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FamilyAlbum vs Norton Family

FamilyAlbum logo

FamilyAlbum

Parenting

Private photo sharing for families

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Norton Family logo

Norton Family

Parenting

Comprehensive parental control from Norton Security

From
$49.99/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only FamilyAlbum has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: FamilyAlbum premium One covers only the subscriber at $2.99 a month while Premium Family and Premium Family Pro cost $5.99 and $10.99 a month respectively to cover the rest of the household; Norton Family norton Family can only be installed on a child's Windows PC, iOS or Android device, with no macOS support
  • They diverge on capability: FamilyAlbum covers Unlimited photo storage, Norton Family covers Antivirus protection.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FamilyAlbum and Norton Family actually diverge.

Attributes where FamilyAlbum and Norton Family differ
AttributeFamilyAlbumNorton Family
Starting priceFree$49.99/year
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsIos, Android, WebWeb, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac
Founded20151991

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Parenting).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in FamilyAlbum

  • Unlimited photo storage
  • Video sharing
  • Private family groups
  • Auto-generated slideshows
  • Comments & reactions
  • Growth record
  • Photo print ordering
  • Photo books

Only in Norton Family

  • Antivirus protection
  • Web monitoring
  • App blocking
  • Screen time management
  • Location tracking
  • Activity reports
  • Social media monitoring
  • Custom alerts

Both cover

  • Cloud deployment
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web support
  • English language support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

FamilyAlbum

  • Sharing family photos and videos privately with invited relativesnot Norton Family
  • Auto-generating monthly highlight videos of a child's growthnot Norton Family

Norton Family

  • Parental monitoring and child device managementnot FamilyAlbum
  • Web content filtering and screen time controlsnot FamilyAlbum
  • Location tracking and device lock capabilities for Android/iOSnot FamilyAlbum

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

FamilyAlbum

  • Premium One covers only the subscriber at $2.99 a month while Premium Family and Premium Family Pro cost $5.99 and $10.99 a month respectively to cover the rest of the household
  • Subscriptions renew automatically every month or year and the first month free trial converts to a paid plan unless cancelled at least 24 hours before it ends
  • Free tier slideshow features are capped at up to 3 photos or videos

Norton Family

  • Norton Family can only be installed on a child's Windows PC, iOS or Android device, with no macOS support
  • Windows 10 in S mode is explicitly excluded
  • Not all features are available on all supported platforms
  • Location Supervision is not available in all countries and must be activated before use
  • Video Supervision covers only videos watched on YouTube.com and does not track YouTube videos embedded in other sites or blogs
  • Mobile App Supervision shows and controls apps only on Android devices
  • The Android app relies on the AccessibilityService API to see websites viewed and to stop the child removing permissions
  • Features require the child's device to have an internet or data plan and to be turned on

Pricing, plan by plan

FamilyAlbum

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited storage
    • 11 free prints per month
    • Secure sharing
  • Premium One$2.99/month
    • Individual coverage
    • Additional premium features
  • Premium Family$5.99/month
    • All family members covered
    • Premium benefits for household
  • Premium Family Pro$10.99/month
    • Full family coverage
    • High-quality video uploads
    • Advanced tools

Norton Family

$49.99/year
  • Norton 360 Deluxe$49.99/year
    • Antivirus protection
    • Parental controls
    • Screen time limits
  • Norton 360 Premium$99.99/year
    • Everything in Deluxe
    • Location tracking
    • Advanced monitoring

Which should you pick?

Choose FamilyAlbum if

  • You need unlimited photo storage.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want video sharing.
FamilyAlbum review

Choose Norton Family if

  • You need antivirus protection.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac.
  • You also want web monitoring.
Norton Family review

Questions people ask

Is FamilyAlbum or Norton Family better?
Neither clearly leads. FamilyAlbum starts at Free and Norton Family at $49.99/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FamilyAlbum or Norton Family?
FamilyAlbum has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for FamilyAlbum and $49.99/year for Norton Family.
Does FamilyAlbum or Norton Family run on more platforms?
FamilyAlbum runs on Ios, Android, Web. Norton Family runs on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac.
Can I use FamilyAlbum for free?
Yes. FamilyAlbum has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Norton Family starts at $49.99/year.
What is FamilyAlbum best used for?
FamilyAlbum is most often used for sharing family photos and videos privately with invited relatives, auto-generating monthly highlight videos of a child's growth. Of those, sharing family photos and videos privately with invited relatives and auto-generating monthly highlight videos of a child's growth are not what Norton Family is typically brought in for.
What can FamilyAlbum do that Norton Family cannot?
FamilyAlbum covers Unlimited photo storage, Video sharing, Private family groups, Auto-generated slideshows. Norton Family covers Antivirus protection, Web monitoring, App blocking, Screen time management. Both handle Cloud deployment, Ios support, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

FamilyAlbum: Is FamilyAlbum free?

Yes. FamilyAlbum is a free, all-in-one resource to securely share family photos and videos with free unlimited storage and 11 free prints every month.

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Norton Family: How much does Norton Family cost?

Norton Family costs $49.99 per year for a single annual subscription. This is the only plan offered; there are no monthly billing or tiered options available.

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FamilyAlbum: Does FamilyAlbum have a paid tier?

Yes. FamilyAlbum Premium exists offering additional features like monthly movies and computer uploads, but specific pricing details are not disclosed on the homepage.

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Norton Family: Is there a free trial for Norton Family?

Yes, Norton Family offers a free 30-day trial. A payment method is required at sign-up and will be charged at the end of the trial unless you cancel before the trial period ends.

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FamilyAlbum: Where can I find FamilyAlbum Premium pricing?

FamilyAlbum Premium pricing details are not available on the landing page. Users must visit the dedicated Premium page or check app store listings for current pricing.

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Norton Family: What devices does Norton Family support?

Norton Family supports Windows, Android, and iOS devices. Mac is not supported for parental control features. Features include web filtering, time limits, app monitoring, location tracking, and instant device lock.

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