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✓ Great app!My son hates this app which shows how good it is. I love how I can stop the entire internet, or just one device, even when I’m not home. Impressive! One request...I would love it if we could set up a reminder dialogue box to be sent to the device as a 5 minute warning. It would save me the howls of dismay when he gets disconnected. If you could do this, the app would be absolutely perfect!.Version: 2.1.6
✓ Excellent for the moneyI work with this type of tech for enterprises, for the investment and a little bit of time, this is a great cost effective way to provide a layer of protection for your children. Major positives: Can control popular apps easily with time limits App provides very quick and often instant control to ‘pause’ internet Downsides: Changes to app control isn’t always instant. Important: Make sure you discuss the objectives with your children and explain the reasons why You can only control your local network at home. For control on the go, you need to purchase the additional subscription. We don’t do this as our child has a phone without data, we have control by sharing our ‘parent’ phones as personal hot spots. This works for younger children obviously..Version: 2.0.15
✓ The adults win again!!!!Yeah I may be ‘big brother’ but I needed to take control back. If we don’t hold our kids hand while on the internet they will get ‘run over’ by the horrendous www traffic available to all ages. My kids where mortified to start off with but now they accept it and it gives them an opportunity to be on there with limits. No child has ever been disappointed by their parents caring for them!.Version: 2.1.2
✓ Worked great…until it didn’tWe’ve been using Circle for 4 or 5 years and I’m quite happy for them to take my money as I have control over our son’s online exposure and availability, that is until May 30 when we lost all premium Circle features when the service stopped working on our Netgear router. A week later and we still don’t have premium features. I’ve cancelled the subscription until it’s fixed..Version: 2.1.8
✓ Must have for a young familyWe caved and let our tween have a PS4 and TV in his room which is scary!! With Disney Circle I can block certain websites and social media applications, and most importantly shut things down at bedtime. I love the ability to pause the internet when I have called “Dinner” 8 times and my Fortniter yells “waaaaaait”.Version: 2.1.6
✓ Circle.Good for my kids :).Version: 2.0.16
✓ Generally pretty goodSometimes my kids exceed their time limits, the app registers they are well in excess of the limits set, yet they are still online.Version: 2.1.8
✓ Peace of MindThough it can be quirky overall and infuriatingly unhelpful with monitoring, being able to screen out inappropriate sites, lock-down bedtimes, and set online time limits, make Circle MORE than worth the glitches. I have boys 12 and 15 and we regularly talk about time limits for online gaming, Netflix, etc. Since having Circle, we have conversations about this, not shouting matches about how long they’ve really been online. And no middle-of-the-night binge watching..Version: 2.1.9
✓ She has powerIt's the worst! My parents have so much power. It is really good for restrictions so I'll give it a 4.Version: 2.1.8
✓ FantasticFantastic app . Now children is studying..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Works very wellYes it takes time to setup. This is not a set it and forget it type of service just like your kids aren’t all the same. The internet is a big place and this thing can be adapted. It is very customizable. Not perfect. It’s nice that there are so many profiles. Mine is setup to give unknown devices almost no ability to go anywhere until I can figure out what it is. This keeps the kids from bringing in new devices and getting into trouble. It also is an additional layer of security. This thing can also be used to block trackers with a bit of effort. History is certainly not exhaustive as the average website brings in content from many sources. VPN blocking is also not exhaustive. Those can be hard to spot. One way is to visit websites and see what they are. I like the various reviews from kids on here that hate it. Says something about the product..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Great tool for the familyWe no longer have a giant pile of devices in our bedroom in the evenings. With Circle it’s easy to enforce bedtimes. Great content filters based on age group. We’d love to see a better History function that is easier to manage. It’s just a big data dump with time stamps. We discovered that our neighbor’s kids were still connecting to our WiFi from their own homes since Circle notifies you of any devices that join your network. It’s easy to deny those devices. No hassle when guests join. They are initially set to unfiltered and not bothered by any of our household WiFi security. Great tool. Hopefully, the monthly service price will keep the developer inspired to grow this product well into the future..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Great App - Needs new featuresGreat App Needs new features not just a hardware upgrade which is only available in the US. Happy family..Version: 2.1.9
