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timr vs Clockify

Last updated October 2026

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

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

What it is
Austrian time-tracking and leave-management tool with EU hosting and one-click timers for field teams.
Time tracking and productivity software for teams.
Headquarters
🇦🇹 AT
🇺🇸 US
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available for EU customers.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
No
ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type II
Price from
€8.00/user/mo
$3.99/user/mo
Free plan
Yes
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Personio, Slack, API (custom integrations), timrLink (simplified integration system)
Asana, Trello, Jira, QuickBooks, Zapier +3

Where each one wins

timr

Strengths

  • +Highly intuitive and straightforward interface with minimal learning curve for end users
  • +Responsive and effective customer support with fast response times
  • +Comprehensive feature set including timesheet approvals, idle time tracking, and custom fields
  • +Strong integrations with popular invoicing systems and reliable mobile app functionality
  • +Clear and efficient onboarding process with step-by-step guidance
  • +Flexible adaptability for various user needs, including part-time workers
  • +Reliable performance with accurate and fast time tracking
  • +Attractive pricing structure with a flexible subscription model

Limitations

  • −UI navigation and intuitiveness can be unclear, particularly for editing entries or finding settings
  • −Limited customization options and an outdated interface design
  • −Lack of automated reminders for incomplete timesheets

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

timr
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
Certifications
No
ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type II

Pricing

timr

  • Free Plan €0 foreverFor 1 user only · Choose one function: working time tracking (2 types), project time tracking (5 tasks), or drive log (1 vehicle) · No credit card required
  • Regular Plan €8.00 per user / monthWorking hours tracking, vacation & absence management · Project time tracking and mileage log included · From 20 users (custom quotes available)
  • Overtime & Surcharges Add-on €24.00 per account / monthRule-based management of overtime and surcharge accounts · Automatic compliance checks for working time regulations
  • Advanced Permissions Add-on €19.00 per account / monthGranular permissions for departments, teams, and project managers · Customizable override settings per user
  • Automatic Capping Add-on €19.00 per account / monthAutomatic capping of start/end times and balances · Prevents unauthorized overtime or time account misuse
  • Custom Fields Add-on €19.00 per account / monthCustom fields for recording and evaluation · Tailored data capture for specific business needs
  • Digital Project Documentation Add-on €24.00 per account / monthPhoto documentation and digital project files · 100 GB storage included
  • Plus Plan €29.00 + €8.00 per user per account / month + per user / monthAll Regular Plan features included · Project budgets with hourly rates and budget warnings · Digital project documentation module
  • Enterprise Plan €79.00 + €8.00 per user per account / month + per user / monthAll Plus Plan features included · All additional modules (overtime, permissions, capping, custom fields) · 300 GB storage included

Pricing varies based on subscription duration (1, 3, or 6 months) and user count. Annual/biannual plans available with discounts. No automatic renewal.

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

timr

Time Clock & Attendance
Digital timesheet with GPS-based clock-in/out, Real-time attendance tracking and activity status, Geofencing and GPS location logging for mobile teams, Break management (paid/unpaid) with compliance checks
Time & Project Tracking
Flexitime with traffic light system for plus/minus hours, Home office tracking and location-based task suggestions, Individual project and task structures with approval workflows, Overtime lump sums and all-in agreements
Vacation & Absence Management
Absence types with request and approval workflows, Substitute management and vacation accounts, Holiday and absence calendars with email notifications, Multi-step approval processes for absences
Logbook & Vehicle Management
Manual and automatic logbook (tax office compliant), Vehicle management with category assignment, Tour App for mobile use (excluded in Free Plan)
Control & Permissions
Flexible recording rights and user-specific override settings, Advanced permissions for departments, teams, and project managers, Transparent change history and audit logs, Directory sync and Single Sign-On (SSO)

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