Alternatives · Time Tracking
Workyard alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Workyard alternative is OnTheClock (2.6 GPA).
Workyard compared with 4 alternatives: Timeero, Buddy Punch, OnTheClock and Hubstaff.
Workyard is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $6 per user / month, billed annually. None of the alternatives has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WorkyardThis tool | Free trial · from $6/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Timeero | Free trial · from $5/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Buddy Punch | Free trial · from $4.99/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| OnTheClock | Free trial · from $4/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Hubstaff | Free trial · from $4.99/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
Workyard starts at $6 a month for each person and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 3 of the 4 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Buddy Punch, OnTheClock and Hubstaff.
Timeero starts lower without scoring higher.
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 Workyard
Timeero
GPS time clock and mileage tracking for field teams
- Timeero starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($6 billed monthly).
- Timeero also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Timeero also covers shift scheduling.
- Timeero does not cover reports and job scheduling, which Workyard does.
Suits: Field-service and construction crews that need GPS-verified hours
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 also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Buddy Punch does not cover time clock, time off and job scheduling, which Workyard does.
Suits: Businesses with hourly staff spread across job sites, stores or clients' homes
OnTheClock
Online time clock with scheduling, PTO and optional payroll
- OnTheClock starts at $4 per employee / month plus a $5 monthly base fee, billed monthly.
- OnTheClock also lists Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- OnTheClock also covers payroll and shift scheduling.
- OnTheClock does not cover job scheduling, which Workyard does.
Suits: Small businesses that want one flat per-employee price with no tiers
Hubstaff
Time tracking with screenshots, activity levels and payroll
- Hubstaff starts at $4.99 per seat / month, billed annually (2-seat minimum).
- Hubstaff also lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Hubstaff also covers tasks and invoicing.
- Hubstaff does not cover time clock, time off and job scheduling, which Workyard does.
Suits: Remote teams whose managers want screenshots and activity data as proof of work
Limits worth knowing in Workyard
- Only a starting price of $6 per user a month is published; the other plans show no price.
- Scheduling, geofence rules, kiosk and project labor costing need Pro or higher, and the API needs Autopilot.
- The pages read do not list which mobile operating systems the clock-in app supports.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Workyard?
The alternatives to Workyard in this directory are Timeero, Buddy Punch, OnTheClock and Hubstaff. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Workyard.
Is there a free alternative to Workyard?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. Timeero, Buddy Punch, OnTheClock and Hubstaff offer a free trial.
Which Workyard alternatives work on Windows?
The Workyard listing does not include a Windows app. OnTheClock and Hubstaff list one.
Which Workyard alternatives work on macOS?
The Workyard listing does not include a macOS app. OnTheClock and Hubstaff list 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.