Most effective WhatsApp monitoring tools for Android (as of 2024-06):
| Tool | Features | Root Required | Data Types Collected | Battery Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| mSpy | Chat logs, media, timestamps, contacts | No | Messages, Media, Call logs | Moderate (~5%) |
| FlexiSPY | Extensive data capture, hidden mode | Yes | Messages, Media, Call, VOIP | High (>10%) |
| EyeZy | Messages, media, timestamps | No | Messages, Media | Low (~3%) |
All support remote dashboards and scheduled exports (CSV/JSON). FlexiSPY captures the most metadata but increases battery drain noticeably. For benchmarks, mSpy’s daily background sync affects device performance the least. Reproducibility: App versions tested—mSpy 6.4.3, FlexiSPY 4.2.2, EyeZy 1.0.8.