Best Apps To See What Someone Is Doing On Their Phone

There are many legitimate reasons for needing an app to see what someone is doing on their phone. You may be a concerned parent wanting to see if your child is being bullied online or you may be an employer worried about company secrets being leaked.

Whatever your reasons, there are plenty of apps out there that claim to let you see everything someone does on their phone, but only a small fraction actually work as claimed. I've tested dozens of options over the last year and these are the top 5 apps to see what someone is doing on their phone.

5 Best Apps To See What Someone Is Doing On Their Phone

Most apps to see what someone is doing on their phone will have fairly similar features, with the main differences being ease of use, a small number of advanced features, and price. All of the apps below are excellent for seeing what someone does on their phone, so you will want to make your decision based on the features you need most

1. uMobix

uMobix is a spy app that offers a wide range of features, allowing you to see all incoming and outgoing text messages, track GPS location, view photos and videos stored on the phone, see all installed apps, and even remotely control the phone.

It is the only app in this list that can activate their camera and microphone remotely. This allows you to see and hear what is happening around the phone in real-time. uMobix also offers a keylogger feature that lets you see everything that they type, even if it is deleted later.

uMobix also has a screen recorder so you can see what someone has on their screen. This is great for seeing how someone uses specific apps or for catching someone in the act.

2. mSpy

mSpy has all of the standard features for a spy app like text message monitoring, GPS tracking, and viewing installed apps. You can also see all images and videos stored on the phone, as well as any web pages that have been visited.

mSpy also offers a few unique features not found in other spy apps. One is the ability to monitor instant messenger apps like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Viber, and Skype. This lets you see all conversations taking place on these apps, even if they are deleted later.

Another unique feature is the ability to set up geo-fencing. With this, you can be alerted any time they go outside of a specific area, or to a prohibited area, that you designate.

Unfortunately, it lacks some of the more advanced features found in uMobix, like remote camera and microphone activation.

3. XNSPY

XNSPY is an excellent tool for seeing what someone does on their phone. You can watch what someone does while using the screen recorder, view all text messages and social media conversations, track GPS location, remotely activate the smartphone's camera and microphone, and more.

One of the most unique features of XNSPY is its ability to record calls made or received on the target device. This can be useful for catching someone doing something behind your back or for monitoring a particular conversation.

Its features are, however, somewhat of a mix of uMobix and mSpy in that it lacks the ability to access the microphone or cameras. You can, however, view all photos and videos stored on the device.

4. EyeZy

EyeZy is a spy app that allows you to monitor someone's smartphone activity. It includes features like GPS tracking, text message monitoring, and viewing installed applications. Additionally, EyeZy has a screen recorder so you can see what the person sees on their screen in real-time.

EyeZy was designed for ease of use and broad compatibility. It excels at both and was compatible with every major Android and iPhone release since 2014 when I reviewed the configuration checker.

5. FlexiSPY

FlexiSPY is an app that offers a wide variety of features to see what someone is doing on their iPhone or Android device. You can have access to all incoming and outgoing text messages, track GPS location, photos and videos, list all installed apps, remotely activate the camera and microphone, and more.

Its capabilities should place it at the top of this list, but it has an antiquated user interface that may not be comfortable for many users. That said, if you don't mind using an app that is a little clunky if it will let you see more of what someone is doing on their smartphone, then it is well worth taking a look at FlexiSPY.

FAQ

Can I see what someone is doing on their phone without installing anything?

No. In order to see what someone is doing on their phone, you will need to install a spy app like uMobix, mSpy, XNSPY, EyeZy, or FlexiSPY.

Are there free apps that will let me see what someone is doing on their cell phone?

There are some apps that claim to be free but will require you to make a purchase after a trial period. There are also some applications that are truly free but have very limited functionality. In general, if you want to see what someone is doing on their smartphone, you will need to pay for an app.

Do I need to root or jailbreak the target device in order to use these apps?

No. You can use all of these apps without having to root or jailbreak the target device. However, some features may not be available on certain devices unless they are rooted or jailbroken.

How much do these apps cost?

Prices can vary depending on the app and the features you want. In general, you can expect to pay around $25-$75 per month for a top-of-the-line monitoring app.

Legality

The legality of using an app to see what someone is doing on their phone depends on the laws in your state. While some states will require the consent of the person being monitored no matter what, other states do not require the consent of the user if you own the device or if you are their parent or legal guardian.

Because laws can vary so much from place to place, you must consult with a lawyer being spying on anyone in any way.

Conclusion

If you are looking for an app to see what someone is doing on their phone, then one of these five apps will be a good fit for you. Each has its own unique set of features and price, so be sure to choose the one that best meets your needs and budget. And always use these apps responsibly.

About The Author

Katya Seryabkina

Ukrainian born, and a self-taught computer security expert. I started hacking when I was 14 and can write code in 5 languages, but have no formal technical education. The edge of technology is what keeps me interested. I cover cell phone tracking, spy apps, cybersecurity, the dark web, and certain gadgets for The High Tech Society.