Gabb Phone 4 Pro - Phone for Kids and Teens, GPS Tracker, No Social Media or Internet, Fees Required

I got this phone for my child. She's autistic and need a small phone. anyways, I didn't know it couldn't play any games, so I returned it, but it is a good phone. I should have done more research about this phone, but it's good for them to have if you, if you don't want to play games.

A Great First Phone for Kids – Gabb Phone 4 ProWe recently got the Gabb Phone 4 Pro for our 10-year-old, and it’s been a great choice for a first phone. As a parent, I love that it offers essential features without the distractions of social media or risky apps.What We Like:✅ Kid-Friendly Features – The phone has calling, texting, GPS tracking, and a handful of safe apps, so kids can stay connected without the typical smartphone distractions.✅ Durable Design – It’s lightweight but feels sturdy enough to handle daily use (and the occasional drop).✅ Parental Controls – The Gabb settings allow me to manage contacts and app access, giving me peace of mind.✅ Great Battery Life – It holds a charge well, lasting through a full day of use.✅ No Internet Browser – I appreciate that there’s no unrestricted internet access, keeping the focus on communication and safety.What Could Be Better:➖ The camera is decent but not as high-quality as mainstream smartphones.➖ Initially, photos were appearing upside down when opened from the Photos app, but this was resolved by switching to the Gallery app instead.Final ThoughtsThe Gabb Phone 4 Pro strikes a perfect balance between giving kids independence and keeping them safe. It’s a great way for them to stay connected without the distractions of social media or unnecessary apps. If you’re looking for a beginner-friendly, worry-free phone for your child, this is a solid option!

TL;DR Great first device for “tech in steps.” For users with additional device control needs especially. May not suit some users, but if you're in the market, give Gabb a look and/or try!Full review:Decent service, decent device. No other company offers such robust, granular parental control.Hardware:Made by Samsung (A15 or 16, can't remember)Headphone Jack (yes!)Decent 13MP front and 50MP rear cameras5000mAh battery that lasts FOREVER (at least mine did)MicroSD slotSide button finger print sensor (which isn't as great if you're used to the on-screen one as I was, and often I forgot was there, but still a welcome addition nevertheless)Premium feelPremium designSoftware:Android-based but heavily Gabb-altered (but not in a bad way, see next points)No Internet browserExtra apps (currently only offered on 4 Pro Advanced plan; must be approved to download to the device or show up in the Play Store)Contact-management defaults to user-managed and filters unknown contact messages/calls to requests tabOptional Parent-Approved contact mode blocks ALL contacts except parent approvedLocation tracking capabilitiesFactory Reset disabled to protect kids’ devicesPlans:Starter: 25-30 pre-tax: NO picture/group msg (MMS), cloud storage for pictures/contacts, no other frillsStandard: 30-35 pre-tax; adds MMS, Gabb Music Lite (explicit free radio-style music), more cloud storageAdvanced: 35-50? pre-tax; switches to Gabb Music Plus (more typical customizable music player with same artist/song access), 3-10GB data, 3rd party app suppory, and additional cloud storageAvailable apps subject to change, but all reviewed/approved by Gabb. Only parent-permitted apps available on the deviceIf your desired app is unavailable, submit as many requests as you like from the accountPoints to consider:Objectively overpriced as of Mar 2025 (less of the typical phone features, and often higher monthly than adding a line to an existing family plan)Not without quirks (examples: verification codes come through as requests, or not at all with Parent-Approved contacts mode; links don't work because there's no browser support; and many apps don't allow login because they require browser/Google account access)Sometimes lags when you are pushing the RAM to it's limits, but that's to be expected and normalOverall, I recommend the watch for younger kids, and the 4 Pro for everyone else (since it's the only one that can do 3rd party apps currently). Just be prepared that your kids are GOING to lose their watches from time to time. Mine did lol. More on why I don't recommend the 4 on its own review.Full Disclaimer: *former* customer of almost 1.5 years from Oct 2023 to Mar 2025 and *former* employee for 6 months during that time.I got this phone as a way to disconnect more from my devices and connect more with my kids. I was using it as my daily driver and yes, I did port over my number, which was surprisingly seamless. Ultimately, since I had some deal breakers (the main one being text authentication codes) I ended up porting out and this was seamless also.

Bought for my grandaughter, she can only text or call friends approved by her parents, no access to social media and can only access approved web sites.

We absolutely love this phone for our teenage daughter. This is our second Gabb pro phone, our other son has one as well. We have used Gabb watches for years. We love their service, and the products, as well as their support team. Our 12-year-old daughter loves this device as well, she loves being able to stay connected with her friends, family, and the parent approved apps are giving her a freedom that she really enjoys. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a first phone for their kids and teens!

The media could not be loaded. We got this phone for our 13y/o son. We have been adamant about not giving him a cell phone until he was 16 because we did not want him to be exposed to social media outlets or have the internet at his fingertips. But it has been increasingly difficult to get a hold of him during sports practices, hanging with friends, or going to the movies etc. And I have to admit that calling his friends phones to get a hold of my son hasn’t been great, at all. I had tried the watch that can send and receive calls and texts but my son was straight up embarrassed by it and wouldn’t wear it. I was SO excited to have come across this service!! At the very least (I thought while ordering) the phone looks like a legit smart phone and my son wouldn’t be embarrassed by it at all. So I figured it was a win. Then I received the phone and WOW! I didn’t even realize that it’s the same smart phone that my husband has! The set up was easy, and the company even reached out to me asking how the set up was and how the purchase is going for us! I really couldn’t be happier, and I can not wait to see my sons face when he gets it on Christmas morning!