Time Tracking

Hubstaff

Time tracking software for the global modern hybrid workforce with productivity monitoring and automated payroll.

Overview

Hubstaff is a comprehensive time tracking and productivity monitoring platform designed for distributed teams. It offers integrated time tracking across multiple devices, actionable productivity metrics, automated payroll, attendance management, and project cost control. Trusted by over 112,000 businesses, Hubstaff streamlines workforce management with real-time insights and seamless integrations.

Updated Oct 14, 2026

14 things

What Hubstaff has

Apps

iOS
Android
Windows
macOS
Linux
Browser extension

For developers

Programmatic access to the product's data and features for developers.
A command-line interface that lets you run the tool from a terminal or scripts.
A Model Context Protocol server that lets AI tools connect to and act on your data. One of 4 Time Tracking tools with MCP server.

For teams

A private space where clients can log in to view and access shared work.

Support

Get help from the support team by writing to them via email. One of 5 Time Tracking tools with email support.
Get help from the support team through a real-time chat window.

Pricing

Try the paid product for a limited time before committing to a subscription.
A product demonstration available to prospective customers who want to evaluate the tool.

9 features

Key Features

Workforce operations
Integrated employee time tracking, productivity metrics, and automated payments, built to scale across distributed teams.
Employee time tracking
Track employee time across tasks, projects, and clients on desktop, web, or mobile. Log hours on an intuitive start-and-stop timer or use GPS-based tracking for field teams to capture work time accurately across locations.
Project budgets
Track time against projects and set budgets to manage margins, monitor project spend, and identify which work drives revenue. Use real-time cost data to keep projects on track, stay profitable, and improve future project planning.
Global payments
Adjust pay frequencies, streamline approvals, and send global payments based on approved time. Pay global teams in multiple currencies across various payment integrations directly from the app, with full visibility into payouts and costs.
Real-time metrics
Insights turns time tracking data into real-time, actionable metrics. Manage utilization rates, prevent meeting overload, and identify focus gaps to optimize your team’s time.
Unusual activity detection
Hubstaff flags unusual activity patterns using machine learning that may indicate inaccurate time records (like mouse jigglers or scripted activity), helping teams increase accountability and maintain accurate records.
Budget alerts
Track time and expenses, set weekly budgets or limits, and receive real-time alerts when projects are at risk of going over budget.
Online timesheets
Move beyond manual timesheets. Convert tracked hours into online timesheets that standardize approvals and keep payroll consistent across teams.
AI data access
Ask questions about your Hubstaff data in ChatGPT or Claude and get clear, conversational answers.

Pros and cons

Pros

Comprehensive all-in-one platform combining time tracking, productivity monitoring, and payroll automation.
Supports global teams with multi-currency and international payment integrations.
Robust reporting and analytics for data-driven workforce management.
Flexible scheduling, attendance, and leave management features.
Strong privacy controls with no keystroke logging or intrusive monitoring.

Cons

Pricing is per user seat, which can be costly for large teams not fully utilizing all features.
No explicit free tier beyond the 14-day trial, limiting long-term free use.
Some advanced payroll and integration features require higher-tier plans.
User interface can be complex for new users due to extensive features.
Limited offline tracking capabilities compared to some competitors.

Developer features

API workflows
Connect Hubstaff data with any tools you run to build the workflows your business needs.
CLI automation
Run Hubstaff commands in scripts, servers, and coding agents to automate repeatable workflows.

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14 things

What Hubstaff has

Apps

iOS
Android
Windows
macOS
Linux
Browser extension

For developers

Programmatic access to the product's data and features for developers.
A command-line interface that lets you run the tool from a terminal or scripts.
A Model Context Protocol server that lets AI tools connect to and act on your data. One of 4 Time Tracking tools with MCP server.

For teams

A private space where clients can log in to view and access shared work.

Support

Get help from the support team by writing to them via email. One of 5 Time Tracking tools with email support.
Get help from the support team through a real-time chat window.

Pricing

Try the paid product for a limited time before committing to a subscription.
A product demonstration available to prospective customers who want to evaluate the tool.

9 features

Key Features

Workforce operations
Integrated employee time tracking, productivity metrics, and automated payments, built to scale across distributed teams.
Employee time tracking
Track employee time across tasks, projects, and clients on desktop, web, or mobile. Log hours on an intuitive start-and-stop timer or use GPS-based tracking for field teams to capture work time accurately across locations.
Project budgets
Track time against projects and set budgets to manage margins, monitor project spend, and identify which work drives revenue. Use real-time cost data to keep projects on track, stay profitable, and improve future project planning.
Global payments
Adjust pay frequencies, streamline approvals, and send global payments based on approved time. Pay global teams in multiple currencies across various payment integrations directly from the app, with full visibility into payouts and costs.
Real-time metrics
Insights turns time tracking data into real-time, actionable metrics. Manage utilization rates, prevent meeting overload, and identify focus gaps to optimize your team’s time.
Unusual activity detection
Hubstaff flags unusual activity patterns using machine learning that may indicate inaccurate time records (like mouse jigglers or scripted activity), helping teams increase accountability and maintain accurate records.
Budget alerts
Track time and expenses, set weekly budgets or limits, and receive real-time alerts when projects are at risk of going over budget.
Online timesheets
Move beyond manual timesheets. Convert tracked hours into online timesheets that standardize approvals and keep payroll consistent across teams.
AI data access
Ask questions about your Hubstaff data in ChatGPT or Claude and get clear, conversational answers.

Pros and cons

Pros

Comprehensive all-in-one platform combining time tracking, productivity monitoring, and payroll automation.
Supports global teams with multi-currency and international payment integrations.
Robust reporting and analytics for data-driven workforce management.
Flexible scheduling, attendance, and leave management features.
Strong privacy controls with no keystroke logging or intrusive monitoring.

Cons

Pricing is per user seat, which can be costly for large teams not fully utilizing all features.
No explicit free tier beyond the 14-day trial, limiting long-term free use.
Some advanced payroll and integration features require higher-tier plans.
User interface can be complex for new users due to extensive features.
Limited offline tracking capabilities compared to some competitors.

Developer features

API workflows
Connect Hubstaff data with any tools you run to build the workflows your business needs.
CLI automation
Run Hubstaff commands in scripts, servers, and coding agents to automate repeatable workflows.

You?

Be the first to rate Hubstaff

Your review helps others make better decisions. No account needed. Takes about 10 seconds.

Featured Video

See Hubstaff at work before you try it.

Watch on YouTube

0 questions

Hubstaff

Overview

What Hubstaff has

Apps

For developers

For teams

Support

Pricing

Key Features

Workforce operations

Employee time tracking

Project budgets

Global payments

Real-time metrics

Unusual activity detection

Budget alerts

Online timesheets

AI data access

Pros and cons

Pros

Cons

Developer features

API workflows

CLI automation

Be the first to rate Hubstaff

Featured Video

Frequently Asked Questions

What Hubstaff has

Apps

For developers

For teams

Support

Pricing

Key Features

Workforce operations

Employee time tracking

Project budgets

Global payments

Real-time metrics

Unusual activity detection

Budget alerts

Online timesheets

AI data access

Pros and cons

Pros

Cons

Developer features

API workflows

CLI automation

Be the first to rate Hubstaff

Featured Video

Frequently Asked Questions

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