2010 Parental Control & Internet Filtering Guide

The best way to protect your family online is to get an effective Internet Filter. There are many filters in the market, but very few are able to filter effectively. Below are some of the top rated filters with a detailed feature list. We have divided each internet filter into four different categories: Feature Set, Ease of Use, Ease of Setup and Overall Effectiveness. FamilyInternetSafety.com has reviewed the top ten filters and has ranked them for you.

Product Rating Links Summary
Net Nanny
Our Rating
10

User Rating
9
$39.99
3 months
FREE


Trial
14-days Free

With a robust feature set including: remote administration, image-safe-search, chat monitoring/blocking, Internet game blocking, time-restrictions and plenty more, Family Internet Safety gives Net Nanny our #1 rating.   Company Site



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CyberPatrol
Our Rating
8.5

User Rating
5
$39.95


Trial
14-days Free

CyberPatrol`s Internet filter was one of the most feature heavy products we reviewed. From application blocking, stealth mode, time allowance and many more, CyberPatrol had the most features of all products. Although the product had all of the right features it was not the most intuitive to use.   Company Site



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SafeEyes
Our Rating
8

User Rating
8
$49.95


Trial
15-days

SafeEyes`s Internet filter was one of the easiest and most user-friendly products we reviewed. With the cross platform capabilities (works on PC and Mac), remote management, time management, and many more.   Company Site



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ChildSafe
Our Rating
7.5

User Rating
6
$39.95


Trial
No Trial

From computer time restrictions to temporary override passwords, Child Safe provides several features that offer another level of customization. With these new features it also made Child Safe difficult to manage and a little overwhelming. The user interface can be confusing at times and is cluttered with descriptions and tool tips.   Company Site



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CyberSitter
Our Rating
7

User Rating
6
$39.95


Trial
10-days Free

CyberSitter is noted for its simplicity in design, unique feature set and ease of use. Some of CyberSitter`s unique features include: Scanning your hard disk for objectionable material and a SnoopStick to monitor your computer from any Internet connection (for an additional cost).   Company Site



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Bsafe
Our Rating
6

User Rating
6
$49.95


Trial
No Trial

With Windows User integration, password overrides, customizable white list and 36 categories Bsafe is beginning to step it up. Although they do not provide a trial they do have an excellent return policy.   Company Site



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CyberSentinel
Our Rating
5

User Rating
5
$39.95


Trial
No Trial

CyberSentinel's Internet filter had several great features including: screen captures, time restrictions, application blocking and windows user integration. It was not the most intuitive and somewhat confusing to use.   Company Site



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WebWatcher
Our Rating
3

User Rating
2
$169.95
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$99.95

Trial
No Trial

Good Product for monitoring   Company Site



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iShield
Our Rating
2.5

User Rating
2
$24.95


Trial
30-days

Good Product for blocking images   Company Site



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McAfee
Our Rating
2

User Rating
4
$34.99


Trial
30-days Free

McAfee Parental Controls were difficult to install and very easily bypassed. It is a convenient part of the McAfee Security Suite, but recommended for only young children.   Company Site



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