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Tyme alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Tyme: apple platforms only, and subscription pricing. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Tyme, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Timemator currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Timemator logoTimematorPaidNomacOS, iOS4 of 466.5
2Timing logoTimingPaidNomacOS, Web4 of 462.6
3Harvest logoHarvestFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 459.6
4Toggl Track logoToggl TrackFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 457.2
  1. Timemator logo

    1. TimematorTop pick

    Best for: Solo Mac users who want rule-based automatic timers without a subscription

    PaidmacOS, iOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tyme

    Mac and iPhone tracker with automatic rules, sold as a one-time purchase.

    Pros

    • One-time purchase, no subscription
    • Rules start and stop timers automatically
    • Activity timeline for filling gaps

    Cons

    • Apple devices only
    • Activity timeline is Mac-only
    • Few team features
    Visit Timemator 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 Timemator a good Tyme alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Mac price
    $39 one-time, 2 devices
    Checked Oct 25, 2026timemator.com(opens source in a new tab)
    iOS price
    $7.99 one-time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026timemator.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026timemator.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Activity timeline
    Mac only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026timemator.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Timing logo

    2. Timing

    Best for: Mac-based freelancers and consultants who want detailed, automatic time records

    PaidmacOS, Web

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tyme

    Automatic Mac tracking so you rarely need to start a timer.

    Pros

    • Captures apps, documents and websites automatically
    • Rules sort recurring activity into projects
    • Scripting, web API and Zapier for automation

    Cons

    • Mac only
    • Subscription tiers are priced per number of Macs
    • Takes setup to get rules working well
    Visit Timing 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 Timing a good Tyme alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Automatic tracking
    Records time without timers
    Checked Oct 25, 2026timingapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Privacy
    Tracked data kept private
    Checked Oct 25, 2026timingapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    Scripting, Web API and Zapier
    Checked Oct 25, 2026timingapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Team features
    On the Connect plan
    Checked Oct 25, 2026timingapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Harvest logo

    3. 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

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tyme

    Cross-platform tracking with built-in invoicing and online payments.

    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 ×0.377
    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 Harvest a good Tyme 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)
  4. Toggl Track logo

    4. 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

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Tyme

    Free plan and apps for every platform, including Windows and 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 ×0.369
    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 Toggl Track a good Tyme 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)

The best Tyme alternative for…

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

Timemator logo

Best Tyme alternative for most people

Timemator

Mac and iPhone tracker with automatic rules, sold as a one-time purchase.

Harvest logo

Best Tyme alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Harvest

Cross-platform tracking with built-in invoicing and online payments.

Timing logo

Best Tyme alternative for Mac

Timing

Automatic Mac tracking so you rarely need to start a timer.

Toggl Track logo

Best Tyme alternative for Windows

Toggl Track

Free plan and apps for every platform, including Windows and Android.

Toggl Track logo

Best Tyme alternative for Linux

Toggl Track

Free plan and apps for every platform, including Windows and Android.

Harvest logo

Best Tyme alternative for iPhone and Android

Harvest

Cross-platform tracking with built-in invoicing and online payments.

Timing logo

Best Tyme alternative for working in the browser

Timing

Automatic Mac tracking so you rarely need to start a timer.

Tyme alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Tyme?

Timemator ranks first right now. Mac and iPhone tracker with automatic rules, sold as a one-time purchase. Timing and Harvest follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Tyme?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Tyme?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which Tyme alternatives work on Linux?

Toggl Track runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Tyme?

The complaints we hear most: apple platforms only; subscription pricing; no automatic activity tracking.

How is this list ranked?

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