actiTIME review (2026): features, pros and cons, and what to check before you buy
Timesheet and work-time tracking tool with cloud and self-hosted editions, priced per user with a free tier for 1-3 users.
Our take for buyers
actiTIME is a timesheet and work-time tracking tool with both cloud and self-hosted editions. It suits small teams and SMBs that want simple timesheets and approvals, and organizations that need a self-hosted option with direct database access. The vendor has served customers since 2004, per its G2 seller page. It is a lightweight option for simple timesheets, not a heavy governance platform.
G2 shows 4.6 out of 5 from 50 reviews, with praise for easy timesheet completion. Resource and leave management scored lower, at 7.4, in a G2 summary. The tool does not offer automatic activity monitoring, and documented SSO or SCIM are not published. Shortlist it for straightforward timesheets, not for governance-heavy rollouts.
Pros
- Easy timesheet completion.
Cons
- Resource and leave management scored lower (7.4) in G2 summary.
- Best for
- Small teams (1-3 users free) and SMBs wanting simple timesheets and approvals.
- Starting price
- Free for 1-3 users; $6/user/month billed yearly (1-40 users)
- G2 rating
- 4.6 (50 reviews)
What is actiTIME?
Timesheet and work-time tracking tool with cloud and self-hosted editions, priced per user with a free tier for 1-3 users. Small shops with up to three users pay nothing, and paying customers are charged per active user in tiers. Pick it when approval workflows and plain timesheets matter more than monitoring. Admins who need database access can choose the self-hosted edition, though SSO and SCIM are undocumented. actiTIME was founded in 2004.
Category: Time Tracking Software
actiTIME key features
| Criterion | What we found |
|---|---|
| Timers and timesheets | Timesheets with approvals; Chrome extension and mobile app. |
| Payroll and accounting integrations | QuickBooks, actiPLANS, Zapier, API. |
| Attendance and compliance | ActiPLANS integration for leave and scheduling. |
| Mobile app and offline use | Free mobile app included. |
| Pricing model | Per active user, tiered by user count; free for 1-3. |
| Target company size | Small to mid-size teams (up to 200 users on tiers, fixed price above) |
actiTIME plans and pricing
| Plan | Price | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 1-3 users | Limited functionality, cloud |
| Online | $6 (1-40 users); $5 (41-200 users) | per user per month, billed yearly | Full functionality, unlimited projects, API, mobile app, Chrome extension, daily backups |
| Online 200+ | Fixed cost | unlimited users | Price not published |
| Self-Hosted | One-time license (not published) | license | Minor upgrades free, major upgrades cost 100% of initial price; direct DB access |
Pricing page; prices exclude taxes except Canadian HST/GST. Extra remote support sessions $40/hour.
Who should shortlist actiTIME
A strong fit for
- Small teams (1-3 users free) and SMBs wanting simple timesheets and approvals.
- Organizations that need a self-hosted option with direct database access.
A weak fit for
- Teams wanting automatic activity monitoring.
- Buyers needing documented SSO or SCIM.
actiTIME alternatives
ClockifyBudget-conscious teams that want unlimited free tracking.
HarvestAgencies and consultancies that bill clients by the hour from tracked time.
EverhourSmall agencies and project teams that track time inside Asana, Trello, Jira or similar tools.
TimeCampSmall teams that want a free plan with unlimited users and projects.
DeskTimeSmall and hybrid teams wanting automatic time and app tracking cheaply.
HubstaffRemote and distributed teams that pay contractors across countries (Gusto, Deel, Wise, PayPal listed)
Contract and buying terms
- Contract
- Yearly billing; users added any time prorated; payment by card, wire, or check (US/Canada)
- Implementation
- Free trial, basic support included; paid remote sessions at $40/hour.
- Support
- Basic support included.
- Starting price
- Free for 1-3 users; $6/user/month billed yearly (1-40 users)
- Pricing model
- Per user.
- Free plan or trial
- Free plan, Free trial.
What to test in an actiTIME demo or trial
Have a handful of employees fill in timesheets for a week to confirm completion is easy, since that is the main praise. Run an approval cycle with a manager. Test the Chrome extension, mobile app and the QuickBooks, Zapier and actiPLANS integrations you plan to use. Because resource and leave management scored lower, check actiPLANS for leave and scheduling if you need it. If self-hosting matters, evaluate that edition separately, including database access. A free trial is available, and the Free plan can be used for small pilots.
Questions to ask actiTIME before you sign
These are the points actiTIME's public pages leave open. Get the answers in writing before procurement signs off.
- Which plan includes SAML SSO, and what does it cost for our seat count?
- Is SCIM provisioning included, or a paid add-on?
- Which plan includes audit logs, and how long are they kept?
- Where is our data stored, and can we choose the region?
- Can we sign your standard DPA without changes?
- What will the price be at renewal, and is the increase capped?
Things to know before a demo
- Offers a one-time-license self-hosted edition besides cloud.
- Per-user price drops from $6 to $5 at 41 users, fixed price at 200+.
- Billing counts every active user including admins and managers; deactivated users free their seat.
- Vendor has served customers since 2004 per G2 seller page.
actiTIME FAQ
What is actiTIME used for?
Small shops with up to three users pay nothing, and paying customers are charged per active user in tiers. Pick it when approval workflows and plain timesheets matter more than monitoring. Admins who need database access can choose the self-hosted edition, though SSO and SCIM are undocumented. It suits small teams (1-3 users free) and SMBs wanting simple timesheets and approvals.
Does actiTIME support SSO or SCIM?
Neither is documented. Buyers who need SSO or SCIM should ask the vendor for a written answer before shortlisting.
Can actiTIME be self-hosted?
Yes. A self-hosted edition is sold as a one-time license with direct database access. The license price is not published.
Who is actiTIME best for?
Small teams, with 1-3 users free, and SMBs wanting simple timesheets and approvals. It is not suited to teams wanting automatic activity monitoring.
Vendor profile
- Founded
- 2004.
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from actiTIME's own pricing, product or documentation pages, G2 and company records, checked on October 24, 2026. Unknown values are left out instead of estimated.