Timeclock.Kiwi vs Deputy
Both Timeclock.Kiwi and Deputy let your team clock in and out, but they're built for different jobs. Deputy is a scheduling-first platform priced per user; Timeclock.Kiwi is a simple, flat-rate time clock built for businesses that want accurate hours without the per-head price tag.
The bottom line
If employee scheduling is the heart of your business, Deputy's depth is hard to beat. If you mainly need fast, reliable time tracking, especially for a workshop, trade or site team, Timeclock.Kiwi gives you the same kiosk and mobile clock-in at a flat rate, plus job and material tracking Deputy doesn't focus on.
Pricing: Timeclock.Kiwi vs Deputy
Timeclock.Kiwi charges a flat rate per kiosk, so your bill doesn't grow as you hire. Deputy charges per user, so costs climb with every new employee.
| Team size | Timeclock.Kiwi | Deputy |
|---|---|---|
| 5 employees | $5 / month | $30 / month (minimum) |
| 20 employees | $5 / month | $100 / month |
| 50 employees | $5 / month | $250 / month |
| 100 employees | $5 / month | $500 / month |
Pricing in USD for a single Timeclock.Kiwi kiosk. Deputy prices are for the cheapest plan that includes a time clock, checked November 2026. Always confirm current rates on each provider's website.
Free for 3 months, no credit card required.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Timeclock.Kiwi | Deputy |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-rate pricing (unlimited users) | ||
| Tablet clock-in kiosk | ||
| Works offline | ||
| Mobile app clock-in | ||
| Employee scheduling | ||
| Advanced shift swapping & auto-scheduling | Basic | |
| Job, task & material tracking | Limited | |
| Health & safety sign-in | ||
| Xero payroll integration | ||
| Free trial | 3 months | 31 days |
Clocking in on Timeclock.Kiwi
Staff tap the first letter of their name, tap their name and hold Clock In. That's it, with a photo taken in the background so nobody can clock in for someone else.
Which one is right for you?
Choose Timeclock.Kiwi if…
- You want one predictable bill that doesn't grow every time you hire.
- You run a workshop, trade or site and need job, task and material tracking.
- You need a kiosk that keeps working when the internet drops.
- You want something staff can use in seconds with almost no training.
Choose Deputy if…
- Complex, constantly-changing rosters are the core of your business.
- You need advanced auto-scheduling and shift-swap workflows.
- You're happy to pay a per-user fee for that scheduling depth.
For most small and medium businesses that simply want accurate hours without a per-employee bill, Timeclock.Kiwi is the more affordable, lower-maintenance choice, and you can try it free for three months.
Free for 3 months, no credit card required.