mSpy — Overview & Pricing
mSpy is a Parental Controls service with plans starting from $29.99/month. Browse pricing tiers, available discounts, and alternatives below.
Updated: May 2026
About mSpy
mSpy
mSpy is operated by Brainstack Tech Limited (formerly MyTrue Solutions), headquartered in London, United Kingdom (registered in Belize) (Privately held). The product launched in 2010 and is a mobile monitoring and parental-control product. This 2026 review covers operator context, the current tier ladder, the feature set that matters for buyers and the live signals to watch before subscribing.
Quick facts
- Operator: Brainstack Tech Limited (formerly MyTrue Solutions)
- Headquarters: London, United Kingdom (registered in Belize)
- Public-market status: Privately held
- Founded: 2010
- Category: Kids & Family
- Current tiers: Basic / Premium
- Anchor price (2026): ~$39.99/mo
- Competitive set: competing with FlexiSPY, KidsGuard and Hoverwatch in mobile monitoring
What is mSpy?
mSpy is a mobile monitoring and parental-control product. The product is competing with FlexiSPY, KidsGuard and Hoverwatch in mobile monitoring. Customers buy a tier that matches their usage profile — the entry tier handles Android and iOS device monitoring, while the mid and premium tiers add depth such as call logs, SMS, social media tracking and GPS location tracking and geofencing. Subscription billing happens through the operator's checkout or partner billing surfaces (App Store / Google Play / direct card on file).
Why choose mSpy
Operator and market position
Brainstack Tech Limited (formerly MyTrue Solutions) runs mSpy from London, United Kingdom (registered in Belize). Its public-market status (Privately held) and category position (competing with FlexiSPY, KidsGuard and Hoverwatch in mobile monitoring) shape the credibility of the operator's roadmap and pricing decisions. Buyers should weigh that operator context alongside headline features — a well-capitalised parent typically translates into faster bug fixes, longer support cycles and more predictable price changes than a smaller indie operator.
Subscription ladder and pricing
The mSpy tier ladder runs Basic, Premium. Anchor pricing in 2026 starts around ~$39.99/mo for the entry tier and steps up by tier with named feature unlocks. Confirm the live regional price on the operator's site, then cross-check Subger's true-price tracker for mSpy for the all-in renewal cost after taxes and FX conversion.
Apps, protocols and customer support
Apps and customer-experience surfaces matter as much as headline feature counts. mSpy delivers its core workflow across the platform surfaces listed in the platform table below, with notifications and self-service flows handled in-app. The 2025-2026 differentiator to watch: continued positioning as parental-control product after multiple high-profile leak incidents (2018, 2024).
mSpy features that matter in 2026
Current feature set that buyers should weigh:
- Android and iOS device monitoring
- call logs, SMS, social media tracking
- GPS location tracking and geofencing
- keystroke logger and web-browsing history
- screen recording
- stealth installation mode
Feature availability varies by region and tier; the headline list above reflects the operator's positioning. Confirm specific regional availability on the operator's marketing pages before committing.
mSpy pricing in 2026
The mSpy tier ladder in 2026 looks like:
| Tier | Best for | Reference price (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | budget-conscious or entry users | ~$39.99/mo |
| Premium | standard subscribers | ~$69.99/mo or $99.99/3mo |
Headline prices step up across the ladder; promotional first-period anchors and regional FX can change the all-in cost. Subger's tools reconcile the list price with the actual renewal cost:
| Subger tool | What it shows |
|---|---|
| True-price tracker | List price changes plus historical promotional anchors |
| Deals page | Active discounts and limited-time offers |
| Promo codes | Stackable codes for new and existing subscribers |
| Cancel guide | Step-by-step termination by billing surface |
mSpy apps and platform support
| Surface | Status |
|---|---|
| Web app | Yes |
| API / integrations | Yes |
| iOS / Android | Where offered |
| Browser extensions | Where offered |
| Admin console | Higher tiers |
| Customer-support email | Yes |
Surface availability can vary by region and tier; confirm current app availability and supported devices on the operator's site before subscribing.
Security audits and transparency
Operator transparency
mSpy publishes operator transparency materials through its public website. Buyers in privacy-sensitive categories should review the operator's published no-logs or zero-knowledge policy, jurisdictional notes and any third-party audits before subscribing.
Third-party audits
Look for independent audits (e.g. by big-four accounting firms or specialist security auditors) of mSpy's security claims and infrastructure. Audit reports — where they exist — are the strongest external validation for privacy-product claims.
Who mSpy fits
mSpy is most likely a good match for the following buyers:
- Parents wanting to monitor children's mobile devices (and a controversial spousal-monitoring grey market) — the core target audience for the product.
- Category-focused subscribers who specifically want Android and iOS device monitoring from competing with FlexiSPY, KidsGuard and Hoverwatch in mobile monitoring rather than a generalist platform.
- Tier-comparing households or teams evaluating the Basic → Premium ladder and willing to pay up for keystroke logger and web-browsing history.
- Cross-device users who need apps across the surfaces in the platform table above.
- Price-sensitive shoppers who want to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to annual billing.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs mSpy and where is it based?
mSpy is run by Brainstack Tech Limited (formerly MyTrue Solutions), headquartered in London, United Kingdom (registered in Belize). The operator's public-market status is: Privately held. The product was founded in 2010.
How much does mSpy cost in 2026?
The 2026 tier ladder is Basic, Premium, with anchor pricing starting around ~$39.99/mo. Regional currency and promotional cycles can shift the all-in cost; Subger's true-price tracker reconciles the headline price with renewal reality.
Is there a free tier or free trial for mSpy?
Yes — the Basic tier is positioned as an entry option without an immediate paid commitment.
Where is mSpy available?
Availability follows the operator's licensing and service footprint from London, United Kingdom (registered in Belize). Confirm regional availability on the official site before subscribing.
What 2025-2026 features set mSpy apart right now?
The live differentiator to watch: continued positioning as parental-control product after multiple high-profile leak incidents (2018, 2024). Pair that with the headline features (Android and iOS device monitoring, call logs, SMS, social media tracking, GPS location tracking and geofencing) to judge whether the current roadmap fits your needs.
Which competitors should buyers compare mSpy against?
mSpy is most directly competing with FlexiSPY, KidsGuard and Hoverwatch in mobile monitoring. Run a side-by-side feature and price comparison with those alternatives — Subger's category pages help with the shortlist.
How do I cancel mSpy?
Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled subscriptions. Subger's cancellation guide for mSpy walks through each route step-by-step.
Does mSpy offer a team or multi-seat plan?
Multi-user, household or seat structure depends on the tier. Higher tiers commonly add admin controls or extra streams; entry tiers can restrict simultaneous usage. Confirm the per-tier seat limit on the live pricing page before committing.
How can I track price changes for mSpy?
Subger's renewal tracker for mSpy records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discount codes and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.
Get started with mSpy
Confirm the current regional price on the Brainstack Tech Limited (formerly MyTrue Solutions) signup page, choose the tier that matches your usage (Basic or Premium are the most common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for mSpy for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.
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Pricing
Monthly Plan
from $29.99
/month
Annual Equivalent
from $359.88
/year
| Regional pricing | Monthly |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸United StatesUSD | $29.99 |
Prices converted at current exchange rate
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