Bark Reviews
“Bark came through BIG TIME.”
Ashley B.
Here’s What Happened When I Gave My Child a Smartwatch Instead of a Phone
There are several smartwatches on the market for kids. We tried out a few with our son and prefer one that is simple to use and also focuses on safety. The Bark watch allows him to easily call and text us. He’s only allowed to communicate with contacts that I’ve added to his watch. Texts also come directly into my inbox.
I like that Bark Watch doesn't have games, apps, or web browsers. Rather, the emphasis is on communication with trusted contacts. Previously, she had another watch and we had issues with spam calls coming in from unknown numbers. I like that Bark automatically blocks anyone who isn't a contact in her watch.
Tricia N.
Our 6-year-old LOVES his Bark Watch! He can text grandparents, and we can track his location wherever he's at. And he loves taking photos with the camera! It's been such an easy and safer way to introduce him to technology.
Mari C.
Huge thank you to the creators of Bark for making it so extremely simple to keep my kiddo safe. I've only just finished setting up my teens bark phone, and I am already so impressed and grateful to have this in our life. We no longer have to choose between what he wants and his safety. Love love love.
Schmidt M.
Our boys both have iPhones with the Bark app on them but I wish I would've gotten the actual Bark phone because that's what we got for our daughter. LOVE LOVE LOVE. best invention ever.
Jennifer B.
My honest Bark Watch review
A smartwatch has been on my youngest daughter’s wish list for quite some time. While several smartwatches are on the market and offer many of the same features, it’s vital for me that they be safe for kids. After much research, I found Bark Watch and its features most impressive.
I LOVE the bark phone .. never any issues and called customer service for help and they are wonderful...
Michelle M.
I have been impressed with this app over and over again. Some of the things it was capturing from my son's phone and alerting me to would have certainly gone undetected on a different service. Super impressed and happy with the service. Best out there hands down. We've used other services and I'm so glad we found bark.
Russell S.
We believe Bark Home does a better job protecting kids!
Stellar devices, like Bark Home have emerged. They plug into a router and give parents better control over screen time, content, and more when a router lacks these parental control features.
I bought my daughter the watch as I want to ease her into a phone. I wanted her to have something to where she can contact me if need be. I also LOVE the fact that I can control who she is able to text during school hours so I know she is learning and the watch isn't a distraction.
Heather R.
Love love this phone, my 4 year old has the watch and my 9 year old has the phone. The monitoring controls trump any other options on the market. Google family, Life 360, Apple parent controls etc nothing has compared.
Meghan G.
This is a game-changer! With one press, my child can instantly alert me in case of an emergency.
Cara S.
We were already using Bark on my daughter's phone. With this new Bark Home, we were able to cover her computer and my son's computer. It did not slow down our wi-fi and after getting the settings and exceptions figured out, it's working great.
Diana K.
We had the Google family app installed but it just doesn't have all the safety features the Bark app does... I want my kids to be able to be as independent as possible while also providing the safe guards necessary and have ongoing conversations about risky scenarios as they arise.
Andrea H.
Bark Watch vs Gabb Watch: A Comparison for Parents
Two of the biggest names in the space currently are Bark and Gabb. Both promise safety, simplicity, and connection, but if you look closer, one offers far more than the other. This article takes a deep dive into both watches to see how they stack up.
It has all the essential features kids need (calling, texting, GPS tracking) without the distractions of social media and endless apps. The battery life is great, and I appreciate that it encourages healthy screen time habits.
Julie
Our adventurous 4 year old decided to wander off from the group and explore Disneyland on his own. After an initial moment of parental panic, we were able to locate his Bark Watch immediately from the app and walk straight to him. Bark saved the day!
Skylar W.
The Bark Phone is a fantastic option for parents looking for a safe and secure way for their kids to stay connected. The built-in parental controls allow for easy monitoring of texts, calls, and app usage, providing peace of mind.
Rachel T.
Our family loves Bark! It's been the best way to give the kids a way to communicate and keep up with their friends at school without the nonsense of alternative phones with little to no parental controls.
Sierra W.
7 days with this phone and it has done wonders already. I highly recommend it.
Victor J.
I decided it was time I got more involved in what my daughter sees and reads. So within 3 minutes of downloading, Bark found an extremely inappropriate issue!!! Though it did not involve her, it did alert me to a picture she took a screen shot of. It was a message from a boy to a friend of hers. It made my stomach turn. Thank you!
Sarah S.
The Bark Watch Is Safety at Your Child’s Wrist
With GPS tracking, texting, and no internet browsing, here’s a simple, secure way for kids to stay connected without the risks of internet access.
We’ve had the Bark Watch and I love how simple and reliable it is. It’s great for calling and texting a few approved contacts. What I really like is that it’s fully locked down—no internet, no app store, just the basics, which makes it way less stressful to manage.
Emma P.
We went through them all: Circle, Gryphon, etc. Bark Home was the strongest option available.
Matthew V.
I got this watch for my daughter especially for her upcoming field trip with school so I could track her location. It was very easy to set up. She now loves calling grandma by herself using this watch and it's so cute. Also, the watch is very comfy to wear. She tried wearing it from morning til night and no complain. Great product. Highly recommend for parents with school aged kids.
Vannie
I just got my son the Bark phone and so far I love it! The phone is cool, works great and the way I can customize it from my own phone is awesome! It monitors EVERYTHING. I'm so glad I got it versus getting an iPhone on our plan. There's so much that they can get away with in an iPhone!
Sara P.
We set ours up yesterday afternoon and this morning I asked my son how he liked it and he immediately yelled "IT'S AWESOME!" Easy to set up, easy to understand, nice phone, exactly what I wanted for keeping my kids safe. Very happy with it so far!
Ellen R.
I love this app so much. It's such a peace of mind for my family. Reassurance as well that not only are we protecting our child but raising them well by monitoring what they're engaging in. It doesn't miss a thing!
Jessika C.
Yep, we have the Bark phone. Our sheriff department put on a safe seminar and recommended it. Works very well.
Jason H.
It’s the perfect balance of fun and safety. Highly recommend this for any parent—it’s seriously a win-win!
Kimmy M.
Get this phone! I feel like this is how every child phone should be... Once a parents see how amazing this is then they won't want to go anywhere else!
Yvonne T.
The Bark Phone is an excellent compromise between letting your kids have some privacy and being able to monitor their phone... This was a game changer for my child as it alerted me to things going on in my child's life that I was unaware of and we were able to then have healthy conversations about it. Highly recommend.
Stephanie W.
I’ve tried many popular kids’ phones and this one is the best
I've decided on one phone to rule them all: the Bark Phone. It was the perfect mix between kids' phones that are too invasive or too lax, and it even looks good with the included case, too.
We ditched our Gabb watch because it was one problem after another. Got a Bark watch and liked it so much we got one for our younger kid too! GPS has been great, and the watch just generally does what they say it will!
Brittany M.
Bark Home was so easy to install. In fact the installation directions are on one page. Once you get it hooked up you go to a website and finish it up. I have it paired with my Bark Monitoring and I am no longer worried about what my daughter is doing online.
Jennifer H.
I really liked how uncomplicated the setup is. It would be a great gift for any parent. It provides peace of mind and an extra bit of protection for your kids.
Michelle E.
My 13 year old has a Bark phone and I love it!! I control her contacts, her screen time, her apps, etc. The Bark phone helps keep her safe from predators. It's an awesome product!!!
Shelia H.
