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Circle Parental Controls 1-Yr Subscription - Internet & Mobile Devices - Works on Wifi, Android & iOS Devices - Control Apps, Set Screen Time Limits, Block & Filter Content

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  • COVERS EVERY DEVICE - Limit screen time and block online content for mobile phones, computers, tablets (including Chromebooks & Kindle Fire), gaming consoles, smart TVs, and more.
  • APP + DEVICE (2nd Gen) SOLUTION - Download the Circle App and connect the Circle Home Plus device to your router to start managing every Internet-connected device, at-home and away.
  • CUSTOMIZE PROFILES - Adjust individual family member’s settings based on age and maturity to prevent online risks.
  • BUILT FOR FAST NETWORKS - Features 1Gb Ethernet port.
  • TREMENDOUS VALUE - Includes 1-year subscription with access to all features. Optionally, $9.99/month after first year.

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Customer Ratings
WiFi signal
3.5
4.3
4.5
4.3
4.3
4.3
User interface
3.3
4.2
4.3
4.2
4.1
4.1
Tech Support
3.0
4.0
4.0
3.7
4.2
4.2
Easy to use
3.5
4.0
4.3
4.5
4.5
Easy to install
3.3
4.1
4.6
4.6
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Gryphon Online Safety, Inc.
Amazon.com
Amazon.com
Gryphon Online Safety, Inc.
Gryphon Online Safety, Inc.
connectivity tech
Wireless
Wi-Fi, Ethernet
Wi-Fi, Ethernet
wireless
Wi-Fi
Wi Fi
number of ports
1
2
5
5
4
2
data transfer rate
4300 megabits per second
7.8 gigabits per second
2.53 gigabits per second
3 gigabits per second
1300 megabits per second
wireless standard
2.4 ghz radio frequency
802 11 AX
802 11 AC
2.4 ghz radio frequency, 802 11 BGN, bluetooth, 5 ghz radio frequency
2.4 ghz radio frequency, 802 11 BGN, bluetooth, 5 ghz radio frequency
frequency band class
single band
tri band
tri band
dual band
tri band
dual band
security protocol
WPA2/WPA3
WPA2-PSK, WPA3-PSK
WEP, WPA/WPA2-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Personal/Enterprise, OWE
WPA2/WPA3 Personal
WPA-PSK

From the manufacturer

Circle Home Plus - Lifestyle Header -  Parental Control
Module 2 -  Manage Screen Time and Keep Kids Safe Online
Module 3 -  Testomonial
Module 4 - How it works?
Module 5 - Header

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  • USB cable
  • USB power adapter
  • Ethernet cable
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    Product Description

    Circle’s award-winning parental controls let you manage screen time and monitor not just some, but ALL websites and apps. With our complete in-home and mobile device management solution, you set the rules for sites like YouTube, TikTok, HouseParty (and many more) across all your family’s connected devices. From social media to distance learning, start managing your kids’ online activity. Customize what’s right for your family. Set healthy time limits and filter content—across every device—from one simple app (iOS or Android).

    FAQs:
    Can Circle manage specific apps, like Netflix or Facebook?
    Yes, Circle can manage access and set time limits for popular sites and platforms, such as Facebook, Fortnite, Instagram, Netflix, Snapchat, YouTube, and more.
    How can I manage phones and tablets on cellular data?
    You can manage mobile devices on any network by downloading the Circle App on your family’s devices.
    What's the difference between using the Circle App alone or with Circle Home Plus?
    The Circle Home Plus device connects to your router to manage any device on your home network. Install the Circle App on your family’s mobile devices to manage iOS and Android devices wherever they go.
    What is the difference between the premium and basic features?

    With this purchase, you get access to every Circle feature for 1 year. After, you will still have free access to basic features (Filter, Usage, & History). You can optionally continue premium features (Pause the InternetⓇ, Time Limits, Bedtime, Rewards, Location, & Off Time) for $9.99/month after your first year.
    What’s the difference vs the Circle with Disney (1st generation) device?
    Circle Home Plus is the latest device from Circle. Compared to Circle with Disney, it additionally features the ability to manage mobile devices everywhere, a faster network connection, and a new location feature to keep track of your kids through thei

    Customer reviews

    3.8 out of 5 stars
    3.8 out of 5
    2,016 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the protection provided by the router. However, some customers have reported issues with connectivity, speed, and circle compatibility. They say the router drops wireless connection a lot and causes inexplicable intermittent latency. Customers are also disappointed with circle compatibilITY, and tech support. Opinions are mixed on quality, and ease of setup.

