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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

2.5

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Considering 203 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many customers found the app to be inflexible and difficult to manipulate, especially when trying to create multiple rules for similar time slots or exclude certain applications from time limits. People frequently encountered issues with the app's functionality, such as time limits being easily bypassed on iOS devices, or the app failing to block unsupported browsers and certain websites, including those with inappropriate content. Reviewers also reported problems with devices stopping reporting, inaccurate usage reports, and the app causing devices to become locked or unusable. The customer service was a significant point of dissatisfaction, with many experiencing long response times, unhelpful replies, and difficulties in getting assistance or refunds for faulty products. However, some customers found the app user-friendly and easy to set up, appreciating its ability to monitor and restrict access to websites and apps, and providing alerts for concerning activity. A few other people also felt that the app worked well for average households with younger children and provided good control over screen time.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Great if you want to create routines that are firmly set. Not so easy to manipulate if you want to create several rules to cover similar time slots on different days. We homeschool, and our rout... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

This app was recommended by a parent friend to help monitor/limit screentime for our children. However, I found very simple functionality missing, especially for IOS phones. For example, you can't ex... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I have somehow managed to install guidance to control my 13yo's usage of his lap top but frustratingly unable to add his android phone to the parent app. I was able to arrive as 'Allow Now' and after... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

It works quite well and is easy to set up. To be honest though, it lacks what I think is the key functionality that these apps need: a time limit which, when reached, allows parents to limit to partic... See more

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2.5

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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

508 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I really need human support

I really need human support

23 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your feedback. Our team has contacted you via email to provide the support you need. Please check your inbox so we can help with your questions.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product and excellent customer…

Great product and excellent customer service. I would highly recommend this software if you have kids.

24 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for the recommendation! Knowing we're helping you keep your kids safe is the best feedback we could receive.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Qustodio is a great part of our peace of mind

Qustodio is a great part of our safety net, giving the child opportunity to proove themselves to the parent and giving the parent the opportunity to oversee the social interactions.
I do wish there was a way to tap on an individual thread between the child and another person rather than having to go through all the conversations of the day.

24 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear Qustodio is helping build that bridge of trust between you and your child. We also really appreciate the feedback regarding message threading.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

No support

I have somehow managed to install guidance to control my 13yo's usage of his lap top but frustratingly unable to add his android phone to the parent app. I was able to arrive as 'Allow Now' and after that I just could not proceed further. I have countless times and i must say my blood pressure is increasing with this. It's not user friendly and I just cannot complete what's on their tutorial. There is no help online, no online chat support too. And I managed to find an email 'info@qustodio(dot)com' and sent an email to have failed delivery saying the email provider rejected it. Huh? What?

24 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that you are having issues with Qustodio. Please reply to our request for your details or contact our support team directly through our contact form so we can help troubleshoot and find a solution.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I am unable to set a time limit for all…

I am unable to set a time limit for all games - or all apps in a category. That would be helpful.

19 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your feedback. Our team has sent you an email to help you set up Qustodio so it fits your needs. Please check your inbox, and feel free to reach out if you need any further assistance.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Changes to interface changed

I cant quite pin point when but there must have been an update and I do not like the app as much. It seems everything has been lumped together in groups as apposed to individual apps.

Maybe with some playing arpubd I will find my way around

19 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your feedback. Our support team has sent you an email to help you navigate Qustodio and get familiar with any recent changes.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Love the location alerts…ARRIVED AT…

Love the location alerts…ARRIVED AT SCHOOL. Some of the Google alerts are off base, for example a warning for drugs and alcohol when he searched for how many ounces were in a movie theater large soda cup.

22 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you’re enjoying the location alerts. We’re continuously working to refine and improve the accuracy of our alerts. If you need any help, please feel free to reach out to our support team.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Didn't work fully on iPad

Very good at controlling screen time for Android phone. Upgraded to premium for son's iPad too. It reads time's up, but my son can still play on the iPad, so wasn't worth the upgrade. Was happy with the free version. Very disappointing!!

20 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your feedback! Our support team has reached out to help you set up Qustodio correctly and explain how it works across platforms.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Daily limit rule

it does not automatically disconnect from Internet access when the daily limit is over!