✓ Kids hate that I have the power!This is such a great app, when my kids are misbehaving badly - I just threaten to reduce their hours or cut them off completely. They hate it, as I can have this control even when I’m out. They do get rewarded when good behaviour & chores are completed. They have no idea where the box is hidden & that’s how I like it, they think it’s all controlled via the app (not a box). Ha ha! Highly recommend this device..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Excellent!I bought the Disney Circle as my router has limited capabilities for controlling my kids' WiFi time. It's a small white cube shaped device which connects to your router wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable. It then intercepts the comma traffic to and from the router and blocks or allows access dependent on the specific settings you make in this associated app. It doesn't only control WiFi access but also devices connected via Ethernet cables. I have to say that its exceeded my expectations for a number of reasons. 1. It's incredibly easy to set up. The app's build in wizard leads you through the installation process and within half an hour I was up and running. There's also lots of good advice on the website to list compatible routers and other technical advice. 2. The level of control the Circle gives is fantastic. Each person's access can be controlled by device, limiting time or access based on preset age profiles. You can then customise this as you see fit. You can also extend time or instantly pause access to a single individual's profile at the tap of a button. 3. The App is really easy to use. The individual profiles you set up have photos assigned so you can quickly navigate to an individual user. Group access devices like the family computer can be assigned to the home category. Each person can have multiple profiles (e.g. one profile for their games console and another for their iPhone) if you want to set different time ranges for access. This little device and app was exactly what I was looking for and I don't hesitate in giving it 5 stars. You should check router compatibility first on the website before purchasing the device..Version: 2.0.4
✓ Great app - very helpful to reign in internet usage for kidsWe’ve been using this app for 6+ months, using both the router and go functionality for a family of 3 kids with multiple family devices (iPhones, IPads, Mac and PC’s. Controls work both within the house and also outside - during school or at friends places. Bedtime restrictions work great and can be easily extended. It is a little expensive at $15AUD per month (for both router and go monthly subscriptions) but currently worth it!.Version: 2.0.17
✓ Missing needed controlsWorks really well for what it does. But you can’t see the usage of individual devices. It would be extremely helpful as a parent to know which devices my kids were on, and that seems like a total no-brainer. It would also make the process of identifying new devices about a hundred times easier. Right now every device that has ever connected to the WiFi in its entire history is included on one giant list. There’s no way to tell what’s currently connected. So dumb. Do any of the developers actually use this in their own homes?.Version: 2.1.9
✓ ReviewReally good app.Version: 2.1.6
✓ Bof...Les notifications entrantes ne sont pas bloquées, donc les messages textes et autres messages de réseaux sociaux apparaissent même si j’ai mis l’appareil en “pause” du wifi. Ça défit la logique selon moi..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Love ItThis has been a game changer at our house - No more fighting (although my kids playfully tell their friends that it is awful LOL)! The only limitation is that the history page makes almost no sense (it lists every ad on every page). Otherwise it's very intuitive. And while I don't think that is a substitute for collecting devices (ones they don't have, they can't use), it's a close second. Super easy to use! Just make sure to label each device as you are notified that it was added so that you don't have a ton of unknowns. I recommend this to friends constantly and it only gets a 4 instead of a 5 for offering some options that are not really up to speed (but also aren't really necessary to me - like history when I already have content filters on). Great invention!!.Version: 2.1.3
✓ Great controlThe kids hate it so must be working well!!.Version: 2.0.15
✓ Easy and works greatOh so easy to use and also discovered the neighbor were on our wifi as well with through a wifi extender which is now stopped. It gives complete control with the ability to see what web sites the rats were looking at. Also has reward button to promote good behaviour. Love the bedtime feature as it turns them off 15 min before bedtime to take meds and clean teeth etc. I am loving it, kids not so much lol.Version: 2.0.16
✓ AwesomeI believe this thing is awesome. We have complete control of the internet when it comes to the kids. They know when it turns off it’s nearly bed time. You can see what there doing or done. And limit some sites. Love it..Version: 2.1.6
✓ The best thing ever!TO CONTROL CHILDREN AND TEENS ACCESS TO TGE INTERNET, THIS IS THE BEST PRODUCT EVER. CHEAP AT HALF TFE PRICE..Version: 2.1.3
