1. PanSpy

PanSpy is a leading WhatsApp spy software with proper message logs and time of messages. As one of the most advanced application used to read WhatsApp messages as well as tracking phone calls, it comes with effective and efficient spying features for all kinds of data on the target device. It allows you to track cell phone call logs, messages, contacts, web browsing history, website bookmarks, social networks including Snapchat, GPS location and much more.

Compatibility: It is available for Android 5.0+.

Cost: Free!

Features: Contacts, Call logs, Snapchat, Line, Text Messages, GPS Locations, Geo fencing, Photos, Video files, Browser history, Emails, Calendar, Voice, Skype, WhatsApp, Facebook, Viber, Tinder, Messenger, Instagram, Kik Messenger, Hangouts, QQ, WeChat, Keywords, Installed Apps, Keylogger, Wi-fi networks, Documents, Clue.

Pros:

• Free sofware
• Does not send notifications on the target device
• User-friendly interface & unlimited device change
• No need for rooting

Cons:

• Currently only for Android device
• The app needs to be downloaded on the target device

2. iKeyMonitor

iKeyMonitor is an ultimate monitoring app for iOS and Android devices. It is widely used as a Parental Control App for iPhone/iPad/Android that monitors surroundings, WhatsApp messages, calls, clipboard, voice messages, photos, videos, SMS, GPS, Geo-fencing, chats, websites, keystrokes, screenshots, blocks apps and games, and limits screen time.

Compatibility: It is fully compatible with Android and iOS.

Cost: $49.99 per month, $299.88 a year.

Features for this package: Including NO-Jailbreak Spy, Discreet, Remote Configuration, Remotely view Logs online, SMS Messages, Call history, Keystrokes Logger, Capture Screenshots, SMS Messages, Touch action snapshots, Websites visited, WhatsApp, Facebook, WeChat, Skype, Viber, Hike, IMO, QQ, Line, Kik, Hangouts, Voice messages, Call recording (Android), Listen surroundings, Block Apps/Games, GPS Locations, Geo-fencing, Photos and Videos, Clipboard, Calendars, Notes Contacts, Logs to Email/FTP, Keystrokes in native language, Stay Discreet & Tamper Proof after expired

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Pros:

• Read WhatsApp chats and view attachments sent along with them
• It is very easy to use and can be used to spy numerous systems and app activity at the same time
• It can be installed on the target device and continue to work without the device's owner's knowledge

Cons:

• It is not cheap and the free trial restricts usage to only a few features
• Cannot work without Internet connection
• Isn't as fast as other tools

3. Highster Mobile

Highster Mobile is an affordable and easy-to-use spy app for Android and iOS devices. Once installed, the application will log all activity that occurs on a device and send reports directly to your online account. It covers everything's from calls, messages, and emails. View the photos and media in your child's smartphone as well as keep a track of all calls and messages. It lets you monitor all outgoing and incoming WhatsApp messages. Additionally, it periodically sends message logs to your account thus allowing you to read messages that may have been deleted.

Compatibility: Compatible with Android devices and iOS.

Cost: Highster Mobile is available as a premium-only with a one-time payment of $69.99 for a lifetime license

Features for this version: Text Messages, iMessages, Remote Access, Check Apps Installed, Stealth Camera, Block Application, GPS Location, Call Logs, Web Activity, Online Control Panel, Facebook, Skype, Instagram, Whatsapp, Photos, Videos, Email, Contacts, Remote Uninstall, Lock Target phone, Notes, Calendar

Pros:

• No jailbreak required for iPhone. It is one of a complete tracking and spy software available on the net
• Everything about Highster Mobile is easy, including pricing, features, user interface, software installation, you name it

Cons:

• It missed out some of the WhatsApp conversations upon trial which is a major flaw considering it's usage for message tracking

4. TruthSpy

TruthSpy provides powerful features. Using TruthSpy, you can read the WhatsApp messages of a person as well as also preview the attachments sent along with it. Unlike other monitoring tools, the main objective of this WhatsApp spy app is to let parents monitor the WhatsApp and Snap-chat usage of their kids.

