Warning: Clockify is built for budget-conscious freelancers
Clockify is cheap, but cheap doesn't mean complete. By the time you add billable rates ($5.49) and pair it with Notion + HubSpot, you're at $25+/mo for a worse experience.
Overview
Clockify markets itself as the only truly free time tracking app, and it delivers on that promise. You can track unlimited time, have unlimited users, and track unlimited projects for free. This has made it incredibly popular, especially for budget-conscious freelancers and small teams. The interface is straightforward - start/stop timers, log time manually, and view basic reports. However, 'free' comes with trade-offs: features like billable rates, time rounding, invoicing, and advanced reporting require paid plans that quickly match or exceed competitors. For solopreneurs, the free version is limiting, and paid adds up.
Pricing
Best for: Budget-conscious freelancers
The Good
- Genuinely free for basic time tracking
- Unlimited users and projects on free tier
- Simple, easy to learn interface
- Decent reporting even on free tier
- Browser extensions available
- Good value on lower paid tiers
- Works well for basic needs
The Bad
- Free tier lacks billable rates (need for invoicing)
- Project features are very basic
- No CRM or deal tracking
- No goals, habits, or productivity features
- Free tier has annoying limitations
- UI is basic and functional, not beautiful
- Invoicing only on Standard+ ($5.49+/mo)
Best For
Budget-conscious freelancers
Clockify is cheap, but cheap doesn't mean complete. By the time you add billable rates ($5.49) and pair it with Notion + HubSpot, you're at $25+/mo for a worse experience.
Key Features
- 01100% free time tracking (with limits)
- 02Timer and manual time entry
- 03Basic project and client tracking
- 04Browser extensions and mobile apps
- 05Kiosk mode for teams
- 06Basic invoicing (paid plans)
- 07Dashboard and reporting
Integrations
Use Cases
- Budget Tracking
- Team Hours
- Personal Productivity
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