✓ Simple and straightforwardI highly recommend this device, very easy to instal and you don’t have to make a big deal and change the router, we haven’t noticed slower speed or anything with this device on Bluetooth. Very discreet. The customer support is really good too, fast email reply and helpful. A very good feature on this device is that you can give allowances to the user, 1 hr or 2 hrs to be used throughout the day. When it’s over it warns the user and the device is off Wi-Fi..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Great deviceI have finally regained control of the internet in our house thanks to this device. If you want an easy method of regulating your family’s online habits, this is the go. You can set a bedtime (and a seperate/later bedtime for weekends), apply content filters, check browser histories, pause the internet for individuals or everyone and generally get your kids’ attention when you want it. I just wish we’d got a Circle years ago..Version: 2.1.1
✓ Great for ParentsAllows me to monitor each child. No amount child/user limits as far as I can tell. Let’s me mange when they have access to wifi and what they can use. Great for rewarding them with extra time and easy to pause their time as well. Very easy to use and set up..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Great but a little slow. 1st generationI love this thing to manage my kids' internet activities and time. I love that it's all centralized in one place and the UI isn't complicated. My only issue is that it does slow down your internet if you have it set to manage your device. We have crappy Comcast internet so maybe a better provider would make it less noticeable and it's also not the end of the world, like it's not the 56k AOL internet some of us started with, but still. Besides that, this thing is great. We have the first generation circle so I'm not sure how the second one differs..Version: 2.1.6
✓ My experienceIt was working find until one day I couldn’t no longer log in my account and there’s no way of resetting my password. So I deleted this app and tried to reinstall it to start over but still not working. Because it remembers my NETGEAR information. But other than that it was a very good app to have for easy access for pausing devices that are not mine and to pause my internet at night time for kids to go to bed. Wished I could log back in.Version: 2.1.12
✓ Love the device and the appDespite my children saying “mum has lost her mind” at the thought of adding internet controls, I love the circle. I can see who is adding into my network (and can impose the same controls on friends devices too). I can limit things like YouTube and instagram, without it impacting on sites needed for school work. Setting bedtimes or times out (for afternoon chores) reduces the screen times. Truly recommending this device and app!.Version: 2.1.6
✓ Has stopped the late night sneaking to play PS4Helped considerably in the... I haven’t been on that long Mum! Just let me finish the game Mum! Waking up to go to the toilet at night to find 12yr old has snuck downstairs to play PS4 or watch Netflix. This has all stopped completely! Takes a lot of unnecessary angst out of our day to day lives. The only thing I would say in the history there is a lot of internet access recorded on the PS4 when we are not even home and Facebook access yet 12yr old has Facebook as unallowed and when I check history on the computer there is no FB. A slight glitch on what is otherwise a great app that I would highly recommend. We have the unit you by separately and hooked it up to our existing modem..Version: 2.1.2
✓ Sets limitsCircle allows me to set and enforce healthy limits to screen use in our family of teenagers, when they find it almost impossible to set limits for themselves. It is easy to set up and navigate. Now that kids have more power over the information they consume, Circle gives me the ability to filter on an age appropriate basis. I use it together with Apple screen time on iPhones as sometimes tech needs to simply go off..Version: 2.1.9
✓ Some control at last!Circle is the best way I’ve found of policing the wild West of boys gaming on their computers. You can set the times of the day they can access Internet and you can set how long they can spend online - and you can stop them entirely at the push of a button. This is amazing and takes a lot of pain out of trying to regulate their use. The only real weakness is that it can’t regulate off-line computer use. That would be amazing..Version: 2.0.15
✓ IBest parental control system ever. Tried a few and my clever kids can get around them but with circle I have control. App works beautifully.Version: 2.0.15
✓ Great deviceUnlike other reviewers, we have found Circle fantastic. Despite the anticipated initial resistance from our kids, a few weeks in we have settled into a much healthier way of life with the kids accepting their limits and developing better time management (no longer feeling like they do homework for hours when in fact it was mostly social media). You can isolate and manage separately individual devices, social media etc. All from the easy to use app on my phone. Put in place early (when your kids first start using devices) & they will develop healthy a use of technology..Version: 2.0.15
✓ FAntasticThis is the best parental control app I have ever used. It has changed my life and I love it. I never write reviews though I just had tonfor this one I am so thrilled. My stress levels have plummeted..Version: 2.0.18
✓ ExcellentGreat app to keep control on internet access and keep family safe online.Version: 2.0.17
✓ Internet safetyLove how you can set parental controls on before it evens get to any devices. And being able to pause the internet at any time is a wonderful motivator for the kids!!!.Version: 2.1.4
