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Kidslox vs OurHome

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Kidslox

Parenting

Simple parental controls for all devices

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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OurHome

Parenting

Chores, rewards, and family organization

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: Kidslox covers Screen time management, OurHome covers Chore assignment.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Kidslox and OurHome actually diverge.

Attributes where Kidslox and OurHome differ
AttributeKidsloxOurHome
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, Windows, MacIos, Android, Web
Founded20132017

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), 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 Kidslox

  • Screen time management
  • App blocking
  • Content filtering
  • Location tracking
  • Website blocking
  • Schedule management
  • Usage reports
  • Multiple device support

Only in OurHome

  • Chore assignment
  • Points system
  • Custom rewards
  • Grocery lists
  • Shared calendar
  • Meal planning
  • Recurring tasks
  • Progress tracking

Both cover

  • Cloud deployment
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • English language support
  • Spanish 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 OurHome
  • Child device managementnot OurHome
  • Family safety featuresnot OurHome

OurHome

  • Chore managementnot Kidslox
  • Teaching responsibilitynot Kidslox
  • Family organizationnot Kidslox
  • Grocery shoppingnot 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

OurHome

Nothing recorded yet. See the OurHome review.

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

OurHome

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Chore management
    • Points & rewards
    • Grocery lists
  • Premium$4.99/month
    • Everything in Free
    • Unlimited households
    • Custom chore icons

Which should you pick?

Choose Kidslox if

  • You need screen time management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac.
  • You also want app blocking.
Kidslox review

Choose OurHome if

  • You need chore assignment.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want points system.
OurHome review

Questions people ask

Is Kidslox or OurHome better?
Neither clearly leads. Kidslox starts at Free and OurHome at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Kidslox or OurHome?
Kidslox starts at Free and OurHome at Free.
Does Kidslox or OurHome run on more platforms?
Kidslox runs on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac. OurHome runs on Ios, Android, Web.
Can I use Kidslox for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
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 OurHome is typically brought in for.
What can Kidslox do that OurHome cannot?
Kidslox covers Screen time management, App blocking, Content filtering, Location tracking. OurHome covers Chore assignment, Points system, Custom rewards, Grocery lists. Both handle Cloud deployment, Web support, Ios support, Android support.

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.

Source
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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