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What is WorkTime?

WorkTime is designed to enhance productivity through effective monitoring, whether employees are working remotely or in the office. It tracks various metrics such as idle and active times, attendance, and the distinction between productive and unproductive periods, as well as software and internet usage. Unlike competitors, WorkTime operates faster and more efficiently, ensuring that your data remains secure either in the cloud or on-premises without leaving your organization. The tool respects employee privacy by focusing solely on productivity metrics, avoiding any invasive practices like capturing screenshots, keystrokes, or content from chats and emails. It is fully HIPAA compliant and has been shown to boost employee productivity by an impressive 3-20%. This increase is particularly significant given that employees typically spend 2-20% of their time on personal matters, including poor attendance, idleness, and socializing. By minimizing idle time, WorkTime not only enhances productivity but also fosters better attendance and discipline among employees. Furthermore, it provides a transparent view of how software and computers are utilized, allowing organizations to address issues effectively.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$4.99 per user per month
Free Version:
Free Version available.
Free Trial Offered?:
Yes

Integrations

No integrations listed.

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Company Facts

Company Name:
NesterSoft
Date Founded:
1998
Company Location:
Canada
Company Website:
www.worktime.com
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Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Online Training
On-Site Training
Support
Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

WorkTime Categories and Features

Time Tracking Software

Automatic Time Capture
Employee Database
Multiple Billing Rates
Offline Time Tracking
Online Time Tracking
Overtime Calculation
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Time Clock Software

Hourly Employee Tracking
Online Punch Card
Reporting/Analytics
Salaried Employee Tracking
Sick Leave Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking
Workstation Tracking

Employee Monitoring Software

Activity Monitoring
Browsing History
Keystroke Recording
Productivity Analysis
Screen Activity Recording
Time & Attendance
Time Tracking
  • Reviewer Name: Matthew A.
    Position: IT Director
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Ideal for small companies scaling up

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Aug 05 2025
    Summary

    A smart solution for small and mid-sized businesses looking to improve time tracking without implementing a complex system.

    Positive

    We use WorkTime across multiple small teams. It’s helped create transparency without micromanaging. Setup was intuitive.

    Negative

    I didn’t notice any real cons, but I wish there were more tooltips or examples for some features.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: IT Director
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    Goodbye instagram black holes

    4 out of 5 stars Date: Aug 05 2025
    Summary

    It’s not about control, it’s habit-building. Quiet, effective, and it works. Even for people like me.

    Positive

    I used to say “just five minutes on Instagram,” and boom, 30 gone. When our company enabled WorkTime, I thought: another tracker, great. But they activated a feature that automatically closes social media tabs. Like a magic slap on the wrist. It forced me to stay focused. It worked for me and the whole team.

    Negative

    I’d love a mobile app to quickly check reports. Right now, it’s all browser-based.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: HR
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 4 out of 5 stars
    Cost 4 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 4 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    Time monitoring product analysis

    4 out of 5 stars Date: Feb 17 2025
    Summary

    it’s been a great experience—I like the product. It’s a powerful tool that improves workflows and provides accurate tracking

    Positive

    Great tracking system. User-friendly, flexible, and simpler than others. Makes it easy to track work hours and tasks

    Negative

    I haven’t found anything bad, love the app and all its features

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Owner
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 4 out of 5 stars
    Cost 4 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 4 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    Managing remote teams just got easier

    4 out of 5 stars Date: Aug 05 2025
    Summary

    Now we understand how each team member works, regardless of location. Super helpful for planning and workload balancing

    Positive

    Lets us compare office vs. remote staff productivity, and track logins via IP. Great for hybrid teams

    Negative

    Wish reports had more customization like renaming columns or tweaking. But not a deal-breaker

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Software Developer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 4 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    We saved money on unused software licenses

    5 out of 5 stars Updated: May 15 2025
    Summary

    This tool not only tracks productivity but also helps with budget management. We now only pay for software that employees actually use, optimizing company expenses.

    Positive

    WorkTime showed us which software our employees actually use. We were able to cut costs on unused licenses and save a lot of money.

