Updated May 2026 · Honest, side-by-side comparison
Qustodio has been around for over a decade, but parents tell us the same things again and again: it's expensive, the iOS app is limited, and the dashboard feels dated. 3Eyes was built to fix all three.
Try a Qustodio alternative that's actually simple
3Eyes blocks YouTube, sets screen time, and includes a free AI tutor — for less than half of Qustodio Complete.
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| 3Eyes | Qustodio Complete | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $4.99/mo | $13.95/mo |
| Devices included | Unlimited | 5 (Basic) / 15 (Complete) |
| YouTube channel allowlist | Yes | No |
| Built-in AI tutor | Yes | No |
| Money skills tutorials | Yes | No |
| Blocks YouTube in incognito | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | 14 days, no credit card | 3 days |
| Sells your data | Never | See their policy |
The 3 things parents like about 3Eyes over Qustodio
1. Allowlist-first, not blocklist-first
Qustodio's default is "allow everything, block bad stuff" — which means you're always one new TikTok-of-the-week behind. 3Eyes flips it: by default sites are blocked, and your child requests approval for new ones. You spend less time playing whack-a-mole.
2. YouTube approved-channels mode
Qustodio can block YouTube entirely or allow it entirely. 3Eyes lets your child watch only the channels you approve — Khan Academy, Crash Course, National Geographic Kids — while blocking the rest. This is the #1 feature parents tell us made them switch.
3. Free voice-AI tutor included
Every 3Eyes account includes our voice-to-voice AI tutor for grades 4-5 (more grades being added). Qustodio doesn't have anything like it.
Switch from Qustodio in 5 minutes
Same blocks, half the price, an AI tutor for the kids. 14-day free trial.
Try 3Eyes Free →What 3Eyes doesn't have (being honest)
- Call & text monitoring on Android. Qustodio has this; we don't.
- 14+ years of brand recognition. We're newer.
If those are deal-breakers, stick with Qustodio. For everything else, 3Eyes is faster, cheaper, and more honest about not selling your data.
FAQ
Is 3Eyes really cheaper than Qustodio?
Yes — $4.99/mo for unlimited devices vs Qustodio Complete at $13.95/mo for 15 devices.
Can I import my Qustodio settings?
Not directly — setup takes 5 minutes per child. We're happy to help over email.
Does 3Eyes work on iPhone & Android too?
The parent app is iOS-first today. Mobile child monitoring is on the roadmap; for now we cover Windows, Mac, and Chromebook for the child's computer.
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