Apple Screen Time Alternative

Best Apple Screen Time Alternative for Mac & iOS in 2025

Doesn't block web content on macOS. Kids can bypass it easily.

Join 2,500+ parents switching from Screen Time

Why Switch from Apple Screen Time to KidGuard AI?

Apple Screen Time Limitations

  • No web content filtering on macOS
  • App limits only
  • Easy to bypass (change time zone, reinstall apps)
  • No AI-based content analysis
  • Limited cross-device sync

KidGuard AI Solutions

  • System-wide blocking across ALL browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
  • 100% on-device AI - zero cloud tracking
  • Natural language controls: "Block social media after 8 PM"
  • Two-way SMS control - check status and adjust rules via text
  • Unlimited devices and kids for one price

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

mac Support

Screen Time

App limits only - no website blocking or content filtering

KidGuard AI

Full system-wide content filtering with AI

browser Coverage

Screen Time

Does not filter web content on macOS

KidGuard AI

Blocks inappropriate content across all browsers

privacy

Screen Time

Data stays on-device (good)

KidGuard AI

Data stays on-device with advanced AI filtering

natural Language

Screen Time

Manual app selection and time limits

KidGuard AI

Natural language rules: "Block gaming until homework is done"

sms Agent

Screen Time

No remote control

KidGuard AI

Full two-way SMS control - adjust rules from anywhere

pricing

Screen Time

Free

KidGuard AI

$9.99/month - pays for advanced AI and cross-browser protection

Switch from Apple Screen Time in 5 Minutes

Easy migration process. No data loss. Better protection.

1

Note your current Screen Time limits and app restrictions

2

Install KidGuard AI

3

Create natural language rules that match your Screen Time limits

4

Add web content filtering (which Screen Time can't do)

5

Keep Screen Time for additional app limits if desired (compatible)

30-day money-back guarantee. Cancel anytime.

What Apple Screen Time Users Say

"Doesn't block web content on macOS. Kids can bypass it easily."

— Common complaint from Screen Time users

KidGuard AI Solves This

We built KidGuard AI specifically to address the limitations of existing parental control apps. Our system-level HTTPS filtering works across all browsers on Mac, our on-device AI keeps your family's data private, and our natural language interface makes setup effortless.

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Early bird pricing: $79/year (reg. $99) • 30-day money-back guarantee