Time tracking software: The top 5 at a glance

In the interest of data protection, we list in this article only providers from Germany that comply with the GDPR.

1. Sawayo
2. Clockin
3. Papershift
4. Personio
5. Crew Master

Sawayo

Summary

The software Sawayo supports companies in the implementation of employer and entrepreneur obligations.

Sawayo offers a wide range of functions that go far beyond just time tracking. With Sawayo, you can not only record working hours, but also manage absences, have documents signed, check licenses, give and receive notices, and use an employee app. So Sawayo is an all-in-one solution that relieves you of many employer duties and saves you time and money. Sawayo impresses with its very easy usability and easy-to-understand functions. However, complex company structures can also be mapped and the topic of time recording can be covered holistically. Sawayo is one of the most detailed time recording systems due to functions such as night bonuses, roles and rights for users, export to payroll software, digital timesheets, project recording and much more.

Price

Sawayo can be used free of charge in the basic version. Depending on the desired range of functions, upgrades can be purchased. The prices are then calculated per employee and month.

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Clockin

Summary

Clockin is a time recording system, where the management of absences such as vacation or illness are also possible. Clockin focuses mainly on smaller companies, where project times, travel times, etc. have to be recorded. Using photo, sketch and note functions, teams can document projects and exchange information about them together. For quality assurance, functions such as digital project files, checklists and digital signatures are included in clockin.

Price

The costs at clockin start at €3.99 per employee per month and reach €9.99 per employee per month in the highest price plan. There is no free version.

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Papershift

Summary

Papershift is a software that focuses mainly on planning and recording working hours and shifts. The tool can be used to manage duty rosters, record times and absences. Papershift is especially suitable for companies with changing shift models.

Price

The costs start at 6€ per user per month in the smallest price plan and are 10€ per user per month in the highest plan.

There is no free version, but the tool can be tested free of charge for 14 days.

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Personio

Summary

Personio offers HR software for managing personnel processes, including time tracking. With Personio you can record working hours, manage absences, create payrolls, manage applicants, conduct employee interviews and much more. Personio is particularly suitable for companies looking for a comprehensive HR solution that covers all aspects of human resources management. Due to its complexity, Personio can seem overwhelming and requires more onboarding time than other time tracking solutions.

Price

The costs for Personio start at 99€ per month and increase depending on the number of employees. There is no free version.

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Crew Master

Summary

Crewmeister offers a simple and flexible solution for mobile time tracking and absence management. With Crewmeister you can record working hours via app or terminal, enter breaks, submit and approve leave requests, manage overtime and export payrolls. Crewmeister is especially suitable for smaller companies with 5-50 employees.

Price

The costs at Crewmeister start at 11,90€ per month for at least 5 employees. The prices increase according to the number of employees. There is no free version.