✓ Cyber safety in minutesI am a overly concerned parent when it comes to protecting children from the dangers of the internet, I’m a school Governor that provides CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command) in school to children, a big issue we face is that today’s children are much more technology reliant and aware than their parents, mainly due to the evolution of computing. This results in parents being outsmarted, when I came across Circle, it sounded too easy to be true but it is! Two wires and in-app setup and the whole house is protected at different levels depending on the user. This stops blanket bans which frustrates parents when they face the same blocks as children, this way circle can ensure the adult content is only viewed by adults while simultaneously protecting the children at correct level for their age group. I can’t sing Circle’s praises anymore!.Version: 2.0.18
✓ Very bad don’t getThis has ruined my life i now don’t have any friends because of this app..Version: 2.1.4
✓ FantasticGreat product. User-friendly control at your fingertips. Thoroughly recommend it..Version: 2.1.2
✓ AmazingExactly what I was looking for! It’s integrated into our Netgear router and works seamlessly. No more fighting with kids over devices, TVs, bedtimes, app limits, nothing. Set it up and forget it! They know what time things are cutting off and are prepared for it. Again, no more fussing and asking, it just happens. No more thought on our part, it’s just set to go on and off as needed. You can always add reward time as needed too. Just what I was looking for to control everything in the house by grouping devices to each child. Been using over a month and it Lundy be easier. Thanks!!.Version: 2.1.10
✓ Great integration to routerHave started using the Circle since the start of Feb and it has transformed our ability to manage the kids access to the internet. Now that it is integrated to the new router we bought as opposed to a seperate unit makes it more simple, attractive and less difficult to add to an existing system. Kids hate the fact we have so much control both forward looking and retrospectively over the use or should I say possible misuse of their internet access. Go get one !!.Version: 2.1.6
✓ Circle is so much better than expectedWhen I did some research on the ORBI modem/router, I had wasn’t aware of the type of interface that would be a part of it. After downloading Circle, I quickly learned that it offered (virtually) infinite possibilities. I’ve had Circle for close to a year now and I absolutely love it. I can create profiles and add devices just for that person. My children have auto “On/Off” Internet Access that I can control (literally) at my fingertips. The app will advise the person “your internet access is not available because your time has ended”. On the flip side, I can give “rewards” and the access will stay on for whatever the time limit you provide (ex. Normal Off time is 8pm, Reward given until 9:30 pm). There are so many options that it’s impossible to list them all. Just know that it’s a great app and you will NOT be disappointed..Version: 2.1.3
✓ In loveI think the system does not get the credit it deserves. Was able to set time limit, filter media, bedtime, stop time for homework with the option to allow the use of specific website/app used for homework and to even do the same for shared devices like tv and consoles. To allow educational media during off time go to filter>custom filter>type site url>click the status button until it gets to unmanaged>save. Some devices do not get configured straight so u need to reboot your router and plus the circle device(from the app) ..Version: 2.1.1
✓ Great appWe are loving this app. At last we can start to proactively control each of the kids usage. No longer need to go and confiscate the iPads and iPhones before bed. I now play god with the wifi in the house. Bed language, behaviour and you can disconnect then from the wifi with one click. By the way kids are having withdrawals but i am sure they will get use to it as time goes on..Version: 2.0.17
✓ Great for families!We have been using the circle for about a year and a half now. I purchased ours new off of amazon. After a small bit of set up it has become an amazing tool for limiting and monitoring my families screen time. It works across all types of devices including tablets, laptops, iPads, iPhones and others. I would highly recommend this product for any family looking to take charge of screen time in their home..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Easy to use and comprehensiveSoftware works well..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Helpful partner butInitially I didn’t sign up for this application because it was separate from the router. But after power strike on my other router, I decided to give it a try and it was amazing. The ability to divide out all of my equipment was great. We’ve been having someone hack our Internet from across the street and this was a great way to consolidate all the TVs all of the specific equipment in one profile and watch the activities and filter them out. One of the problems with this application is if hackers name their stuff with a period in front of it or a name and then just a period with no extension the application does not allow the site to be blocked. I consider this a big oversight but the application is still very helpful in filtering..Version: 2.1.9