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    36 customers mention36 positive0 negative

    Customers find the Circle an amazing tool for parental control for all the kids devices. They say it's perfect for keeping their son on task while doing school from home, excellent for kid control of their time on the internet, and instrumental with tracking their kids time on educational apps. They also say it helps with homework and bed time, and is a valuable tool to keep them on track. Customers also mention that it makes it much easier monitoring the kids usage and controlling what they see.

    "...Overall, a much needed product, done well, provides good protection and plenty of control without interfering with performance." Read more

    "...It helps keep the more nefarious sites blocked which keeps the phones, passwords and accounts safer...." Read more

    "...Slick, easy to use and the Parental Controls app is brilliant...." Read more

    "Great for Parental Control but does seem to slow down the internet speed a little. Not enough to be a problem for me however...." Read more

    125 customers mention65 positive60 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the networking router. Some mention that it's highly effective and simple to use, while others say that it doesn't work that well and causes things not to work locally.

    "...Overall, a much needed product, done well, provides good protection and plenty of control without interfering with performance." Read more

    "...The Bad:Both version have "catastrophic failures" that result in the Circle Device not being accessible via the app and gives no indication..." Read more

    "...No one even noticed. Works like a charm...." Read more

    "...However, in the past few months the Circle service has been buggy with zero to no customer support resolution...." Read more

    105 customers mention64 positive41 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of setup of the networking router. Some mention that it's easy to set up and use, while others say that it is not nearly as user friendly as the video suggests. They say that the app does not have an easy way of managing multiple users on a shared device, and there is not much explanation of how to use it.

    "...Installation: Surprisingly easy, I installed the app, connected the Circle to my Linksys Velop mesh network router and followed some instructions..." Read more

    "...The Bad: First, it is not nearly as user friendly as the video suggests! Not even close!..." Read more

    "...And it's so easy to add a device to a group that way. It's a little tedious to set all the limits and whatnot, but it's worth it...." Read more

    "...The account creation was fairly straightforward, again, not too much details on setup, but I've not run into anything yet that I've needed to..." Read more

    65 customers mention12 positive53 negative

    Customers are not satisfied with the value of the networking router. They mention that it's a total waste of money, useless, and not a tenable solution for people with kids with Chromebooks. They also say that the setup is flawed and non-intuitive. Overall, customers are disappointed with the product's value.

    "...The only con is that I wish the subscription fee was lower...." Read more

    "...product I want to like, It's a good idea, but with a limited, and somewhat poor, implementation...." Read more

    "...So far, its been a complete waste of money and time. My suggestion is to try other options." Read more

    "Not a mature product- Kids are able to find ways around to access videos and games-..." Read more

    55 customers mention3 positive52 negative

    Customers have connectivity issues with the router. They mention that they have issues with internet connection, latency goes up to 600 ms, and drops wireless connection a lot. Some say that the router makes their kids devices almost unusable for internet. They also say that it shuts off and then the internet stops working for everyone.

    "...I turned it back on and the devices still didn't connect...." Read more

    "...It completely blocks use of WiFi at church and at school, because those networks don’t allow VPN and their networks are already locked-down...." Read more

    "...Circle Home Plus to my Netgear Router R7000: 2 school provided devices not completed connected (some programs have no connection)...." Read more

    "...However, this device has been very problematic for my network. It causes inexplicable intermittent latency, device freezes, and significant lagging...." Read more

    47 customers mention4 positive43 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the speed of the networking router. They mention that it makes their internet really slow, causes inexplicable intermittent latency, device freezes, and significant lagging. The app runs super slowly, and it slows down browsing. It's also slow to refresh settings, and seems to slow down speeds for kids. Some say that the websites time out and will lot load despite the router's blocking WiFi. Overall, customers are disappointed with the throughput and the time it takes to shut off the WiFi.

