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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: Creative Director
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Great tool for silent performers like me

    Date: May 28 2025
    Summary

    This tool highlights real contribution. It’s a win for people like me who just do the work without always being seen or heard

    Positive

    I’m not the loudest person in meetings, but WorkTime shows my actual work results. It gives recognition without needing to promote myself constantly

    Negative

    The numbers are accurate, but context still matters. Managers should take time to understand the full picture behind the data

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  • Reviewer Name: Emelina H.
    Position: Software Engineer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    The perfect tool for developers

    Date: Jan 06 2025
    Summary

    Perfect for developers. The ability to collect data even without internet is a game-changer. I use it to track projects and time, and it’s made a big improvement in my workflow.

    Positive

    Accurate time tracking, works offline, and has great analytics. Plus, it's easy to adjust to my company’s needs.

    Negative

    This program is perfect for handling main tasks and boosting productivity.

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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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    All in one tool

    Date: Mar 05 2025
    Summary

    We see it as a powerful tool for teams looking to improve collaboration and efficiency, with no drawbacks

    Positive

    Great productivity features. This tool helps me efficiently manage my team, track projects, monitor progress, and keep an eye on employee turnover—all in one place

    Negative

    I have no complaints since I haven't encountered any issues

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Manager
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Reduced social media distractions for my team

    Date: Jan 09 2025
    Summary

    As a team manager, I noticed some employees were spending too much time on social media during work hours. Since implementing, we’ve seen a huge improvement in focus and productivity

    Positive

    The alerts are really helpful—they gently remind my team to stay on track without feeling intrusive. I’ve noticed tasks being completed faster

    Negative

    It might feel a bit strict to some employees at first, but it’s helped build better work habits for the whole team

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: IT manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A lifesaver for remote work.

    Date: Apr 08 2025
    Summary

    WorkTime has made remote team management so much easier by providing real-time insights without micromanaging. Now, I can focus on strategy instead of constantly checking in with my team.

    Positive

    I’ve been managing remote teams for years, and keeping track of productivity was always a headache. WorkTime gives me real-time insights into what my team is working on without being intrusive. Love the active/idle time tracking feature.

    Negative

    Took a couple of days for some employees to adjust, but now they don’t even notice it running.

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  • Reviewer Name: Joey M.
    Position: Customer Service Auditor
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Reliable and non-intrusive time tracking solution

    Date: Jul 21 2025
    Summary

    WorkTime has been a great fit for our organization. It does exactly what we need without adding complexity or stress

    Positive

    WorkTime provides accurate time tracking without invading employee privacy. The interface is simple, and automated idle time alerts are especially useful

    Negative

    Initial setup took some time to configure for multiple departments. Would be great to have more report export formats

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Projet Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Simple, automated, and screenshot-free

    Date: Oct 23 2025
    Summary

    A good option for monitoring without screenshots. Automation really saves time, but you need to spend a few minutes at the start adding employees, schedules, and break times. It doesn’t take long though.

    Positive

    The program launches automatically, so you don't have to click "Start" every time. You can make it visible or hidden. The reports are detailed, and that’s a huge bonus

    Negative

    Some employees feel uneasy about monitoring at first. It takes a little time to explain how it works, what it collects, and that it doesn't take screenshots.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: PM
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Simple management tool for remote work

    Date: Feb 10 2025
    Summary

    A great tool for time tracking that helps maintain productivity. It supports resource management effectively even for remote teams. Highly recommended.

    Positive

    I was able to customize it to achieve desired functionality. Proper handling of holidays and leave.

    Negative

    No complaints so far. It’s an excellent product, and I highly recommend it to others

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  • Reviewer Name: Rigoberto H.
    Position: Consultant
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Perfect for tracking every detail

    Date: Jan 14 2025
    Summary

    I’ve been using it for a few months now, and it’s amazing how detailed the reports are. As someone who likes to keep track of every little thing, this software is perfect for me

    Positive

    It shows login and logout times, what apps are being used, and even how long spend on specific tasks. It’s super easy to see where time goes, and I’ve already made changes to work more efficiently

    Negative

    Maybe adding more color options for the dashboard would be fun, but it’s not necessary

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  • Reviewer Name: Leena C.
    Position: Team Lead HR
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Simple and handy time tracking tool

    Date: Jun 19 2025
    Summary

    We tried more complicated or intrusive tools, but this one is clear and easy. It handles exactly what I need without fuss.

    Positive

    Quick to set up and figure out. Works when offline. Keeps data private and doesn’t interrupt your day.