Compatibility:Works on Android and iOS.

Cost:

Standard Version: $21.99/month (this version does not support spying WhatsApp chats)

Premium Version: $25.99/month

Gold Version: $30.99/month

Features for Standard version: Location Tracking, SMS Tracking,View Call History, View Call Deleted History, Time of the call, Wipe Phone Data, Backup Phone Data, SIM Change Notification

Features for Premium version: Location Tracking, SMS Tracking,View Call History, View Call Deleted History,Time of the call, Contact, Internet Browsing History,Videos, Photos, Audios, Notes,WhatsApp Chats, Wipe Phone Data, Backup Phone Data, SIM Change Notification

Features for Gold version: Location Tracking, SMS Tracking, View Call History, View Call Deleted History,Time of the call, Call Recording, Contact, Internet Browsing History,Videos, Photos, Audios, Notes, WhatsApp Chats, Surround Recording, Wipe Phone Data, Backup Phone Data, SIM Change Notification

Pros:

• You can also view the Snapchat and WhatsApp messages on the target device.
• Works stealthily in the background.
• Free 48 hours trial. The WhatsApp messages features works well on iPhone.

Cons:

• Many features are only available in premium versions which are expensive.
• The app has some minor bugs and a few functionality issues.

5. Copy9

Copy9 is yet another great WhatsApp spy app for iOS and Android devices that lets users keep a track of their kid's activities. It has many monitoring features that not only allows you to track WhatsApp chats and messages but also read text messages and social network messages including Facebook. It collects complete data, records in the logs, and sends to the online account continuously.

Compatibility: Compatible with both Android and iOS operating system.

Cost:

Standard Version: $21.6/month

Premium Version: $25.9/month

Gold Version: $30.2/month

Features for Standard version: Call History, Watchlist Contacts, Auto Answer, Text Messages, All Incoming/ Outgoing SMS, Watchlist Words for SMS, View Deleted SMS/iMessage, Real-Time Location Lookup, View Location History Places, - Geo Fencing Define Places Watchlist Places, Wipe Phone Data, SIM Change Notification, Remo​​​​tely Lock Phone, Backup/ Delete All Sensitive Data

Features for Premium version: Call History, Call Recording ,Watchlist Contacts, Auto Answer, All Incoming/ Outgoing SMS, Watchlist Words for SMS, View Deleted SMS/iMessage, Real-Time Location Lookup, View Location History Places - Geo Fencing Define Places Watchlist Places,View Internet Browsing History, Bookmarks, Photos, WhatsApp, Facebook, Viber Skype Messages, Wipe Phone Data, SIM Change Notification, Remo​​​​tely Lock Phone, Backup/ Delete All Sensitive Data

Features for Gold version: Call History Call Recording Watchlist Contacts Auto Answer, All Incoming/ Outgoing SMS, Watchlist Words for SMS, View Deleted SMS/iMessage, Real-Time Location Lookup, View Location History Places - Geo Fencing Define Places Watchlist Places, View Internet Browsing History, Bookmarks, Photos, Videos, Notes, WhatsApp, Facebook ,Viber, Skype Messages, Hangouts, BBM History, Line, Kik Messages, Live and Record Au​​​​dio, Wipe Phone Data​, SIM Change Notification, Remo​​​​tely Lock Phone, Backup/ Delete All Sensitive Data

Pros:

• Spy on WhatsApp messages without installing on target phone
• It can also be used to track WhatsApp messages with full details of the contacts or group to or from which a message was sent or received

Cons:

• Was not functional on each and every Android model
• Features that work only on Rooted Android devices: WhatsApp Chats, WhatsApp Call Logs, WhatsApp Photos, Facebook Messenger, Viber Messages, Viber Call Logs, Viber Photos,Skype Messages, Skype Calls, Skype Contacts, Kik Messenger, Line Messages, Live Screenshots

Conclusion

PanSpy is undoubtedly the best smartphone spying application for tracking WhatsApp on iOS and Android devices. It is easy to install, easy to use, reliable, undetectable, cheap, and the customer support is excellent.