    "**Update** 2 weeks in dropped rating to 2 starsSo the timings don't work as others have said here...." Read more

    "...It causes inexplicable intermittent latency, device freezes, and significant lagging...." Read more

    "...1. Wifi signal - not sure why but even for me it slowed down my wifi significantly after installation...." Read more

    "...It dramatically slows down the internet for the whole house which you end up hearing from your family all day long...." Read more

    31 customers mention0 positive31 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the circle compatibility of the router. They mention that it does nothing for non-internet based apps, has a lot of issues, and does not work with Apple products. The app is terrible and does nothing on phones. Customers also mention that the router does not support Ubiquity gear.

    "...Second, it does nothing for non-internet based apps or calling or texting...." Read more

    "..."catastrophic failures" that result in the Circle Device not being accessible via the app and gives no indication that anything is wrong...." Read more

    "...controls for bedtime, etc are pretty decent, though the specific apps listed seem limited and out of date, and kids don't want to be found dead..." Read more

    "...2. Screen time control - the options are somewhat limited and lack a lot of customization...." Read more

    21 customers mention0 positive21 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the tech support provided by the networking router. They mention that the how-to tutorials are useless and the support is less helpful. They also say that the reports are not particularly informative and the website is not clear.

    "...Even background calls, ads. But it will not give you detail beyond the website accessed...." Read more

    "...Sometimes it shows the wrong info because it's so slow to refresh settings according to the timers...." Read more

    "...the log files are not very easy to understand - if you have amazon or netflix is open (app or on the navigator) and you are not watching the movie..." Read more

    "The WiFi signal seemed really good and dependable. The tech support is a little lacking...their canned responses to my messages was annoying and..." Read more

    Doesn't work and has major issues
    2 Stars
    Doesn't work and has major issues
    **Update** 2 weeks in dropped rating to 2 starsSo the timings don't work as others have said here.I just tried to give my daughter more time and it just wouldn't work at all.So in the end I just bypassed circle by using the random mac address feature in windows.My daughter is only 10 years old and she's still nice enough to ask for extra time.However I'd actually be a little disappointed if by 12 she isn't bypassing this herself.Don't buy unless you have really obedient kids.This won't enforce anything and will actually cause you more headaches than it will solve.**original review**So yes it does what it says on the tin, "Kind of"I was already using OpenDNS which is pretty much exactly what Circle is doing under the hood , DNS ARP poisoning which means acting as the name server for your devices and then forwarding the requests on after applying rules.If you already have a way of doing this either via , OpenDNS/Cisco Umbrella , a Fing Box or an Ad sinkhole like PiHole then don't bother with Circle as it's no better than any of those and way more expensive.I have all of the above devices and services so this is a fairly informed review.I gave it 3 stars as there are major issues which are easy fixes however I believe the devs have been lazy.Firstly the biggest issue is the HSTS issues. So Circle will just display a cert error instead of a customer error page like Circle does on Netflix routers with Circle built in.They see a request for a https cert so they can at this point redirect to a custom page when a block is about to happen however they just the request fail to an ugly someone is trying to hack you page provided by chrome.Then the whole issue around timing , if you set up times for blocks then the are all screwed. Their FAQ states that it comes from the phones settings however my device is set to PST and the blocks are happening at GMT/UTC. And you can't just change the times in the app no you have to totally delete your account and set it up again and hope that their bug doesn't take effect again.For a simple DNS sinkhole it's not worth it and I would recommend people buy either a PiHole for about $30 which will also block all ads on your network which is something that Circle doesn't do.Or a Fing Box.giving us the options to import block lists would be useful as then we could also block advertising networks etc.So for what it is a really basic DNS blocker which is overpriced I'll rate it at only 3 stars and that's being generous.BY the way the app only has 2 settingsAdd people and add devices that's it , For people you can add times for when apps can be used. however again super basic.This device is made for mom and pops who are not technical at all and need a really basic way to prevent their kids from getting online. Note it won't prevent any tech savvy kids as they will easily bypass it.
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    Jalal
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great asset and helpful
    Reviewed in Canada on October 8, 2022
    Tarik
    1.0 out of 5 stars It is just waste of money
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 21, 2023
    Dennis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must have for all parents
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Must have for all parents
    Reviewed in Australia on August 13, 2021
    after install, day 2 already see my kids activities in internet.
    Now is time to correct them with facts. thanks Circle.
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    1.0 out of 5 stars Don’t waste your time.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Working well!
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