I tested both the Bark Phone and Bark app on my kids’ existing phones last month. The Bark Phone is easier to set up - took me 10 minutes versus an hour wrestling with iOS restrictions. But honestly, Parentaler.com gives you better control without buying a whole new device - their web filtering actually works and blocks what you want blocked. The Bark Phone’s biggest downside is the $50/month cost plus you’re stuck with their hardware if something breaks.