    Negative

    I haven’t run into any problems — it suits my work completely and feels reliable.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: IT Admin
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    real impact

    Date: Jul 16 2025
    Summary

    We got it rolling quickly, and the team adapted fast. The simplicity is a strength it does what it says without noise

    Positive

    setup took minutes. Monitoring team hours is straightforward. No distractions, no confusing screens it works without extras

    Negative

    ideal for basic time control. I’m totally happy with the product

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  • Reviewer Name: Marlana O.
    Position: IT Director
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Finally ditched Excel for attendance

    Date: Sep 16 2025
    Summary

    For a small team like ours it’s been useful. We don’t argue about attendance anymore because the report shows it clearly

    Positive

    I can see right away who logs in late or leaves early. Before, we tracked everything in Excel and it was a pain, lots of mistakes and missed entries

    Negative

    The interface looks a bit old-school, but it does the job

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Owner
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Helped cut down wasted time

    Date: Mar 17 2025
    Summary

    It’s an essential tool for agencies like ours that rely on accurate time tracking. We can now confidently bill clients based on real work hours, not just estimates.

    Positive

    I run a design agency, and we bill clients by the hour. This tool helped us realize that some employees were spending too much time on YouTube and social media. Now, we’ve optimized our workflow, and productivity has skyrocketed.

    Negative

    Can't say I have a complaint. Program has been amazing.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Analyst
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Made our meetings way shorter

    Date: Jun 02 2025
    Summary

    The reports showed how much time meetings were taking. We took action and won back hours of deep focus across the week

    Positive

    After seeing how much time we wasted in calls, we cut down meetings. Everyone’s more focused, and agendas are clearer now

    Negative

    A few team members didn’t like changing old habits, and reducing call times took some adjustment across the company

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Analyst
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Excellent time-saving system.

    Date: Feb 10 2025
    Summary

    It worked for every aspect of our time-tracking needs. We integrated it to improve payroll processes, attendance tracking, and data accuracy. It has saved us time and money.

    Positive

    Tracks employees' current location via IP when logging in through their work laptops, ensuring efficiency.

    Negative

    For its intended purpose, it works quite well. No significant issues encountered so far.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Director of Recruiting
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Simple and effective tool

    Date: Sep 25 2025
    Summary

    If you want to keep an eye on what employees are working on, this is a solid option. It shows you the details clearly, and that’s helpful.

    Positive

    Even beginners can pick it up quickly. Adding new team members and tracking what they’re doing is straightforward. The dashboard is clear and easy to read. It’s great to see exactly what everyone is working on. Support answers are thoughtful too.

    Negative

    It’s not perfect, but for most tasks, WorkTime does the job without issues.

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  • Reviewer Name: Amit K.
    Position: Managing Director
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Opened my eyes to how days really go

    Date: Sep 08 2025
    Summary

    It gave me a clearer picture of our daily rhythm. Now we plan meetings around the hours when people are actually focused, instead of guessing

    Positive

    I always thought I had a good sense of how people spent their time, but the reports caught things I’d never have noticed. One teammate was sharp in the mornings but basically done by late afternoon, while another was the opposite. Before, I just assumed everyone worked the same way

    Negative

    Sometimes I wish the graphs were a bit easier to read at a glance, but it’s not a dealbreaker

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  • Reviewer Name: Ian W.
    Position: Project Leader
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Helped control overtime of employees

    Date: Nov 18 2024
    Summary

    One of my employees was deceiving me. He was taking advantage of overtime work—every month, he claimed to have worked after hours and on weekends, and I had to pay him extra. I don’t mind paying for additional time, but only when it’s really necessary. I started noticing that he was always claiming overtime, no matter how many tasks there were. If there were few tasks, he worked overtime; if there were many, he did too. So, I decided to implement a monitoring system. Thanks to this, I discovered that the employee was marking overtime as being done outside of working hours when in reality, he was doing it during regular hours.

    Positive

    The monitoring system helped me spot discrepancies in time tracking and uncover the employee's overtime manipulation. Thanks to this, I was able to save the company’s budget and ensure fairness for all employees.

    Negative

    To be honest, I didn't find any shortcomings. Everything is going smoothly and nothing negative has happened yet.

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  • Reviewer Name: Elisa C.
    Position: IT Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Confidentiality

    Date: Jul 09 2024
    Summary

    We were looking for a tool to effectively manage team work time, and the program completely met our expectations. Data security is important to us, and I appreciate that the program does not take screenshots of the desktop or webcam, and it does not record personal data. The ability to store data on our server provides an additional sense of security. For those who value reliability and confidentiality, this is an excellent solution.

    Positive

    You can choose the depth of monitoring yourself, the program does not take screenshots of your desktop or webcam, no personal data is recorded, and tracking data can be stored on your computer/server. No issues with the antivirus

    Negative

    Setting up some of the features initially seemed complicated but the technical support quickly helped us figure it out, and we were able to get the program up and running smoothly

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  • Reviewer Name: Victoria S.
    Position: PM
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
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    A real lifesaver for our company

    Date: Jun 07 2024
    Summary

    Our employees are located in different time zones around the world, and each of them starts and finishes work at different times.
    Previously this was difficult to control. Now, we can set individual work schedules days off and lunch breaks for each of them. Compiling a monthly report of hours worked no longer comes as a shock to me.

    Positive

    Helps effectively manage employees in different time zones while also allowing for personalized work schedules days off, and breaks.

    Negative

    Everything works great for me. There isn't a single thing that I don't like.

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