    Negative

    Everything works exactly as described, and it has been a great investment for our company.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Affiliate Project Manager
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 4 out of 5 stars
    Cost 4 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 4 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    An excellent solution for understanding burnout.

    4 out of 5 stars Date: Nov 11 2025
    Summary

    Our turnover was increasing, and for a long time, I couldn't figure out the cause. The reports showed that employees were working more than eight hours. I held discussions, found the cause, and spread the work more evenly. People stopped quitting.

    Positive

    This tool isn't just about monitoring. It a shows you who needs support. It identified which employees are consistently putting in extra hours.

    Negative

    I've been using the tool for about six months, and I love it. It delivered everything it promised.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Sr Systems
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    WorkTime spotted when employees started job hunting

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Jun 20 2025
    Summary

    Not about spying — more about being clear. Sometimes it’s better to know early and fix things than deal with surprises later.

    Positive

    I’m not big on micromanagement, but two workers started looking for new jobs in the same week. WorkTime showed their activity on job sites, and we caught it early. We had a talk, cleared up some misunderstandings, and no one left. Communication actually improved.

    Negative

    Seeing those job search sites was a bit unsettling. But glad we noticed in time

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: System Administrator
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 4 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    Sharing my experience using it

    4 out of 5 stars Date: Nov 24 2025
    Summary

    We have over 50 employees, some of whom work remotely. Before we got it, I never realized how much time we were wasting.

    Positive

    Shows the full picture by app and time. Gives reliable numbers. Works without issues. Point out weak spots and helps reduce "dead time"

    Negative

    At first, the team thought I was tracking everything. But I gave them access to my account, and they saw what data WT collects.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: IT Manager
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Keeps tracking even without internet

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Nov 05 2025
    Summary

    There were some network issues, but I was pleasantly surprised: the agents on my employees' computers continued collecting data. After the connection was restored, the data showed up in the reports.

    Positive

    Everything is fast, smooth, and easy. You can start tracking, no setup guide or installation needs.
    It keeps tracing even when offline.

    Negative

    I'm a newbie; I'm still testing the product, checking reports, and tweaking the setup for my team.

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  • Reviewer Name: Marlen M.
    Position: PM
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Straightforward tool that helps

    4 out of 5 stars Date: Jul 02 2025
    Summary

    What stood out wasn't just the functionality, but the way they treat customers. Support is consistently responsive even small questions get answered quickly. It’s rare to see that kind of attention these days.

    Positive

    The interface is clean and easy to figure out right away — no confusion at all. Settings are simple, and the data is presented clearly, so I can quickly understand what’s going on without wasting time. It’s been a big help in everyday work.

    Negative

    Would be great to have more options to customize the dashboards. Still, the reports are informative enough for most tasks.

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  • Reviewer Name: Beka I.
    Position: Director
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 4 out of 5 stars
    Cost 4 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 4 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    Made onboarding a lot easier

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Jun 03 2025
    Summary

    It helped us support new employees more effectively and identify bottlenecks earlier. Less guessing, more guidance.

    Positive

    We now use WorkTime to understand how new hires are adjusting — when they start, where they spend time, and what’s slowing them down. It’s subtle but so useful.

    Negative

    Some people feel nervous about it in the first week, so we take time to explain how it works.

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  • Reviewer Name: Aditi M.
    Position: Sales Manager
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 4 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Rock-Solid Performance, Always Accurate

    4 out of 5 stars Date: Aug 07 2025
    Summary

    Stability and reliability are key. We used to waste time on manual logs; now it's all automated. Thanks

    Positive

    Months in, not a single glitch or data loss. Tracks activity precisely doesn’t confuse tabs or apps. Syncs seamlessly with the server, no need to send reports manually

    Negative

    Would be nice to have more visualization, hourly charts or weekly breakdowns. Just a suggestion, not a flaw

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Software engineer
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Ideal for small companies scaling up

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Aug 13 2025
    Summary

    A smart solution for small and mid-sized businesses looking to improve time tracking without implementing a complex system.