✓ Love this AppGreat for managing our kids internet access, could do with some more features though..Version: 2.1.8
✓ Excellent device to keep children and teens safe.Even though the kids and teens despise it. It has helped keep our family safe a, focused, and on track..Version: 2.1.10
✓ Works like magicSuch a great idea, and it’s works perfectly on individual accounts.Version: 2.1.8
✓ La solution!Très utile pour contrôler l’usage de l’Internet des enfants, une vraie baguette magique!.Version: 2.1.6
✓ Not working with iOS 13I haven’t been able to open the app at all since installing iOS 13. I’ve unplugged, uninstalled, and done everything and I’m at a standstill. Please fix! We rely on Circle every day and it’s frustrating not to be able to control our device. ETA: I used their suggestion and the Circle is now functioning. I updated my review to reflect my overall impression of Circle, which is that we do like it. It helps with most of our filtering and limit needs with our 3 kids on their multiple devices..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Premium features too expensive @£4.49/mo!Nice idea but I suspect most won’t enable premium features - needs to be at least half of what they suggest to get more up take....Version: 2.0.14
✓ App is good, but...I was charged right away after I (thought I) chose 30-day free trial. What’s happening? I was using KidsWifi until the beginning of December, but I switched to Circle as they stopped functioning. I like the features of the Circle app. It’s easy to use, and also customizable more in detail if you wish. If possible I want a “keyword block” function that blocks addresses including specified keywords like “manga”..Version: 2.1.11
✓ Independent reviewI have 3 kids with devices - from 13, 10 and 6. And as a household an awful lot of WiFi enabled devices. Kids were getting a bit silly re. useage, and then a bit sneaky when we said no and stepped up the rules. Caused many arguments, and source of general bad vibes. Saw Circle as a last resort - but it should have been a first choice. Superb piece of kit. Simple to use. Reliable. Kids know their time limits and organise access to shared devices between themselves. It’s brilliant. I have never recommended anything to others as much in my life. Ever. From a family perspective, probably the best value thing I have ever bought. Best thing: Circle is now the bad guy, not us. Closely followed by: ability to pause access, and reward. Honestly, it’s great. If you have kids and devices, buy this immediately and never look back. Love it..Version: 2.1.3
✓ For ParentsFor parents, it’s very good. Essential. Any age kids..Version: 2.1.8
✓ Killer ToolThe Internet can be a treacherous place. This is app is top shelf for parents, if you have a compatible Netgear router. It’s very easy to set up and it is “set and forget” once you have. The only word of caution is to remember to block VPN traffic on your router. Do a little research and you’ll find tips to help. It’s reasonably straightforward. Happy days. Good job, Disney!.Version: 2.1.9
✓ Great! No more being awakened at 2 am.This service came ready to go on my Orbi wifi device, compatible with my Netgear router that is compatible with Xfinity internet service in Seattle area. I’d never heard of the Circle app and thought it wouldn’t work. However, I was sick of being awakened by my teenage son at 2am on a school night, while he was still playing video games and yelling profanities. At first it was a little tricky figuring out which device was my son’s gaming laptop, but one I figured it out, I was golden and he was screwed. I was able to set different bedtimes for school nights and weekends, and give him extra time when he asked so he could finish a homework assignment. I was also able to instantly turn off internet to all his devices on an occasion when the situation warranted it. Impressive way for my son to get more secure boundaries, and I think he is secretly proud of me for using a bit of a high tech method..Version: 2.1.6
✓ Great Product but not worth a subscriptionThe circle device is great, as is being able to limit the Internet time across devices in my home but the newer one requires a subscription and it just doesn’t have the features to make a subscription worthwhile. If I’m going to be paying a subscription then I should have greater control over specific app access and be able to stop overtime usage when they are on WiFi somewhere other then my home..Version: 2.1.3
✓ Must have for parentsBrilliant for controlling individual devices in a household..Version: 2.1.3
✓ Very thoroughCircle works better in my opinion than other child internet protection services I've used. It is set to a level according to child's age and patents decision. We've had nothing but great success using this program. Set the allotted time child can be on line when it's used it's used. You're not the bad guy! Of course you can use the rewards they have and give more time of you'd like but the child doesn't need to know that's available of you don't wsnt them to. I feel safe using this program knowing she's not going to get into the wrong sites!.Version: 2.1.3
✓ Internet safetyGreat at keeping kids safe on internet in and out of the house.Version: 2.1.5
✓ ParentsVery good for parents. simple too..Version: 2.1.4
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