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timeBuzzer vs Clockify

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Clockify? Here's how timeBuzzer compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: timeBuzzer. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.

What it is
German time-tracking with a one-press hardware buzzer and EU-hosted data.
Time tracking and productivity software for teams.
Headquarters
🇩🇪 DE
🇺🇸 US
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available for EU customers.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type II
Price from
8 €/user/mo
$3.99/user/mo
Free plan
No
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
bexio, Lexware Office, sevdesk, MILKEE, GrandTotal +7
Asana, Trello, Jira, QuickBooks, Zapier +3

Where each one wins

timeBuzzer

Strengths

  • +Intuitive and user-friendly interface with minimal learning curve
  • +Hardware buzzer enables quick, physical time tracking without manual input
  • +Cross-platform compatibility (mobile, PC, web) with automatic start/pause on computer idle
  • +Customizable 'layers' for flexible time tracking by customers, projects, or cost centers
  • +Comprehensive reporting and analytics with direct invoice generation
  • +Effective reminder system to ensure consistent time tracking
  • +Auto-sync across devices reduces administrative overhead

Limitations

  • −Hardware buzzer requires extra payment and lacks wireless connectivity or advanced customization
  • −No native delete function for time entries (only archiving available)
  • −Limited native integrations (e.g., no direct Microsoft support; API required for advanced workflows)

Clockify

Strengths

  • +Simple and intuitive interface
  • +Free plan with unlimited users
  • +Good value for money
  • +Cross-platform support

Limitations

  • −Limited features in the free plan
  • −No built-in invoicing in lower tiers
  • −Learning curve for advanced features
  • −Occasional sync issues

Data residency & compliance

timeBuzzer
Clockify
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available for EU customers.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
not established
DPA
not established
Sub-processors
not established
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type II

Pricing

timeBuzzer

  • timeBuzzer Pro 8 € per user / month (billed annually)Apps for all devices (desktop, mobile, web) · Unlimited projects, clients, and tasks · Reporting, data export, and integrations
  • Desktop Buzzer (Add-on) 59 € per device (one-time)Optional hardware for effortless time tracking · 30-day money-back guarantee

Discounts available for teams over 10 users, non-profits, and educational institutions upon request.

Clockify

  • Free Free ForeverUnlimited users · Unlimited tracking · Basic reporting
  • Basic $3.99 per user per monthUnlimited projects · Advanced reporting · Billable rates
  • Standard $5.49 per user per monthTime audits · Invoices · Time off tracking
  • Pro $7.99 per user per monthScreenshots · Custom fields · Locked time entries
  • Enterprise $11.99 per user per monthSingle sign-on (SSO) · Custom subdomain · Audit log

Pricing is billed annually. A free plan is available.

Features

timeBuzzer

Time Tracking
One-click real-time timer, Manual time entry and editing, Notes for time entries, Drag-and-drop time entries
Hardware
Physical desktop buzzer for time tracking, Proximity sensor to open app, Rotate to switch tasks, Press to start/stop timer
Apps & Access
Desktop apps for Mac, Windows, Linux, Mobile apps for iOS and Android, Web console for management
Analytics & Reporting
Dashboard overview of time spent, Detailed analytics and reports, Export to Excel (XLSX), CSV, or PDF, Billing status marking for entries
Team & Workflow
Unlimited team members and projects, Role assignment (Admin, Manager, User), Team privacy controls (users see only their own time), Custom layers for workflow adaptation

Clockify

Time Tracking
Track time manually or with a timer, Add time entries for past work, Edit and delete time entries, Use desktop and mobile apps
Reporting
Generate detailed reports, Filter by user, project, or date range, Export reports, View summary and detailed breakdowns
Project Management
Create and manage projects, Assign users to projects, Set project budgets, Track project progress
Team Collaboration
Invite team members, Set user roles and permissions, Share reports with team members, Comment on time entries
Integrations
Connect with other tools, Automate workflows, Sync data across platforms