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Timemator alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Timemator: apple devices only, and activity timeline is Mac-only. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Timemator, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Timing currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Toggl Track logoToggl TrackFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 459.6
2ActivityWatch logoActivityWatchOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +24 of 457.2
  1. Toggl Track logo

    1. Toggl TrackTop pick

    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 Timemator

    Cross-platform timers with a free plan, if you also use Windows or Android.

    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 Timemator 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)
  2. ActivityWatch logo

    2. ActivityWatch

    Best for: Privacy-minded individuals who want automatic tracking without sending data to a cloud

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Android, Browser extension

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Timemator

    Free, open-source automatic tracking across operating systems.

    Pros

    • Free and open source
    • All data stays on your device
    • Extensible with custom watchers and queries

    Cons

    • No team, billing or invoicing features
    • Limited multi-device sync
    • Utilitarian dashboard
    Visit ActivityWatch Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    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 ActivityWatch a good Timemator alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    MPL-2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026activitywatch.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026activitywatch.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Data location
    Stays on your device
    Checked Oct 25, 2026activitywatch.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Supporter plans
    From $5/month (optional)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026activitywatch.net(opens source in a new tab)

The best Timemator alternative for…

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

Timing logo

Best Timemator alternative for most people

Timing

Deeper automatic tracking and team options for Mac, on a subscription.

ActivityWatch logo

Best Timemator alternative for a free option

ActivityWatch

Free, open-source automatic tracking across operating systems.

Toggl Track logo

Best Timemator alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Toggl Track

Cross-platform timers with a free plan, if you also use Windows or Android.

ActivityWatch logo

Best Timemator alternative for open source

ActivityWatch

Free, open-source automatic tracking across operating systems.

Tyme logo

Best Timemator alternative for Mac

Tyme

Polished Mac and iOS tracker with billing, also popular with freelancers.

Toggl Track logo

Best Timemator alternative for Windows

Toggl Track

Cross-platform timers with a free plan, if you also use Windows or Android.

Toggl Track logo

Best Timemator alternative for Linux

Toggl Track

Cross-platform timers with a free plan, if you also use Windows or Android.

Toggl Track logo

Best Timemator alternative for iPhone and Android

Toggl Track

Cross-platform timers with a free plan, if you also use Windows or Android.

Timing logo

Best Timemator alternative for working in the browser

Timing

Deeper automatic tracking and team options for Mac, on a subscription.

Timemator alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Timemator?

Timing ranks first right now. Deeper automatic tracking and team options for Mac, on a subscription. Tyme and Toggl Track follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Timemator?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Timemator?

Yes: ActivityWatch.

Which Timemator alternatives work on Linux?

Toggl Track and ActivityWatch run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Timemator?

The complaints we hear most: apple devices only; activity timeline is Mac-only; few team features.

How is this list ranked?

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