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Apple Screen Time vs Keepy

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Apple Screen Time

Parenting

Apple's built-in parental controls for iOS and Mac

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Keepy

Parenting

The family keeper for precious memories

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Apple Screen Time parental controls require setting up Family Sharing and a Child Account rather than working standalone; Keepy limited offline functionality requires internet connectivity for uploads and viewing
  • They diverge on capability: Apple Screen Time covers Screen time tracking, Keepy covers Photo capture.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Apple Screen Time and Keepy actually diverge.

Attributes where Apple Screen Time and Keepy differ
AttributeApple Screen TimeKeepy
Pricing modelfreeUnknown
PlatformsIos, Ipados, MacosWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20162013

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Apple Screen Time

  • Screen time tracking
  • App limits
  • Downtime scheduling
  • Content filtering
  • App restrictions
  • Communication limits
  • Purchase controls
  • Family Sharing management

Only in Keepy

  • Photo capture
  • Voice recordings
  • Video capture
  • Family sharing
  • Grandparent access
  • Print products
  • Timeline view
  • Cloud backup

Both cover

  • Cloud deployment
  • Ios support
  • English language support
  • Spanish language support

What people use each for

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

Apple Screen Time

  • Screen time managementnot Keepy
  • Content filteringnot Keepy
  • Device controlnot Keepy
  • Family safetynot Keepy

Keepy

  • Preserving artworknot Apple Screen Time
  • Family memory keepingnot Apple Screen Time
  • Sharing with grandparentsnot Apple Screen Time
  • Creating keepsakesnot Apple Screen Time

Where each one falls short

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

Apple Screen Time

  • Parental controls require setting up Family Sharing and a Child Account rather than working standalone

Keepy

  • Limited offline functionality requires internet connectivity for uploads and viewing
  • Free tier allows only 31 memories per month, which limits casual users and content preservation
  • Artkive has higher user ratings (4.8/5 vs 4.5/5) and specialized focus on artwork preservation
  • No desktop application, limited to web and mobile app access

Pricing, plan by plan

Apple Screen Time

Free
  • Included with iOS/macOSFree
    • Screen time limits
    • App restrictions
    • Content filtering

Keepy

Free
  • Forever FreeFree
    • Up to 31 memories per month
  • Premium$1.99/month
    • Up to 101 memories per month
    • Voice and video stories

Which should you pick?

Choose Apple Screen Time if

  • You need screen time tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Ipados, Macos.
  • You also want app limits.
Apple Screen Time review

Choose Keepy if

  • You need photo capture.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want voice recordings.
Keepy review

Questions people ask

Is Apple Screen Time or Keepy better?
Neither clearly leads. Apple Screen Time starts at Free and Keepy at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Apple Screen Time or Keepy?
Apple Screen Time starts at Free and Keepy at Free.
Does Apple Screen Time or Keepy run on more platforms?
Apple Screen Time runs on Ios, Ipados, Macos. Keepy runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Apple Screen Time for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Apple Screen Time best used for?
Apple Screen Time is most often used for screen time management, content filtering, device control, family safety. Of those, screen time management and content filtering are not what Keepy is typically brought in for.
What can Apple Screen Time do that Keepy cannot?
Apple Screen Time covers Screen time tracking, App limits, Downtime scheduling, Content filtering. Keepy covers Photo capture, Voice recordings, Video capture, Family sharing. Both handle Cloud deployment, Ios support, English language support, Spanish language support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Apple Screen Time: Is Screen Time included with iOS at no additional cost?

Screen Time is included with iOS as a built-in parental control feature. There is no additional cost beyond the iOS operating system.

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Keepy: What is Keepy's pricing?

Keepy offers Forever Free for up to 31 memories per month, Premium at $1.99/month for 101 memories, and Ultimate at $2.99/month for unlimited memories.

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Apple Screen Time: What parental control features does Screen Time provide?

Screen Time allows parents to set time allowances across app categories like Entertainment, Games, and Social Media, create schedules to control which apps are available at specific times or days, and check how children are using their devices.

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Keepy: What platforms does Keepy support?

Keepy is available as an app for iOS and Android, plus a private web portal accessible from any internet-connected device for viewing stored memories.

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Apple Screen Time: Which iOS devices support Screen Time?

Screen Time is available on iOS-compatible devices. Based on current iOS, this includes iPhone SE (2nd generation) and later, as well as current-generation models including iPhone 17.

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Keepy: Can grandparents access Keepy memories?

Yes, parents can invite grandparents and other family members as 'Fans' to view memories via email, web, or phone app, and fans can leave voice, video, or text comments on shared memories.

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Keepy: Does Keepy work offline?

Keepy requires internet connectivity to upload photos and videos of children's artwork and mementos. The platform focuses on cloud-based sharing rather than offline-first functionality.

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