Spector Pro Facts, Features and Consumer Reviews
Spector Pro is primarily a Computer Monitoring Software suite that claims to be, not only the most trusted monitoring software in the world, but as also the most feature-rich, while being easy and intuitive.
Spector Pro to be an extremely efficient, easy to use computer monitoring product. Though it does have minimal filtering and blocking capabilities, generally only blocking websites, computer games and programs, instant messaging and chat rooms- this is more than a lot of other monitoring software products. Spector Soft released Spector Pro Mac 2009 this year.
To Install Spector Pro go to the Official Website
Spector Pro Rating: 7/10
Buy Spector Pro: $99.95 (1 PC)
Spector Pro Verdict:
If you are looking for a extremely in-depth thorough parental monitoring suite for just one computer and are not too concerned with filtering and blocking then Spector Pro does work as stated and is definitely worth considering. Be aware, there is no trial period and make sure you sort out any problems within 72 hours or you will not be elidgible for a refund.
Spector Pro Main Features
Spector Pro Monitoring
Screen Snapshots: Yes, VCR style playback, not just what they do but the order in which they do it
Online Search Recording: Yes
Web Site Recording: Yes
Chats/Instant Messaging (IM) Recording: Yes, to be reviewed later
Social Network Recording eg. Facebook & MySpace: Yes
Email Recording: Yes, incoming and outgoing messages are saved on the computer in hidden location to to review later
Keystroke Logging (user name & passwords etc): Yes, including “hidden characters” (passwords) and “true keystrokes” like Control, ALT or Delete buttons
Program Activity (like games, spreadsheets, databases etc): Yes
Keyword Detection Recording: Yes
Files Transferred Recording (P2P) E.g. lime wire: Yes
Document Tracking (if files are being saved to Removable Media like CD, Zip, DVD and USB storage devices): Yes
File Download Recording (files/software that is downloaded): Yes
Spector Pro Filtering
Web Site Filtering: Yes, entire site or specific web page.
Keyword Blocking: No
Chat and Instant Messaging Blocking: Yes, you can even block individual people from chatting to your child
Files Transferred Blocking (P2P): No
Computer Games and Programs Blocking: No
File Download Blocking: No
Scheduled Internet Access: No
Spector Pro Reporting & Management
Access from the Computer its Installed: Yes
Remote Surveillance: No
Keyword Alerts: Yes, instant email alerts for websites or inappropriate language you deem harmful.
Scheduled Activity Reports via Email: Yes
Quick View Summary Reports: Yes-Top 10 Summary Reports
Customized Individual User Profile for Multiple Users on Same Computer: Yes
Stealth Mode (Invisibility): Yes
No. of computers it can be installed on: One
To download Spector Software now go to the Official Website
Spector Review
“I have a program called Spector from Spectorsoft. I’ve been running it since 2002 and I can recommend it. It will record keystrokes, chat, emails, and take screen snapshots at set intervals whenever chosen programs are running (such as Internet Explorer). Support from the company has been good. It runs in the background with no indication it is there.”
Spector Pro review- Portion of actual user review from cnet.com forumSpector Pro is primarily a monitoring product but it also contains blocking features. The monitoring allows you to see everywhere they go and everything they do online. You can choose to block some activities that you find inappropriate, so basically you have the best of both worlds. It does not have the traditional filtering, where you can say block all sites of type porn or whatever.”
Spector Review – Portion of actual user review from connectsafely.com forum“We have tried at least five different software products over the past three years to monitor our children to make sure they are being safe online…A few months ago, we tried Spector Pro. We were blown away by two things: how easy Spector Pro was to use and by how much it let us know about what our children were doing… plus we could see everyone they were chatting with. We were somewhat hesitant at the price, but with the money back guarantee, we were willing to take a chance.”
Spector Review – Portion of actual user review from amazon.com“If you only have one computer you can install Spector Pro, all information is kept on the computer…They may be detected by some anti-virus software, due to their nature, keystroke capture, generally you cannot tell that they are running, there are no icons displayed. With Spector Pro all of the information is stored on the machine and you need to be on the machine to view it. These programs allow you to monitor your child to ensure that they are making the right choices.”
Spector Pro review -Portion of actual user review on cnetforum.com“I am able to monitor what my son does online & have found out many things that I would have never found out without Spector Pro. I am amazed at some of the stuff I see on these kids MySpace pages. Parents, you need this software to check on what your kids are doing & who their online friends are. It’s a little pricey but well worth it.”
Spector Reviews -Portion of actual user review from amazon.com“I recently attended a presentation at my child’s school about keeping kids safe when they use their PC and connect to the Internet. One of the speakers, from the FBI no less, recommended Spector Pro from SpectorSoft. I decided to buy the product and take advantage of the option to immediately download the product… I found that it’s true, Spector Pro monitors everything a person does on the PC and the Internet… you get to see exactly what a PC user does, I fooled around with one or two other cheaper programs … and that’s just what they were: cheap. Is your child worth the difference between an also-ran and the best program available, Spector Pro? Mine is, many times over, from now on out it’s SpectorSoft or I wouldn’t even bother”
Spector Review – Portion of actual user review from amazon.com
Buy Spector Pro Price & Guarantee
Special Offer $99.95 one off purchase (usually $169.95)
If you want a back up CD you can get it for an additional $14.95
This price also includes free membership to “Ultimate Care” usually $69.95. Ultimate Care entitles you to one full year of: FREE Unlimited Upgrades, Service Updates, Extended Live Technical Support via online chat, email or phone 24/7. Membership also includes online access to helpful tips and tricks, other discounts and offers only available to Ultimate Care Members.
Spector Pro Trial: None available
SpectorPro Support: 24/7 live chat, email or phone support for first year.
Guarantee: If the software does not perform as advertised, please notify Spector Soft within 72 hours of purchase. Assuming you have done this and they were unable to resolve the issue within 3 days of being notified, they will refund your purchase price in FULL.
Spector Pro Findings
Our research suggests Spector Pro to be an extremely efficient, easy to use computer monitoring product. Though it does have minimal filtering and blocking capabilities, generally only blocking websites, computer games and programs, instant messaging and chat rooms- this is more than a lot of other monitoring software products
According to the general online consensus (where research is based on unbiased, non vested comments and articles) Spector Pro is an effective holistic solution for any internet and computer monitoring. Price does seem to be an issue considering it only covers one computer, although it is a one off cost. Reporting is accessed by the computer that is being monitored, no remote access is available. Stealth (invisibility) is great so anyone using the computer will not know it is there.
To Install Spector Pro now go to the Official website
Spector Software Specifications
Current Version: Spector Pro 2010
Version History: Spector Pro 2009, Spector Pro 5.0, Spector Pro 6.0
Operating System Requirements: Any edition of Windows® 7, Windows Vista® or Windows XP (including 64-bit)
Browser Requirements: Internet Explorer and Firefox
Download size (MB): 4
Spector Pro Company Information
Spector Pro is owned by Spector Soft Corporation. In 2009 Spector Soft released Spector Pro | mac 2009. This new version has been completely rebuilt from the ground up, taking advantage of advanced native Mac OS X technology that makes it not only easier to use, but easier on the eyes. More importantly, Spector Pro now includes a suite of recording tools that together make up the most complete monitoring software available for Mac OS X.
For more information about Spector Soft you may want to search www.bbb.org/us/ or www.manta.com
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