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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
Billable & Non-Billable Hours
Billing & Invoicing
Employee Database
Expense Tracking
Mobile Time Tracking
Multiple Billing Rates
Offline Time Tracking
Online Time Tracking
Overtime Calculation
Time per Project Reporting
Timesheet Management
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Time Clock Software

Biometric Recognition
Hourly Employee Tracking
Messaging
Mobile Access
Online Punch Card
Payroll Management
Punch card
Reporting/Analytics
Salaried Employee Tracking
Sick Leave Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking
Workstation Tracking

Employee Monitoring Software

Activity Monitoring
Browsing History
Email Monitoring
Keystroke Recording
Productivity Analysis
Remote Control
Screen Activity Recording
Time & Attendance
Time Tracking
  • 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
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    An excellent solution for understanding burnout.

    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
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    WorkTime spotted when employees started job hunting

    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
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    Sharing my experience using it

    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
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    Keeps tracking even without internet

    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
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    Straightforward tool that helps

    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
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Made onboarding a lot easier

    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
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    Rock-Solid Performance, Always Accurate

    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
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    Ideal for small companies scaling up

    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
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    Big improvement in my work routine

    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
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    Perfect for remote teams

    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
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    WorkTime review

    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
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    Helps us work smarter, not longer

    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
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    Fair pay starts with good tracking

    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
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    A simple way to reduce digital distractions

    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
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    Clock-in/out control promotes accountability

    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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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Administrator
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Saved me from burning out by showing my long hours

    Date: Jul 02 2025
    Summary

    It’s like a mirror. If you’re honest with it, it helps — not just business-wise but personally too. First app that made me truly see how I spend my time.

    Positive

    I’m a freelancer and used to say “just a bit more” until midnight. Installed WorkTime out of curiosity and it shocked me — I was working 11–12 hours a day with no breaks. Nothing else showed that so clearly. Now I set limits and my productivity went up.

    Negative

    It was weird at first knowing I’m “watched,” even if by myself. But that feeling fades.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Accountant
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Caught wasted subscription costs

    Date: Oct 07 2025
    Summary

    This app shows which apps are in use and which ones aren’t.Just canceling that one license basically covered the cost of this software.

    Positive

    Turned out we’d been paying for a design tool that almost no one touched anymore. Without the report I wouldn’t have noticed.

    Negative

    Nothing major comes to mind yet. He saved me a bunch of money.

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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): 26 - 99
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    Actually made remote work feel more connected

    Date: May 28 2025
    Summary

    We needed something to help with alignment while working remotely. This tool keeps us in sync without constant messaging

    Positive

    Seeing who’s online and active gives us a sense of rhythm. We’re not in the same room, but we’re clearly working together

    Negative

    At first it felt a bit like being watched, but once we saw how it worked, it felt more like structure than surveillance

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  • Reviewer Name: Amada B.
    Position: Managing Director
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Simple and effective time tracking

    Date: Jul 16 2025
    Summary

    I manage a small team of seven, and WorkTime has been a huge help organizing our daily workflow. The automatic data collection means I don’t have to manually check or remind anyone to log their hours. Plus, the alerts for inactivity or overtime keep things on track effortlessl

    Positive

    It does a great job automatically collecting employee work time data. The automatic notifications feature is handy you get exactly the info you need for planning without digging through reports.

    Negative

    The initial setup took some getting used to, but once configured, it runs smoothly without any hassle.

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  • Reviewer Name: Kevin H.
    Position: Lead Developer
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Didn’t expect the free plan to be this good

    Date: Oct 27 2025
    Summary

    I used the free plan because three freelancers were enough. But when I added more, I upgraded to a paid plan. It turned out that all the data from the free plan carried over when I upgraded."

    Positive

    Free plan. It can be used for up to three employees. It includes all reports so you still get a full picture of activity.

    Negative

    Data from the free plan is only stored for the past two weeks. Three employees are often not enough.

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