Circle with Disney Wi-Fi Hotspot Modem (CIRC001)

this is a control box, not a new router, it controls your router

this box dosent make new WIFI beside of your own one, it works on the WIFI you already have. Everything by APP, real time setting, just like a snap. It would be perfect if attach a longer net wire. Is it possible make POE so that dont need to find additional power plug in?Read full review

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: steals_ndeals

a good idea, not executed well

its constantly picking up devices to integrate to its system and creating havoc
wish i could see clearly which connection is my 8 year olds, but it inst evident as her connection isn't static, the ip changes and the mac address is not descriptive

final straw was it blocking her zoom sessions with her tutors

i have patience, but this requires more patience then i have
its gone now, the device, i broke it in frustration

i love the idea, but it isn't an easy fix using the circle deviceRead full review

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: pre-owned • Sold by: smokinjo2

Great Tool for Managing WiFi

If you are looking for a device to replace you as a parent, then you will NEVER find what you are looking for, not even this incredible tool. However, if you are seeking something to help you teach your child to navigate this crazy electronic age we live in, then the Disney Circle is awesome! We have decided NOT to have unlimited data on our cell service, so our 13 year-olds are required to use WiFi a majority of the time. The circle allows us to set limits on time and content, requiring our kids to have conversations with us when they want to have more time online or to discuss why some site is blocked. LOVE this! It allows us to filter the content WE see as well, since I also want to protect myself from garbage that tends to seep into even innocent searches. As an aside, it has worked to protect us from hackers... the default setting for the primary “profile” is to not have filters or time limits, but we actually have it set to PAUSE. As soon as an unwanted party attempts to join our WiFi (which happened about a year ago before we figured out how to prevent this with the circle, and they attempted to access all our bank info), they are locked and cannot do anything on our WiFi. I am notified that a device has added to the network and I can then move them to an appropriate profile. I have simply set up another profile that I can move guests or random devices (like the Apple TV) into such that there are no limits on them. Seriously, I cannot say enough positive things about this little thing. I regret that they “upgraded” it and this model is discontinued. I really do not want to pay a monthly fee for the features that were free in the first generation. Why ruin a good thing?! Oh, right... $$$ in their pockets. I recommend Gen 1 Disney Circle, and suggest you buy them now before they are completely obsolete. Read full review

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: pre-owned • Sold by: 6te1store

Can't get it to work on my network

I have followed every instruction to the letter, read the website, and consulted online forums. The device simply will not connect. I'm calling in expert help this weekend. If we get it working, I'll revise my review, but so far I would definitely *not* agree with those who say the set up is easy.Read full review

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: gagreatdeals

Need instructions

It needs to come with actual instructions for setup and for making changes as you go along. I tried to give a later bedtime and it did not work to allow access after the cutoff and I had/have no idea why. Also, initially it detected every device and my work PC was shut off from the Internet. Finally, there is free wifi from our cable provider that sometimes works, so cutting off the house wifi is only partially effective.Read full review

5★ however...

Circle works as expected, however it has some significant shortcomings. It looks like development is adding features rapidly, so I'm keeping it. I'm pairing with other parental control solutions to achieve a solution for my family for now.

• only monitors one network name (SSID) - if you want to monitor cell data use, multiple access points or a guest network you have to adjust - or get circle go app $5/mo. Mesh networks, 2G/5G, & extenders are ok. (Ref OurPact or Norton Family)

• Circle Go app on Android uses a VPN, which impacts battery life. iOS works differently.

• 'Pause' is great, but I want to set a time frame like 'Pause until 8:00'. (Ref OurPact)

• Shared devices: each device can only be assigned to one person so there's no good option if you have a desktop with multiple logins, e.g. kids &/or adults. An adult can manually reassign the device, but there's no set & forget. (Ref. Norton Family)Read full review

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: quickships96

Finally a parental control that is easy to use

I think of myself as more technical than the average person. Previously all attempts to control my kids devices required dealing with cumbersome network rules. Disney Circle finally makes it user friendly! The controlling app is intuitive, designed with users in mind and basically allows (parental) control on access. And yes, you can control this from anywhere you are, you do not have to be at home, I believe.Read full review

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: gAK0Wy-JSJW@Del...

Warnig Roblox dosnt work with circle

Roblox does not work at all if circle is turn on some parents might find that a plus but that is the only game my son plays so i cant use the other great filters the product offers

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: pre-owned • Sold by: sallyportsellin

Every parent should have it

Its a great product and every parent should have it. Its worth each penny. It has time limits, filters, bed time etc etc. I really liked grouping all my kid devices into one single profile and setting time limits on the profile.Read full review

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: ivancito16

Good device for young children

Good device for younger children however,,my 10 year old autistic son had it bypassed in one day.

Verified purchase:  Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: coop1523