    Positive

    We use WorkTime across multiple small teams. It’s helped create transparency without micromanaging. Setup was intuitive.

    Negative

    I didn’t notice any real cons, but I wish there were more tooltips or examples for some features

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  • Reviewer Name: Irene C.
    Position: Team Leader
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Big improvement in my work routine

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Jan 20 2025
    Summary

    I’ve been using WorkTime for about six months now, and I can honestly say it’s helped me stay on top of my schedule like never before

    Positive

    Before, I felt like my days were chaotic — I’d jump between tasks and lose track of time. Now, I get detailed reports that show me exactly where my hours are going. For example, I realized I was spending too much time responding to non-urgent emails. Adjusting my priorities has made a huge difference

    Negative

    To be honest, I haven’t found anything to dislike. It’s worked perfectly for me

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  • Reviewer Name: Salvatore R.
    Position: Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Perfect for remote teams

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Mar 11 2025
    Summary

    This tool has become indispensable for our remote team. It's reliable for tracking work hours, and it gives us insights into our productivity, helping us identify areas for improvement. It's streamlined our workflow

    Positive

    It tracks work hours accurately and provides real-time updates on employee activity. Setup is quick and straightforward, making it easy for our remote team to stay on top of their tasks.

    Negative

    I haven't faced any major issues with the features so far. Everything works as expected

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  • Reviewer Name: Kenyo G.
    Position: Trainer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set 4 out of 5 stars
    Layout 3 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 4 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    WorkTime review

    4 out of 5 stars Date: Dec 08 2025
    Summary

    Great for teams or companies that want to monitor team activity without screenshots. Reports show activity based on mouse clicks and keyboard use

    Positive

    The tool automatically tracks activity, so there's no need to turn it on manually. The reports are clean, clear, and easy to read

    Negative

    If you're looking for desktop or webcam screenshots, the tool doesn't do that. It doesn't spy on anyone

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Manager
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 4 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Helps us work smarter, not longer

    4 out of 5 stars Date: May 19 2025
    Summary

    We shifted from “work hard” to “work with intention.

    WorkTime didn’t just show us what’s wrong — it helped us build better habits

    Positive

    The Progress report made it obvious we weren’t getting better, just working more hours. That changed the way we approach goals and time management

    Negative

    It stings a bit to realize how much energy was being wasted. But better late than never

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  • Reviewer Name: Karim Z.
    Position: Copywriter
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Fair pay starts with good tracking

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Oct 16 2025
    Summary

    It helps me keep track of all my hours. Now I get paid fairly for my work and show clients exactly how much time I’ve worked.

    Positive

    It's easy to track how much time I spend on each landing page. The report immediately shows how much time I spent on each one.

    Negative

    In two years of using it, I haven't found any problems. It’s been super helpful.

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  • Reviewer Name: Lauren J.
    Position: Creative director
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 4 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 9 out of 10

    A simple way to reduce digital distractions

    4 out of 5 stars Date: May 21 2025
    Summary

    A thoughtful tool that feels more like a quiet assistant than a monitoring system. Subtle, helpful, and surprisingly insightful

    Positive

    The distraction report helped us realize how much noise there was — social media, messaging apps, background tabs. We adjusted our workflow and things became smoother

    Negative

    There are so many reports that we got a bit lost at first, but once we set up a dashboard, it was easy to navigate

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set 5 out of 5 stars
    Layout 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease Of Use 5 out of 5 stars
    Cost 5 out of 5 stars
    Customer Service 5 out of 5 stars
    Would you Recommend to Others? 10 out of 10

    Clock-in/out control promotes accountability

    5 out of 5 stars Date: Feb 06 2025
    Summary

    We quickly adapted to using it and solved attendance and hourly pay issues with the control it offers. Encouraged responsibility and punctuality among employees.

    Positive

    Allows tracking of employees' daily hours, start and end times, and exact locations. Provides detailed insights for effective management.

    Negative

    Nothing to dislike so far. The results have been consistently positive

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