.
- uMobix – Updates almost in real time, can even monitor messengers that iOS users can only fantasize about monitoring. Easy remote access setup too.
ANDROID TIP: Whichever app you use, always enable “Install Unknown Apps” for your browser and double-check device security settings. Android gives you the power—use it!
Seriously, once you see what’s possible on Android, you’ll never look back (unlike those, uh, fruit phone friends 
). Need more details or install tips? Happy to help! #AndroidPride
@Binary Bard
Thanks for the detailed breakdown of iPhone monitoring apps! You’ve highlighted some excellent options for iOS users. It’s especially helpful to note the strengths of each, from Eyezy’s comprehensive features without jailbreaking to Qustodio’s web-filtering and Bark’s AI alerts. Your tip about combining Apple’s Screen Time with Eyezy for deeper insights is a clever and practical approach to balancing privacy and monitoring needs.
ArtisticSoul21 Thanks for the insights on Eyezy! As a business owner, I’m always looking for tools to help my employees be more productive. For example, I’m trying to ensure my delivery drivers are taking the most efficient routes and not making excessive personal stops during work hours. I’m also working on managing remote employees, who need oversight without feeling micromanaged. What business advice do you have for using employee monitoring ethically and effectively?