Alternatives · Time Tracking
Chronoid alternatives
Chronoid compared with 7 alternatives: Timing, Rize, Timemator, ActivityWatch, RescueTime and 2 more.
Chronoid is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 ($15 billed monthly). 3 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChronoidThis tool | Free trial · from $8/mo | Trial only | macOS |
| Timing | Free trial · from $9/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS |
| Rize | Free trial · from $9.99/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| Timemator | Free trial · from $39 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| ActivityWatch | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android, Browser extension |
| RescueTime | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Daily | Free trial · from $39.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Tim | Free plan · from $12.99/yr | Yes | macOS |
How each one differs from Chronoid
- Free trial · from $9/mo
Timing
Automatic time tracking for Mac with no timers to start
- Timing starts at $9 per month, billed annually ($11 billed monthly). Chronoid starts at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 ($15 billed monthly).
- Only Timing lists a web app.
- Chronoid can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Timing also covers reports.
- Chronoid also covers site & app blocker, Pomodoro timer and invoicing.
Suits: Mac users who want time recorded without starting timers
- Free trial · from $9.99/mo
Rize
Automatic time tracker with focus tools and AI reports
- Rize starts at $9.99 / month, billed annually. Chronoid starts at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 ($15 billed monthly).
- Only Rize lists a Windows app.
- Only Rize lists a browser extension.
- Chronoid can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Rize also covers focus music.
Suits: Freelancers and agencies that bill by the hour and dislike manual timers
- Free trial · from $39 one-time
Timemator
Automatic time tracking for Mac with a one-time license
- Timemator starts at $39 one-time for the Mac app; the iOS app is $7.99 one-time, sold separately. Chronoid starts at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 ($15 billed monthly).
- Only Timemator lists an iOS app.
- Timemator also covers reports.
- Chronoid also covers site & app blocker, Pomodoro timer and invoicing.
Suits: Freelancers on a Mac who forget to start timers
- Free
ActivityWatch
Free, open-source automatic time tracker that keeps data local
- ActivityWatch is free. Chronoid starts at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 ($15 billed monthly).
- ActivityWatch has a free plan. Chronoid does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only ActivityWatch lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Only ActivityWatch lists a browser extension.
- ActivityWatch is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: People who want automatic tracking with all data kept on their own device
- Free plan · from $7/mo
RescueTime
Automatic time tracking with distraction blocking and timesheets
- RescueTime starts at $7 per month, billed annually ($84). Chronoid starts at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 ($15 billed monthly).
- RescueTime has a free plan. Chronoid does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only RescueTime lists a web app.
- Only RescueTime lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Only RescueTime lists a browser extension.
Suits: People who want to see where computer time goes without running timers
- Free trial · from $39.99/yr
Daily
Mac time tracker that asks what you are working on
- Daily starts at $39.99 per year or $7.99 per month; lifetime license $99.99. Chronoid starts at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 ($15 billed monthly).
- Only Daily lists an iOS app.
- Daily also covers menu bar app.
- Chronoid also covers site & app blocker, Pomodoro timer and invoicing.
Suits: Mac users who forget to start and stop timers
- Free plan · from $12.99/yr
Tim
Menu bar time tracker for Mac with reports and invoicing
- Tim starts at $12.99 per year, or $24.99 one-time (Pro, US Mac App Store). Chronoid starts at $8 per month, billed yearly at $96 ($15 billed monthly).
- Tim has a free plan. Chronoid does not, though it has a free trial.
- Tim also covers reports and menu bar app.
- Chronoid also covers site & app blocker and Pomodoro timer.
Suits: Mac users who want a timer that lives in the menu bar
Limits worth knowing in Chronoid
- Chronoid runs only on macOS 14 or later; iPhone and iPad activity comes in through Screen Time import, not an app.
- There is no free plan: a license is needed after the 7-day trial.
- Each license covers one person on up to 3 Macs; team and company pricing is by contacting the vendor.
- Fees for hosted AI providers are separate from the license; the assistant can also run on local models.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Chronoid?
The alternatives to Chronoid in this directory are Timing, Rize, Timemator, ActivityWatch, RescueTime, Daily and Tim. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Chronoid.
Is there a free alternative to Chronoid?
Yes. ActivityWatch is free to use. RescueTime and Tim have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Chronoid alternatives work on Windows?
The Chronoid listing does not include a Windows app. Rize, ActivityWatch and RescueTime list one.
Which Chronoid alternatives work on Linux?
The Chronoid listing does not include a Linux app. ActivityWatch lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Chronoid?
ActivityWatch is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.