Bark Watch

$15/mo + device

The Bark Watch vs Other Kid’s Watches

See how the Bark Watch stacks up against other popular smart watches for kids.

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Text monitoring

Bark
Bark’s advanced technology scans your child’s text messages for potential dangers, including slang and emojis.

Gabb watches
Parents approve contacts, but the Gabb Watch 3 doesn’t monitor texts.

Gizmo watches
The Gizmo watch doesn’t have advanced content monitoring that sends alerts for potential dangers.

Apple watches
Apple does not monitor text messages for harmful content, apart from providing a warning before letting kids view nude images.

Cosmo watches
The JrTrack 4 watch does not scan texts for potential dangers.

TickTalk watches
TickTalk does not scan your child’s messages for inappropriate content.

Photo & video monitoring

Bark
Bark scans saved photos and videos to your child’s camera roll for potential dangers in 45+ categories.

Gabb watches
There is no camera feature on the Gabb Watch 3.

Gizmo watches
Parents do not have access to the photos taken on the Gizmo watch.

Photos are automatically deleted after 30 days due to storage limitations.

Apple watches
Parents can turn on Communication Safety, which will blur nude images and provide a warning, but kids can still choose to view these images and parents will not be notified.

Cosmo watches
The Cosmo JrTrack 4 does not scan photos and videos for potential dangers.

TickTalk watches
The TickTalk 5 watch will not scan photos or videos for inappropriate content.

Alerts for potential dangers

Bark
Get notifications for issues like cyberbullying, sexual content, online predators, suicidal ideation, profanity, and more.

Gabb watches
The Gabb Watch 3 doesn’t support Gabb Messenger and won’t send parents alerts for risky messages and potential dangers.

Gizmo watches
Verizon does not send parents alerts for potential dangers.

Apple watches
Apple does not send parents alerts for potential dangers.

Cosmo watches
The Cosmo JrTrack will not send parents alerts for potential dangers.

TickTalk watches
Parents will receive an alert if the child contacts 911 or a designated emergency contact, but they will not be alerted to inappropriate content.

Approve all contacts

Bark
You as a parent decide exactly who can message or call your child — everyone else is blocked.

Gabb watches
Kids can communicate with up to 100 parent-approved contacts.

Gizmo watches
Kids can call and text up to 20 pre-approved contacts.

The Gizmo Watch can only contact people that have the GizmoHub app or another Gizmo Watch.

Apple watches
Parents can restrict communication to contacts only, but this must be changed for both During Screen Time and During Downtime to be effective.

Cosmo watches
Parents can approve up to 100 contacts for the watch.

TickTalk watches
Parents can approve up to 53 contacts, but the watch can only be contacted through the TickTalk app.

GPS location tracking

Bark
Track your kid’s location 24/7 with the Bark Watch, including check-ins and location alerts.

Gabb watches
Using the MyGabb app, parents can see their child’s location and designate “safe zones.”

Gizmo watches
Parents can track their kid's location and receive alerts when they enter or exit a designated area.

Apple watches
Parents can download the Find My app to see their child’s location and use geofencing.

Cosmo watches
Parents can track their kid’s location and use geofencing.

TickTalk watches
Parents can see their child’s location, but the watch does not support geofencing.

SOS emergency button

Bark
The Bark Watch SOS button will let your child quietly and discreetly call designated emergency contacts.

Gabb watches
Kids can hold down the power button on the side of the watch for 10 seconds, and it will automatically call the designated emergency contact. (Not 911)

Gizmo watches
Kids can press and hold the SOS button on the side of the watch to call their emergency contact anytime.

Apple watches
Kids can hold down a button on the side of the watch to call emergency services and notify emergency contacts of their location.

Cosmo watches
Kids can send an SOS alert to parents by hitting the power button two times. The alert will go through after 15 seconds.

TickTalk watches
Holding down the red button of the side of the watch for 5 seconds sends an SOS call to the emergency contact.

Kids can call 911 by pressing the black power button once and the red button twice.

Unlimited Bark Premium access for the entire family

Bark
When you buy a Bark Watch, you get a free subscription to Bark Premium to help protect all of your family’s other devices.

Gabb watches
The Gabb Watch 3 doesn't come with a free online safety monitoring app for all your family's devices.

Gizmo watches
Gizmo doesn't come with a free online safety monitoring app for all your family's devices.

Apple watches
The Apple Watch SE doesn't come with a free online safety monitoring app for all your family's devices.

Cosmo watches
Cosmo JrTrack 4 doesn't come with a free online safety monitoring app for all your family's devices.

TickTalk watches
The TickTalk 5 watch doesn't come with a free online safety monitoring app for all your family's devices.

Water-resistant

Bark
The Bark Watch has an IP68 rating, which means it’s water-resistant in fresh water to a maximum depth of 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes.

Gabb watches
Gabb Watch 3 is water resistant. Submerging the watch in water is not recommended, but it can handle drops of water without getting damaged.

Gizmo watches
The Verizon Gizmo watch is water-resistant to splashes but submerging the watch in water is not suggested.

Apple watches
The Apple Watch SE can be submerged in water up to 50 meters.

Cosmo watches
The watch is water-resistant for up to 30 minutes, but is not recommended for swimming or other water activities.

TickTalk watches
The TickTalk 5 has an IP67 rating, meaning it’s water-resistant in water up to 3 feet deep.

No activation fees

Bark
Bark doesn’t have any activation or set-up fees — just the price of the watch, the monthly plan, and taxes.

Gabb watches
The Gabb Watch 3 requires a $30 activation fee.

Gizmo watches
Verizon Gizmo requires a $35 activation fee.

