Choose Hubstaff and scale your business with an all-in-one platform
For teams seeking the ultimate productivity boost, both Hubstaff and Time Doctor deliver, but Hubstaff’s holistic approach sets it apart. With advanced time tracking, automated payroll, and integrated project management, Hubstaff is designed to meet the needs of modern teams. While Time Doctor provides solid productivity reports, Hubstaff’s comprehensive features and strong customer support make it a top contender. For businesses looking to maximize productivity, Hubstaff is a powerful choice that delivers results.
112,000+ businesses trust Hubstaff for time tracking
Hubstaff vs Time Doctor: Feature by Feature
Feature | Hubstaff (Best choice) | Time Doctor |
---|---|---|
Comprehensive Time Tracking | Automated, user-friendly | Basic, manual options |
Multi-device time tracking | Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, ChromeOS, Android, iOS | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS |
Integration options | 30+ seamless integrations | Extensive integrations |
Productivity Monitoring | Advanced insights with customizable screenshots | Basic monitoring, less flexible |
Time and Attendance | Comprehensive support for overtime, multiple PTO types, and both paid/unpaid breaks | No overtime support, basic PTO, only paid breaks |
Employee Monitoring | Privacy-oriented, flexible (turn on/off, blur screens) | Detailed monitoring, including video screen recording, less flexible |
Reporting and Analytics | Detailed, customizable reports with real-time data | Standard, less in-depth reports |
Automated Payroll | Full automation, seamless payment processing | Manual CSV exports, no in-app processing |
Automatic invoicing | Customizable, integrated invoicing |
No automatic invoicing, manual only |
GPS Tracking | Field team ready | Desk workers only |
Live Customer Support | 24/7 exceptional service | Standard, basic support |
Project and Task Management | Advanced and Customizable | Limited |
Free trial | 14-day free trial, no credit card required | 14-day free trial, no credit card required |
Comprehensive time tracking
Hubstaff goes beyond basic time tracking with its automated, user-friendly time tracking, ensuring accurate, efficient time management without the need for constant oversight. It also has the added benefit of client login access for transparency.
Time Doctor relies more on manual input, making it less efficient and potentially more restrictive for teams.
Winner in streamlined time tracking, Hubstaff’s automation sets it apart.
Multi-device capabilities
Hubstaff supports all major devices, making it a versatile time tracking app that ensures seamless operation across your team’s preferred platforms.
Time Doctor also supports multiple devices but lacks the additional flexibility Hubstaff offers.
Winner in flexibility for diverse teams, Hubstaff’s broader device compatibility sets it apart.
Integration options
Hubstaff seamlessly integrates with over 30 tools, including project management, accounting, and CRM platforms, providing a flexible solution for various industries.
Time Doctor offers a broad range of integrations, connecting with numerous popular tools across different industries.
Hubstaff's extensive integration options make it a versatile and powerful choice, while Time Doctor's vast range of integrations allows it to meet the needs of various industries.
Winner in versatility and power, Hubstaff’s extensive integration options set it apart.
Productivity monitoring
Hubstaff’s advanced productivity monitoring tools are designed to optimize employee productivity, offering deep insights without the need for constant supervision.
Time Doctor’s basic productivity monitoring tools lack the depth and flexibility Hubstaff provides.
Winner in productivity insights, Hubstaff’s superior monitoring tools set it apart.
Time and Attendance
Hubstaff’s comprehensive time and attendance features ensure precise management of overtime, PTO, and both paid and unpaid work breaks, all without the need for manual oversight.
Time Doctor offers basic functionality, lacks support for overtime, and provides limited PTO options with only paid breaks available, making it less adaptable for businesses with diverse needs.
Winner in detailed and efficient time management, Hubstaff’s robust time and attendance capabilities set it apart.
Employee monitoring
Hubstaff’s employee monitoring tools prioritize flexibility and privacy, offering customizable options like turning monitoring on and off, blurring screens, and capturing activity levels without intruding on employee privacy. This ensures that businesses can gain valuable insights while maintaining trust and morale within their teams.
Time Doctor, while providing robust features like video screen recording, takes a more rigid approach. The focus on detailed monitoring can be less flexible and may raise privacy concerns among employees.
Winner in balancing productivity and employee trust, Hubstaff’s privacy-oriented and adaptable monitoring sets it apart.
Reporting and analytics
Hubstaff provides customizable, detailed reports with real-time data, offering comprehensive insights into your team’s performance.
Time Doctor’s reporting is more basic, offering less detailed and less customizable insights.
Winner in detailed analytics, Hubstaff is the clear choice for businesses.
Automated payroll
Hubstaff offers fully automated payroll and invoicing integrated with multiple payment platforms, allowing you to easily manage project budgets while minimizing errors and manual work.
Time Doctor relies on manual CSV exports for payroll, with no in-app invoicing, making it inefficient and prone to errors.
Winner in payroll efficiency, Hubstaff’s automated payroll saves time and reduces errors, making it the smarter choice.
Automatic invoicing
Hubstaff’s customizable, integrated invoicing automates billing, reducing the administrative burden on your team.
Time Doctor lacks automatic invoicing, leading to inefficiencies and increased manual work.
Winner in streamlined billing, Hubstaff’s invoicing features are unmatched for businesses.
GPS tracking
Hubstaff’s GPS tracking and geofencing features are perfect for managing job site visits providing comprehensive tracking, geofencing, and mobile app support for field and remote teams.
Time Doctor lacks geo-location clock-in clock-out functionality and is mainly designed for desk workers, limiting its use for businesses with field teams.
Winner for mobile and field teams, Hubstaff’s GPS features are far superior.
Live customer support
Hubstaff offers 24/7 live support, detailed documentation, and a concierge setup for enterprise clients, ensuring top-tier service.
Time Doctor’s support is standard, with slower response times and less comprehensive service, which could be a pain point for businesses needing quick and reliable assistance.
Winner in reliability, Hubstaff’s exceptional support makes it the top choice for businesses seeking dependable assistance.
Project and task management
Hubstaff’s robust project management software allows detailed project and task management, with the ability to create tasks and assign multiple bill/pay rates, ensuring precise payroll and client billing.
Time Doctor has basic project management and cannot assign unique bill/pay rates, making it unsuitable for large or complex projects.
Winner in comprehensive project management, Hubstaff is the superior choice.
Customer satisfaction speaks volumes
G2 data shows Hubstaff leads with higher satisfaction, better product direction, and a stronger time-tracking position compared to Time Doctor.
Each month, Hubstaff tracks:
What our customers say
“We work in a lot of different industries, so I can’t always know what’s a 45-minute task and what’s a four-hour task. With tools like Hubstaff, you can tell. You then decide if a whole project should’ve taken 16 hours or if someone is just not the right fit.”
OneIMS President and Founder
“We believe — just like Hubstaff — that talent is everywhere and people should be able to work any time, anywhere, even in their pajamas,” says Kothari. “As a company, we believe in the same future of work as Hubstaff, which is great because our values align.”
Co-founder at Tallyfy
The bottom line: Why Hubstaff is the obvious choice
Choose Hubstaff if you’re serious about scaling your business with a platform that does it all.
When excellence is non-negotiable, Hubstaff is the only choice. Equip your team with the best — don’t leave productivity to chance. It’s not just time tracking software — it’s an all-in-one platform designed to streamline every aspect of workforce management. From automated payroll and flexible project management to deep customization and exceptional customer support, Hubstaff delivers everything businesses need to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.
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