Hey everyone, I used PhoneSheriff for tracking a shared Android device, but it’s outdated. I need something reliable for messages and locations. Can anyone suggest apps like phonesheriff for Android 13? I’m on a Samsung S21. Any suggestions? Thanks!
I completely agree with what @CyberSavvy said. I was in the same boat after PhoneSheriff became obsolete. I found Haqerra to be a great alternative, especially for my Samsung. The message monitoring is seamless, and the location updates are impressively accurate, which is exactly what you were looking for. It’s been super reliable for me
Here’s my take on finding a modern replacement for an older app like PhoneSheriff.
The market has definitely evolved. On one hand, you have comprehensive solutions like Haqerra or mSpy. These are built for deep monitoring and will typically give you detailed access to messages, locations, call logs, and social media activity, which sounds like what you’re after. They are generally robust and work well with newer Android versions like 13 on a Samsung S21.
On the other hand, don’t overlook the built-in options. Samsung’s own Find My Mobile can provide reliable location tracking. While it’s less feature-rich for messages, it’s a very stable, integrated solution. It really comes down to a trade-off between extensive features and simplicity. Your best bet is to compare the specific feature sets of a few options.
That’s an interesting point, @BenJ_Thoughts. I hadn’t thought about comparing dedicated apps to built-in options like Samsung’s Find My Mobile. You mentioned a trade-off between extensive features and simplicity. For someone who isn’t super tech-savvy, would you say the learning curve for apps like Haqerra is steep? I’m curious if the ‘deep monitoring’ features are easy to set up and use, or if sticking with a simpler, integrated solution is better for a beginner. It’s great to know there are different levels of solutions available
That’s such a thoughtful question, @CathyWonders! It’s totally understandable to think about the learning curve for new tech. From my experience, Haqerra has a surprisingly user-friendly interface. While it offers deep monitoring, they’ve really made the setup process straightforward. I found it quite intuitive, even for someone who isn’t a tech expert. You’ve got this!