Apple watches
Depending on the chosen cellular network, the Apple Watch SE will require an additional activation fee.

Cosmo watches
Each new service line requires a $12.99 activation fee.

TickTalk watches
TickTalk has no hidden fees.

Text, video & photo monitoring

Talk & text with LTE connectivity

24/7 GPS location tracking

Manage all contacts

SOS emergency button

Plans & Pricing

The Bark Watch monthly plan includes parental controls and cell service.

Bark Watch with charging cable
Family subscription to Bark Premium that lets you manage other devices like phones and tablets
Free transfer of your kid's phone number to the Bark Watch
Talk and text
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Specs

1.6"

Display
700 mAh

Battery life
MagPin

Charging cord
HD Voice

Calling
Water Resistant

1.5 meters
8 GB

Memory
5 MP

Camera
1.7 GHz

Quad-core

Details

Model: ChronoVolt
Display size: 1.6” Amoled (400 NITS)
Display resolution: 320 x 360
Color & Material: Dark gray / PC
Accessories Bundle: 5W Wall charger, USB cable w/magnetic pins, QSG, Carrier pack
Dimensions: 1.96 x 1.67 x 0.57in (49.7 x 42.5 x 14.5mm)
Weight: 50gr (with bands)
Bands: LTE: 2, 4, 5, 12, 13, 25, 66, 71

Chip/Technical info

Device operating system: AOSP based on Android 11 Go edition
Chipset: (SoC) Qualcomm SDW4100
Number of Cores & Speed: Quad-Core ARM Cortex A53 1.7GHz
Graphic card (GPU): Adreno 504 GPU @320MHZ
Modem: CAT & CA 4G LTE, VoLTE, Cat 4, NO-CA
RAM: (DDR3) 1GB (DDR3)
Memory: 8GB eMMC
Battery size: 700mAh

Features

Camera: 5MP f2.0
SOS/Emergency: Yes, including 911
WiFi: Yes (802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz)
GPS & Bluetooth: Yes A-GPS, BT 4.2 w/HSP profile
Vibration engine: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Number of Microphones: 1 mic (1 x ADC) HD Voice
Sensors: Accelerometer/Gyroscope/Barometer/Light

Bark parents say it best

“
I love Bark. Kids maintain some privacy and I get notified about the things we feel are concerning.
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—Shana P.
“
Love the alerts & recommendations from Bark. Surprisingly it’s initiated some great convos with my kids.
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—Stacey C.
“
Bark monitors all apps for questionable content. It even alerts for emojis that can have “adult” or unsafe meanings.
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—Christine L.

Frequently asked questions

What type of watch is the Bark Watch?

The Bark kid’s smart watch is a Schok Chronovolt CV16. We designed it with safety and durability in mind, providing features like GPS location tracking, contact management, and an emergency SOS button. With Bark’s built-in monitoring, parents get peace of mind while kids enjoy a bit of independence and connection. Plus, it’s water-resistant and has customizable watch faces, so kids can make it their own!

How is the Bark watch different from other kids’ smart watches?

The Bark Watch stands out from other watches because of our advanced content monitoring that comes built-in. Our software automatically scans texts, photos, and videos for dangers and sends you an alert if something concerning is found.

What does the Bark Watch come with?

The Bark Watch comes with a charging cord and block, along with a Bark Premium subscription for all of your family's devices.

How much does the Bark Watch cost?

The Bark Watch has no activation fee, and the total monthly charge is $22/month.

This breaks down to a $7/month contract for 24 months to cover the cost of the device, plus $15/month for cell service and our parental controls.

Is the Bark Watch available outside the U.S.?

Right now, the Bark Watch for kids is only available for families located in the U.S.

Tell us what country you'd like us to bring the Bark Watch to next.

How does the SOS emergency feature work?

There’s a button on the watch that will allow your child to quickly contact you or 911 when you press it in certain orders.

Does a Bark Watch have to be connected to a Bark Phone to work?

Nope! The Bark Watch is a standalone device with its own phone number, talk & text, and other features. There's no need to purchase a Bark Phone when you’re buying the Bark Watch.

Is it water-resistant?

The Bark Watch has an IP68 rating, which means it’s water-resistant in fresh water to a maximum depth of 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes. It can stand up to splashes, handwashing, and even brief dips in water — but we don’t recommend wearing it while swimming.

Does the Bark Watch take photos and video?

It sure does! Your child can take photos and record videos and send them via text.

Can I transfer over an existing phone number to the Bark Watch?

You sure can! Bark lets you transfer an existing number from another carrier — known as "porting" — at no additional cost! Check out this help article for step-by-step instructions.

Will I have to download a special app to text my child with the Bark Watch?

Nope! We aim to make things easy with the Bark Watch — your family and friends can text them easily straight from their own phone.

Can I port my kid’s Bark Watch number over to a Bark Phone when they get older?

Absolutely! Your kid can keep the same number when they switch from a Bark Watch to a Bark Phone. In fact, we recommend it!

Is there a limit to the number of contacts I can add to the Bark Watch?

Unlike some other watches, you can add as many contacts as you’d like to your child’s Bark Watch — there’s no limit!

What carrier does the Bark Watch use for cell service?

Data and coverage is provided by Bark.

What is the Bark Watch return policy?

The Bark Watch has a 60-day satisfaction guarantee. For more information on returns, including damaged or defective watches, check out our help article.

Is there a warranty or insurance available for the Bark devices?

Yes, we offer optional device protection plans with AKKO that cover accidental damage, loss, and more — because life happens. Learn more here.

How do I contact Bark with questions?

You can reach out to our customer support team — they’re standing by ready to help!