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Kimai alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Kimai: interface is functional rather than polished, and self-hosting means maintaining the server. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Kimai, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. solidtime currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1solidtime logosolidtimeOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 466.5
2Clockify logoClockifyFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +45 of 562.6
3Toggl Track logoToggl TrackFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 459.6
4Harvest logoHarvestFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 455.3
  1. solidtime logo

    1. solidtimeTop pick

    Best for: Teams that want a Toggl-style tracker they can self-host or use in EU-run hosting

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Kimai

    Newer open-source tracker with a more modern interface and desktop app.

    Pros

    • Open source and free to self-host
    • Clean, modern interface
    • Imports from Toggl and Clockify

    Cons

    • No native mobile apps yet
    • Fewer integrations than established tools
    • Invoicing limited to paid plans
    Visit solidtime Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is solidtime a good Kimai alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    AGPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026solidtime.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Professional price
    €8 per user/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026solidtime.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes, with Docker
    Checked Oct 25, 2026docs.solidtime.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosted servers
    1,000+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026solidtime.io(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Clockify logo

    2. Clockify

    Best for: Budget-conscious teams that want timesheets, time off and approvals in one tracker

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Kimai

    Hosted, polished apps and a free plan, if you'd rather not run a server.

    Pros

    • Free plan and low per-seat prices
    • Timer, timesheet, kiosk and auto tracker options
    • Choice of data regions on higher plans

    Cons

    • Many tiers make plan choice confusing
    • Free plan is capped at a small team
    • Screenshots and GPS feel intrusive to some employees
    Visit Clockify Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Clockify a good Kimai alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 5 users
    Checked Oct 25, 2026clockify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Basic price
    $3.99 per seat/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026clockify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Standard price
    $5.49 per seat/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026clockify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro price
    $7.99 per seat/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026clockify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Data location
    EU, UK, USA or Australia
    Checked Oct 25, 2026clockify.me(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Toggl Track logo

    3. Toggl Track

    Best for: Freelancers and small teams who want an easy timer and clear billable-hours reports

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Kimai

    Easier day-to-day experience with native apps on every platform.

    Pros

    • Very easy start-stop timer on every platform
    • Browser extension adds timers inside many web apps
    • Clear, flexible reports

    Cons

    • Free plan limited to a few users
    • Billable rates and estimates need a paid plan
    • Per-user pricing adds up for larger teams
    Visit Toggl Track Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Toggl Track a good Kimai alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 3 users
    Checked Oct 25, 2026toggl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starter price
    $9 per user/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026toggl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium price
    $16 per user/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026toggl.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026toggl.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Harvest logo

    4. Harvest

    Best for: Agencies and consultants who bill clients for hours and want invoices from the same tool

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Kimai

    Commercial alternative with similar invoicing focus and less setup.

    Pros

    • Time, expenses and invoicing in one place
    • Budget and capacity reports for project managers
    • Large set of integrations with timer buttons

    Cons

    • Free plan covers only one seat and two projects
    • No automatic activity tracking
    • Higher per-seat price than budget trackers
    Visit Harvest Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Harvest a good Kimai alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, 1 seat and 2 projects
    Checked Oct 25, 2026getharvest.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Teams price
    $9 per seat/month, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026getharvest.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026getharvest.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Invoicing
    Included, even on Free
    Checked Oct 25, 2026getharvest.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Kimai alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

solidtime logo

Best Kimai alternative for most people

solidtime

Newer open-source tracker with a more modern interface and desktop app.

Timewarrior logo

Best Kimai alternative for a free option

Timewarrior

Open-source command-line tracker for individuals who live in the terminal.

Clockify logo

Best Kimai alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Clockify

Hosted, polished apps and a free plan, if you'd rather not run a server.

solidtime logo

Best Kimai alternative for open source

solidtime

Newer open-source tracker with a more modern interface and desktop app.

solidtime logo

Best Kimai alternative for self-hosting

solidtime

Newer open-source tracker with a more modern interface and desktop app.

Toggl Track logo

Best Kimai alternative for Mac

Toggl Track

Easier day-to-day experience with native apps on every platform.

Harvest logo

Best Kimai alternative for Windows

Harvest

Commercial alternative with similar invoicing focus and less setup.

solidtime logo

Best Kimai alternative for Linux

solidtime

Newer open-source tracker with a more modern interface and desktop app.

Clockify logo

Best Kimai alternative for iPhone and Android

Clockify

Hosted, polished apps and a free plan, if you'd rather not run a server.

solidtime logo

Best Kimai alternative for working in the browser

solidtime

Newer open-source tracker with a more modern interface and desktop app.

Kimai alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Kimai?

solidtime ranks first right now. Newer open-source tracker with a more modern interface and desktop app. Clockify and Toggl Track follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Kimai?

Yes. solidtime (open source), Clockify (free plan + paid), Toggl Track (free plan + paid) and Timewarrior (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Kimai?

Yes: solidtime and Timewarrior. solidtime can also be self-hosted.

Which Kimai alternatives work on Linux?

solidtime, Clockify, Toggl Track and Timewarrior run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Kimai?

The complaints we hear most: interface is functional rather than polished; self-hosting means maintaining the server; some features come as plugins.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Kimai, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.