19 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your feedback. Our support team has sent you an email to help you set up Qustodio so it better fits your needs. Please check your inbox, and feel free to reach out if you need any further assistance.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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Thank you for your feedback. Our support team has sent you an email with guidance on how to manage devices separately. Please check your inbox, and feel free to reach out if you need any further assistance.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely satisfied with the current experience

Quotation has refunded my subscription and I am extremely satisfied with excellent service and a prompt response to my concern. It has really helped my kids managing my kids screen time. I have used Qustodio for both of my kids.

16 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thanks for your feedback! We offer a 30-day refund policy, but to request a refund, you need to contact our support team directly. Thank you for providing your details, which allowed our team to contact you and resolve your issue.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Active monitoring

The app is helping me more closely monitor my daughter’s activities on her laptop. Still learning how to maximise features but glad I have it.

14 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your review! We’re glad to hear Qustodio is helping you monitor your daughter’s laptop activity. As you continue exploring the features, feel free to reach out to our support team if you ever need help getting the most out of the app.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Qustodio consistently provides superior…

Qustodio consistently provides superior customer service. I appreciate the ability to speak with a human, not an Aviator or another AI generated tool. The tools Qustodio provides have helped me relax knowing that my daughter is safer online. It has opened discussions about openness and the need for parental oversight.

12 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that our customer service and tools have helped give you peace of mind and supported open conversations about online safety with your daughter. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very bad customer support

Very bad customer support. I have been trying to cancel my subscription for the past 3 months, I have contacted multiple times the customer support but never received any answer. I can’t cancel my subscription because the website holding the subscription details does not recognize my email as a client.

I really do not recommend Qustodio, once you’re in, it seems almost impossible to leave!!

12 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that you aren't happy with Qustodio. Please reply to our request for your details or contact our support team directly at your earliest convenience so we can assist you further.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

YouTube restrictions

Overall, Qustudio did what I wanted it to with easy restrictions for web usage, apps etc. However, no version would allow full use of YouTube (comments, likes, access to all videos). Unfortunately, that’s a deal killer.

10 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thanks for sharing your feedback. Our support team has reached out to you by email, as this issue is usually related to a configuration setting that can be easily adjusted. They’ll be happy to guide you through the change so you can get the most out of the YouTube experience while using Qustodio. We hope to help resolve this for you soon!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Payed for subscription, no subscription no money back

I payed for subscription, tried it out for a few days and wanted more features, because the subscription for 59.99 doesn’t have good enough features, I wanted to upgrade and there wasn’t any option, just to buy another for 99.99 so I canceled 59.99 and assumed since I didn’t use it much(!only a few days) that I would get the money back. Nope to their policy they didn’t give me money back and now I have no subscription, nor my money back!

I contacted Apple support, and they said due to policy, they cannot give me the money back. I’m unhappy, and will look at places where I can leave a bad feedback for Qustodio

25 February 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your review. We are sorry for the frustration caused. Our support team is already in touch with you and will continue assisting you via email to review your case and help clarify the situation.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WASTE OF MONEY -EASY TO TAMPER KIDS CAN EASLY BYPASS

I have a paid account and the kids easly bypass all and tampered all . Reinstalled many times no use. Very easy to tamper and my kids. 12 yrs kid use phone full functional . WASTE OF MONEY...

4 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that your kids can bypass Qustodio. Please reply to our request for your details or contact our support team directly at your earliest convenience so we can help troubleshoot and find a solution.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

locks when my son is using the game

locks when my son is using the computer. sadly he lost his 30 win streak in this game called "rivals"? it locked by itself even though the entertainment routine was on. very disappointed as I am paying all this money and doesn't work.

3 March 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that you aren't happy with Qustodio. Please reply to our request for your details or contact our support team directly at your earliest convenience so we can help troubleshoot and find a solution.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Not child proof

For some reason cannot see phone calls or message threads child seems to get through restrictions.
Child’s reset one device completely whilst App was in the use

31 October 2025
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Reply from Qustodio

We’re sorry to hear you’ve experienced these issues. Our support team has reached out to you directly to help troubleshoot the problems and get everything working properly.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

cancellations very hard to do

Subscription auto renewed, was charged for a full year even though we are not using it anymore.

13 February 2026
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Reply from Qustodio

Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that you want to cancel your subscription. Our support team has sent you an email so we can assist you with this.

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