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Kidslox vs Norton Family

Kidslox logo

Kidslox

Parenting

Simple parental controls for all devices

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 Kidslox has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Kidslox one paid account controls up to 10 devices; 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: Kidslox covers Content filtering, Norton Family covers Antivirus protection.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Kidslox and Norton Family differ
AttributeKidsloxNorton Family
Starting priceFree$49.99/year
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
Founded20131991

Identical on both: platforms (Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac), 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 Kidslox

  • Content filtering
  • Website blocking
  • Schedule management
  • Usage reports
  • Multiple device support
  • Cloud services
  • Encrypted data
  • Secure servers

Only in Norton Family

  • Antivirus protection
  • Web monitoring
  • Activity reports
  • Social media monitoring
  • Custom alerts
  • Norton antivirus
  • Military-grade encryption
  • Real-time protection

Both cover

  • Screen time management
  • App blocking
  • Location tracking
  • Device manufacturers
  • Cloud deployment
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Windows support
  • Mac support
  • English language support

What people use each for

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

Kidslox

  • Parental monitoring and screen time managementnot Norton Family
  • Child device managementnot Norton Family
  • Family safety featuresnot Norton Family

Norton Family

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

Where each one falls short

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

Kidslox

  • One paid account controls up to 10 devices
  • The free trial lasts only 3 days
  • Kidslox must be installed on every device you want to control
  • Kidslox requires an internet connection to operate at all
  • The Android app requires Device Administrator, VPN, Accessibility and Location permissions to filter content, take screenshots and show location

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

Kidslox

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Screen time limits
    • Basic app blocking
    • Content filtering
  • Premium$9.99/month
    • Everything in Free
    • Location tracking
    • Advanced filtering

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 Kidslox if

  • You need content filtering.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac.
  • You also want website blocking.
Kidslox 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 Kidslox or Norton Family better?
Neither clearly leads. Kidslox 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, Kidslox or Norton Family?
Kidslox has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Kidslox and $49.99/year for Norton Family.
Does Kidslox or Norton Family run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Kidslox for free?
Yes. Kidslox has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Norton Family starts at $49.99/year.
What is Kidslox best used for?
Kidslox is most often used for parental monitoring and screen time management, child device management, family safety features. Of those, parental monitoring and screen time management and child device management are not what Norton Family is typically brought in for.
What can Kidslox do that Norton Family cannot?
Kidslox covers Content filtering, Website blocking, Schedule management, Usage reports. Norton Family covers Antivirus protection, Web monitoring, Activity reports, Social media monitoring. Both handle Screen time management, App blocking, Location tracking, Device manufacturers.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Kidslox: Does Kidslox offer a free version?

Yes, Kidslox offers free plans. A 3-day free trial is available to test Premium features.

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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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Kidslox: What is the cost of Kidslox Premium?

Specific pricing for Kidslox Premium features is not published on the website. Pricing details are available in the mobile app or by contacting Kidslox support.

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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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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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