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Truein alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Truein alternative is Homebase (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Basic plan, free for one location with up to 10 employees."
Truein compared with 5 alternatives: Buddy Punch, Homebase, Connecteam, Clockify and Deputy.
Truein is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $2.25 per user / month, billed annually ($3.00 billed monthly). 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| TrueinThis tool | Free trial · from $2.25/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Buddy Punch | Free trial · from $4.99/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Homebase | Free plan · from $24/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Connecteam | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Clockify | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Deputy | Free trial · from $5/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Truein
Buddy Punch
Online time clock with GPS, scheduling and payroll add-ons
- Buddy Punch starts at $4.99 per user / month plus a $19 monthly base fee, billed annually.
- Buddy Punch does not cover shift scheduling, time clock and time off, which Truein does.
Suits: Businesses with hourly staff spread across job sites, stores or clients' homes
Homebase
Small-business scheduling, time clock and payroll, priced per location
- Homebase starts at $24 per location / month, billed annually (Essentials).
- Homebase has a free plan, which Truein lacks.
- Homebase also covers team chat, payroll, job board posting and employee records.
- Homebase does not cover time tracking and reports, which Truein does.
Suits: Single-location shops and restaurants with up to 10 staff, on the free plan
Connecteam
Employee app for shifts, time clock, chat and HR, free up to 10 users
- Connecteam starts at $29 per month for up to 30 users, billed annually (Operations Basic).
- Connecteam has a free plan, which Truein lacks.
- Connecteam also covers auto-scheduling, forms and team chat.
- Connecteam does not cover time tracking and reports, which Truein does.
Suits: Businesses with up to 10 staff that want a free all-in-one employee app
Clockify
Team time tracker and timesheets with a free plan for 5 users
- Clockify starts at $3.99 per seat / month, billed annually.
- Clockify has a free plan, which Truein lacks.
- Clockify also lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps and a browser extension.
- Clockify also covers Pomodoro timer and invoicing.
- Clockify does not cover shift scheduling, time clock and time off, which Truein does.
Suits: Teams of up to 5 that want a free tracker with no cap on tracked time
Deputy
Shift scheduling, time clock and labor-law tools for hourly teams
- Deputy starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (Lite).
- Deputy also covers auto-scheduling and payroll.
- Deputy does not cover time tracking and reports, which Truein does.
Suits: Hospitality, retail and healthcare employers scheduling hourly staff
Limits worth knowing in Truein
- Shift and job scheduling, overtime rules and advanced reports are on the Advanced plan, not Time Capture.
- Live tracking ($1.25 per user / month) and time-off management ($0.50 per user / month) are paid add-ons on top of Advanced.
- Companies with more than 1,000 staff are directed to Enterprise, which has no published price.
- The pricing page lists API and FTP integrations with HRMS and payroll systems but names no specific vendors; custom integrations are offered.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Truein?
The alternatives to Truein in this directory are Buddy Punch, Homebase, Connecteam, Clockify and Deputy. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Truein.
Is there a free alternative to Truein?
Yes. Homebase, Connecteam and Clockify have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Truein alternatives work on Windows?
The Truein listing does not include a Windows app. Clockify lists one.
Which Truein alternatives work on macOS?
The Truein listing does not include a macOS app. Clockify 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.