Timeclock.Kiwi vs Shiftbase
Shiftbase is a scheduling-first workforce platform that pairs rostering and absence management with time tracking, priced per user. Timeclock.Kiwi is a focused, flat-rate time clock built for businesses that want accurate hours without paying more for every person on the team.
The bottom line
If complex rostering and leave management drive your business, Shiftbase's scheduling depth is valuable. If you mainly need fast, reliable clock-in, 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 Shiftbase doesn't focus on.
Pricing: Timeclock.Kiwi vs Shiftbase
Timeclock.Kiwi charges a flat rate per kiosk, so your bill doesn't grow as you hire. Shiftbase charges per user, so costs climb with every new employee.
| Team size | Timeclock.Kiwi | Shiftbase |
|---|---|---|
| 5 employees | $5 / month | ~$20 / month |
| 20 employees | $5 / month | $86 / month |
| 50 employees | $5 / month | $206 / month |
| 100 employees | $5 / month | $406 / month |
Pricing in USD for a single Timeclock.Kiwi kiosk. Shiftbase 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 | Shiftbase |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-rate pricing (unlimited users) | ||
| Tablet clock-in kiosk | ||
| Works offline | Limited | |
| Mobile app clock-in | ||
| Employee scheduling | Basic | |
| Absence & leave management | Basic | |
| Job, task & material tracking | Limited | |
| Health & safety sign-in | ||
| Xero payroll integration | Limited | |
| Free trial | 3 months | 14 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 fast clock-in with almost no training, not a scheduling suite.
Choose Shiftbase if…
- Rostering and absence management are the core of your operation.
- You need rich, module-based scheduling and leave workflows.
- You're comfortable paying per user for that scheduling depth.
For most teams 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.