Timeclock.Kiwi vs QuickBooks Time
QuickBooks Time (formerly TSheets) is a capable time tracker that shines if you already live inside QuickBooks. But it's priced as a base subscription plus a fee per employee, which adds up fast. Timeclock.Kiwi gives you the same core clock-in tools at a flat rate, no matter how big your team gets.
The bottom line
If your whole business already runs on QuickBooks, its native sync is a genuine advantage. If not, or if the per-user bill is hard to justify, Timeclock.Kiwi delivers kiosk and mobile clock-in, GPS, job tracking and easy payroll exports for a flat monthly fee.
Pricing: Timeclock.Kiwi vs QuickBooks Time
Timeclock.Kiwi charges a flat rate per kiosk, so your bill doesn't grow as you hire. QuickBooks Time charges per user, so costs climb with every new employee.
| Team size | Timeclock.Kiwi | QuickBooks Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 employees | $5 / month | ~$70 / month |
| 20 employees | $5 / month | $220 / month |
| 50 employees | $5 / month | $520 / month |
| 100 employees | $5 / month | $1,020 / month |
Pricing in USD for a single Timeclock.Kiwi kiosk. QuickBooks Time prices are for the cheapest plan that includes a time clock, checked November 2026. Always confirm current rates on each provider's website.
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Feature comparison
| Feature | Timeclock.Kiwi | QuickBooks Time |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-rate pricing (unlimited users) | ||
| Tablet clock-in kiosk | ||
| Works offline | Limited | |
| Mobile app clock-in | ||
| GPS location tracking | ||
| Job, task & material tracking | Limited | |
| Health & safety sign-in | ||
| Xero payroll integration | Via export | |
| QuickBooks payroll integration | Via export | |
| Free trial | 3 months | 30 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 flat bill instead of a base fee plus a charge per employee.
- You don't run your accounting on QuickBooks (or you use Xero).
- You want a kiosk that's quick to set up and keeps working offline.
- You need job, task and material tracking for trades and workshops.
Choose QuickBooks Time if…
- You already run your payroll and accounting entirely in QuickBooks.
- Deep, native QuickBooks sync matters more to you than price.
- You're comfortable with a base subscription plus a per-user fee.
Unless you're locked into the QuickBooks ecosystem, Timeclock.Kiwi is the simpler and far more affordable way to track your team's hours, try it free for three months and see.
Free for 3 months, no credit card required.