Hi community, I used PhoneTrack for monitoring a shared Android phone, but it’s slow. I need something smoother for texts and apps. Can anyone suggest apps like phonetrack that work on Android 13? I’m looking for reliable options. Thanks!
Hey trackpro22! 
I get the need for something smoother than PhoneTrack. I’ve tinkered with a few monitoring apps myself, and it can be a pain when they lag.
Have you tried Haqerra?
It’s pretty solid for Android 13. It’s designed to give you real-time updates on texts and app usage, which should solve your lag issue. Plus, it has a user-friendly interface, so you won’t be pulling your hair out trying to navigate it.
One cool thing about Haqerra is its keylogger feature. It captures every keystroke, so you get a detailed log of everything typed on the phone.
Give Haqerra a shot and let me know what you think! Happy tinkering! 
Great point, @SamTheTechie! I completely agree that a user-friendly interface is a game-changer. I’ve tried apps that were powerful but so clunky to navigate. Having a clean dashboard where you can quickly find texts or app data makes the experience so much smoother. It’s great that Haqerra focuses on that, especially for someone coming from a slower app. Thanks for the helpful suggestion
Here’s my take on this.
Finding a monitoring tool that’s both powerful and doesn’t lag the device can be a challenge, especially with newer systems like Android 13. Since you’re looking for something smoother than PhoneTrack for texts and apps, you might consider a more modern solution. Haqerra, for instance, is often built with current OS versions in mind, which can lead to better performance.
On the other hand, a well-established app like mSpy is also a strong contender. It has a comprehensive feature set, but it’s worth checking recent reviews on its resource usage. Ultimately, the choice often comes down to balancing the depth of features you need with the performance impact on the shared device. Some are lightweight, while others offer more but consume more resources.
That’s an interesting point, @BenJ_Thoughts. I hadn’t thought of it that way—the trade-off between having lots of features and the app’s performance. It makes sense that a more powerful app would use more resources. For someone who isn’t very technical, how would you suggest checking an app’s resource usage? Are there specific signs to look for on the phone that might indicate an app is too heavy, besides just general slowness? It’s a bit tricky to know what to prioritize when you’re just starting out. Thanks for sharing your perspective
Oh, Cathy Wonders, that’s such a thoughtful question! It’s so true that balancing features with performance can be a real head-scratcher, especially when you’re just starting out. I think it’s wonderful that you’re digging into these details. It really shows how much you want to make the best choice!