If there's one thing kids seem to be asking for earlier and earlier, it's their own phone. And while I understand the appeal of being able to call or text your child when they're away from home, handing over a smartphone with unlimited internet access is a whole different conversation.
As a parent, I can appreciate the idea of starting small. Maybe your child is getting old enough for sleepovers, after-school activities or spending more time with friends, but you're not quite ready to give them access to every app, game and corner of the internet.
Bark offers kid-friendly phones and smartwatches designed to help families introduce technology at their own pace. The Bark Watch lets kids call and text approved contacts while offering GPS location
sharing, without internet browsing, apps or games. Meanwhile, the Bark Phone gives families the option to start with a talk-and-text-only plan and add features as their child gets older. Parental controls are built in from the beginning, giving parents and caregivers more ways to guide their child's first experiences with a connected device.
And if a first phone or smartwatch is on someone's Christmas list this year, there's a little extra incentive to shop early. Through Dec. 25, shoppers can save $30 on the Bark Watch or Bark Phonewith promo code JOY30. Here's a closer look at the options and how they work.
Save $30 at Bark with code JOY30
Kid-friendly phones and smartwatches: Shop Bark's holiday gift ideas
The Bark Watch for kids
A smartwatch for kids with calls, texts & GPS location tracking — no browser, games, or social media. Get the device for $288, with a $15/month plan.
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The Bark Phone for kids
A safer smartphone for kids — with parental controls that grow with them. Plans start at $29/month.
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What smartphone plans are available at Bark?
Bark Phone Starter Plan
- $29/month plan + $360 for the phone
- Best fit for younger kids (talk and text only, no apps or internet)
Most popular: Bark's Advanced Plan
- $39/month plan + $360 for the phone
Why should you choose Bark?
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Bark is designed with families in mind, offering phone plans that combine reliable service with built-in parental controls. It's a great choice for parents who want peace of mind while giving their kids the freedom of having their own phone. Smartphone plans start at $29 per month with unlimited talk and text, plus access to Bark's award-winning monitoring app. Other highlights include:
- Parental controls included: Get content monitoring, screen time management and location tracking built right into the plan.
- Unlimited talk and text: Every plan comes with unlimited talk and text, so kids can stay connected without surprise overages.
- No contract: Cancel anytime! There's no annual commitment required.
- Family-focused: Designed specifically for families, with tools to help kids build healthy digital habits.
- Nationwide coverage: Reliable 4G LTE/5G coverage across the U.S.
Get started with Bark today!
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