Alternatives · Time Tracking
KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) alternative is Time Doctor (2.4 GPA). The best free one is ActivTrak (2.2 GPA). The catch, in its listing's words: "Free plan for up to 3 workers."
KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) compared with 5 alternatives: Teramind, ActivTrak, Insightful, Controlio and Time Doctor.
KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $4.17 per user / month, billed annually ($50 per license). 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| KeepActive (formerly Kickidler)This tool | Free trial · from $4.17/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Teramind | Free trial | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| ActivTrak | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web |
| Insightful | Free trial · from $8/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Controlio | Free trial · from $6.67/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| Time Doctor | Free trial · from $6.67/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) starts at $4.17 a month for each person and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
ActivTrak, Insightful and Time Doctor score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from KeepActive (formerly Kickidler)
Teramind
Employee monitoring, insider risk and data loss prevention
- Teramind also lists a web app.
- Teramind lists no Linux app, which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) has.
- Teramind also covers dashboards.
- Teramind does not cover screen recording, which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) does.
Suits: Security and compliance teams watching insider risk
ActivTrak
Workforce analytics that tracks activity and work time automatically
- ActivTrak starts at $10 per worker / month, billed annually.
- ActivTrak has a free plan, which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) lacks.
- ActivTrak also lists a web app.
- ActivTrak lists no Windows, macOS and Linux apps, which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) has.
- ActivTrak also covers site & app blocker and dashboards.
Suits: Managers who need workforce activity and utilization data without timesheets
Insightful
Workforce analytics with automatic time tracking and attendance
- Insightful starts at $8 per seat / month, billed annually ($10 billed monthly).
- Insightful also lists a web app.
- Insightful also covers dashboards.
- Insightful does not cover screen recording, which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) does.
Suits: Operations teams measuring hours and workload across remote or hybrid staff
Controlio
Employee monitoring with time logs, screen video and app tracking
- Controlio starts at $6.67 per user / month, billed annually.
- Controlio also lists a web app.
- Controlio lists no Linux app, which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) has.
- Controlio also covers dashboards.
- Controlio does not cover reports, which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) does.
Suits: Companies that want video-level visibility of staff screens
Time Doctor
Employee time tracking and workforce analytics for remote teams
- Time Doctor starts at $6.67 per user / month, billed annually ($8 month-to-month).
- Time Doctor also lists a web app, iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Time Doctor does not cover screen recording, which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) does.
Suits: Distributed and outsourced teams that need verifiable records of hours
Limits worth knowing in KeepActive (formerly Kickidler)
- The page shows prices for a 1-year term; shorter terms cost more per month and the monthly rate is not shown.
- One license covers one computer, and licenses are paid upfront for the term.
- Data loss prevention is a separate product, listed at $8.25 a month on a yearly term.
- Concierge setup is an optional paid service: $20 per server plus $5 per employee computer.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to KeepActive (formerly Kickidler)?
The alternatives to KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) in this directory are Teramind, ActivTrak, Insightful, Controlio and Time Doctor. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with KeepActive (formerly Kickidler).
Is there a free alternative to KeepActive (formerly Kickidler)?
Yes. ActivTrak has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) alternatives work on Android?
The KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) listing does not include an Android app. Time Doctor lists one.
Which KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) alternatives work on iOS?
The KeepActive (formerly Kickidler) listing does not include an iOS app. Time Doctor lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.