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Norton Family vs Qustodio

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Norton Family

Parenting

Comprehensive parental control from Norton Security

From
$49.99/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Qustodio

Parenting

The best parental control app for families

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Qustodio has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Norton Family norton Family can only be installed on a child's Windows PC, iOS or Android device, with no macOS support; Qustodio monitoring requires installing a separate Kids App on each child device in addition to the parent app
  • They diverge on capability: Norton Family covers Antivirus protection, Qustodio covers Web filtering & blocking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Norton Family and Qustodio differ
AttributeNorton FamilyQustodio
Starting price$49.99/yearFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, Windows, MacWeb, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Kindle
Founded19912012

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 Norton Family

  • Antivirus protection
  • Web monitoring
  • App blocking
  • Screen time management
  • Activity reports
  • Custom alerts
  • Norton antivirus
  • Device manufacturers

Only in Qustodio

  • Web filtering & blocking
  • Screen time limits
  • App blocking & control
  • Calls & SMS monitoring
  • YouTube monitoring
  • Panic button
  • All major browsers
  • Social media platforms

Both cover

  • Location tracking
  • Social media monitoring
  • Cloud deployment
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

Norton Family

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

Qustodio

  • Blocking apps and inappropriate web content on a child's devicenot Norton Family
  • Setting screen time limits and screen-free periods for childrennot Norton Family
  • Tracking a child's location and getting arrival and departure alertsnot Norton Family

Where each one falls short

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

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

Qustodio

  • Monitoring requires installing a separate Kids App on each child device in addition to the parent app
  • The Android kids app requires Device Administrator, Accessibility and VPN permissions to filter content and prevent uninstall
  • Web content filtering works by running a VPN service on the child's device
  • On Huawei devices battery-saving mode must be disabled for Qustodio to work
  • The product is available in only eight languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Japanese and Chinese
  • Coverage is limited to Windows, Mac, iOS, Kindle and Android devices

Pricing, plan by plan

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

Qustodio

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 device
    • Basic web filtering
    • Daily activity reports
  • Small Plan$54.95/year
    • 5 devices
    • Advanced web filtering
    • App controls
  • Medium Plan$96.95/year
    • 10 devices
    • All Small features
    • Family locator
  • Large Plan$137.95/year
    • 15 devices
    • All Medium features
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Norton Family if

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

Choose Qustodio if

  • You need web filtering & blocking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Kindle.
  • You also want screen time limits.
Qustodio review

Questions people ask

Is Norton Family or Qustodio better?
Neither clearly leads. Norton Family starts at $49.99/year and Qustodio at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Norton Family or Qustodio?
Qustodio has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $49.99/year for Norton Family and Free for Qustodio.
Does Norton Family or Qustodio run on more platforms?
Norton Family runs on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac. Qustodio runs on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Kindle.
Can I use Qustodio for free?
Yes. Qustodio has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Norton Family starts at $49.99/year.
What is Norton Family best used for?
Norton Family is most often used for parental monitoring and child device management, web content filtering and screen time controls, location tracking and device lock capabilities for android/ios. Of those, parental monitoring and child device management and web content filtering and screen time controls are not what Qustodio is typically brought in for.
What can Norton Family do that Qustodio cannot?
Norton Family covers Antivirus protection, Web monitoring, App blocking, Screen time management. Qustodio covers Web filtering & blocking, Screen time limits, App blocking & control, Calls & SMS monitoring. Both handle Location tracking, Social media monitoring, Cloud deployment, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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Qustodio: How much does Qustodio cost?

Qustodio Basic Plan costs $59.95/year (approximately $5/month) for up to 5 devices. Complete Plan costs $104.95/year (approximately $8.75/month) for unlimited devices.

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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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Qustodio: Does Qustodio offer a free version?

Yes, Qustodio offers a free version that protects a single device with basic protection features. A free trial of premium features is also available with no credit card required.

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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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Qustodio: What is the difference between Qustodio Basic and Complete plans?

Basic plan ($59.95/year) protects up to 5 devices with core features like blocking, time limits, and monitoring. Complete plan ($104.95/year) adds unlimited devices, YouTube monitoring, and custom rules. Both include 30-day money-back guarantee.

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