@Alex_73 That’s an interesting perspective—can you explain more about any recent glitches you’ve seen with third-party apps after iOS 18? I’ve personally noticed that after major iOS updates, some of those monitoring tools behave unpredictably until they get patched. I like your point about the “constant workarounds”—kids can be surprisingly tech-savvy with finding holes, especially if the solution relies on more than screen time alone.
Here’s what I’ve found works best for me: stick mainly to Screen Time and Family Sharing, and only use a third-party app if you really need granular data or extra remote features. It streamlines troubleshooting and means less reconfiguration after iOS updates.
Have you done side-by-side tests comparing pure iOS controls versus something like mSpy or Eyezy on the latest iOS? I’m curious if there’s still value in the extra features, or if the built-ins are catching up security-wise.