Alternatives · Time Tracking
WakaTime alternatives
WakaTime compared with 4 alternatives: ActivityWatch, RescueTime, Rize and Toggl.
WakaTime has a free plan. Paid plans start at $8.25 per month, billed yearly ($99); $9 billed monthly. 3 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WakaTimeThis tool | Free plan · from $8.25/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension |
| ActivityWatch | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android, Browser extension |
| RescueTime | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Rize | Free trial · from $9.99/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| Toggl | Free plan · from $9/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
How each one differs from WakaTime
- Free
ActivityWatch
Free, open-source automatic time tracker that keeps data local
- ActivityWatch is free. WakaTime starts at $8.25 per month, billed yearly ($99); $9 billed monthly.
- Only ActivityWatch lists an Android app.
- Only WakaTime lists a web app.
- ActivityWatch is open source, according to its own site.
- WakaTime also covers goals, invoicing and reports.
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). WakaTime starts at $8.25 per month, billed yearly ($99); $9 billed monthly.
- Only RescueTime lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only WakaTime lists a Linux app.
- RescueTime also covers site & app blocker.
- WakaTime also covers invoicing.
Suits: People who want to see where computer time goes without running 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. WakaTime starts at $8.25 per month, billed yearly ($99); $9 billed monthly.
- WakaTime has a free plan. Rize does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only WakaTime lists a web app.
- Only WakaTime lists a Linux app.
- Rize also covers site & app blocker and focus music.
Suits: Freelancers and agencies that bill by the hour and dislike manual timers
- Free plan · from $9/mo
Toggl
Team time tracker with billing reports and capacity planning
- Toggl starts at $9 per user / month, billed annually. WakaTime starts at $8.25 per month, billed yearly ($99); $9 billed monthly.
- Only Toggl lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only WakaTime lists a Linux app.
- Toggl also covers tasks, kanban boards, Gantt & timelines and Pomodoro timer.
- WakaTime also covers goals, invoicing and reports.
Suits: Agencies and consultancies that bill clients by the hour
Limits worth knowing in WakaTime
- The free dashboard shows only the last week of history; the complete history needs Premium.
- Tracking depends on editor plugins, browser extensions or the desktop app, so it centers on computer work.
- The Team plan covers up to 100 developers; larger organizations are pointed to Business.
- SSO, OIDC and SCIM provisioning are limited to the Business plan.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to WakaTime?
The alternatives to WakaTime in this directory are ActivityWatch, RescueTime, Rize and Toggl. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WakaTime.
Is there a free alternative to WakaTime?
Yes. ActivityWatch is free to use. RescueTime and Toggl have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which WakaTime alternatives work on Android?
The WakaTime listing does not include an Android app. ActivityWatch, RescueTime and Toggl list one.
Which WakaTime alternatives work on iOS?
The WakaTime listing does not include an iOS app. RescueTime and Toggl list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to WakaTime?
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 5, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.