Why this tool
A free tier for micro-teams and a low $3.99/user/mo entry make it easy to adopt. The interface is simple enough that people who usually resist timesheets actually stick with it.
Clockify
Strong Choice84/100
Time tracking and timesheets with a free tier for up to 5 users, billable reporting on paid plans, and solid project tracking for consulting work.
Common alternatives: Toggl TrackAsanaEverhour
Editorial summary
Decision guidance
Verified Jun 2026. Free plan (up to 5 users). Basic $3.99/user/mo (annual). Standard $5.49/user/mo (annual). Billable rates, exports, and shared reports moved to paid plans in April 2026.
When not to use
If your team is larger than 5, the free tier no longer covers you, and billable-hour tracking now needs a paid plan. If you want billing baked into your project tool, an integrated tracker may fit better.
- Strongest area: Setup speed
- Watch area: Integrations
Confidence
How sure are we?
High — 87/100
- Strong fit for the stated use case.
- Recently reviewed data increases confidence.
- Strong evidence across score areas and recent checks.
Workflow fit
Workflow placement
Capture
Capture work for Ops & Finance.
Deliver
Get first value in 5 min setup.
Connect
Connect with 5 integrations.
Integrations
Compatibility snapshot
Productivity
ASAsanaProject ManagementTask and project tracking to coordinate deliverables across client engagements.TRTrelloProject ManagementKanban boards for visual task management and client project tracking.MOMondayProject ManagementWork OS for planning, tracking, and delivering client projects on schedule.
Other
QuickBooksFinanceAccounting integration for expense tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting.JIJira
QuickBooksFinanceAccounting integration for expense tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting.JIJiraSimilar tools
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