Software profile

Hubstaff

Time tracking with screenshots, GPS and activity monitoring for remote teams, from $4.99 per seat a month (annual), 2-seat minimum.

  • Free trial
  • Per seat
  • Cloud
  • Monitoring
  • Independent sources

by HubstaffTime Tracking SoftwareTime tracking and workforce monitoring

  • Verified 10 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this profile
  • 3 sourcesLinked, typed and dated
  • Independent third-party sourcesHow this profile was compiled
  • Not an endorsementStack18 has not tested this product
Quick answer

What is Hubstaff?

Hubstaff is a time tracking and workforce management platform with timers, screenshots, app and URL activity, GPS, idle detection and contractor payroll.

  • Best forDistributed and contractor-heavy teams wanting time plus activity visibility
  • Team size fitSmall teams, Mid-size teams, Large enterprises
  • PricingStarter $4.99, Grow $7.50, Team $10 per seat a month (annual); Enterprise $25; 2-seat minimum.
  • Main limitationNo free plan.
  • AlternativesTime Doctor, Jibble, Clockify, Toggl Track · compare all
Overview

Hubstaff overview: who it is for and what it does.

Hubstaff tracks time alongside optional screenshots, app and URL usage, activity levels and GPS location, and can pay contractors from tracked hours.

An August 2026 guide lists Starter at $4.99 per seat a month annually ($7 monthly), Grow $7.50 ($9), Team $10 ($12) and Enterprise $25 annually, with a 2-seat minimum and a 14-day trial.

Guides note monitoring can affect team trust, many features sit on higher tiers and invoicing is limited.

Main problem it solves

Gives managers verified time and activity for remote work.

Typical customer segment

Remote, field and contractor teams.

Target users

  • Remote team managers
  • Outsourcing and BPO firms
  • Field service teams

Primary use cases

  • Time and activity tracking
  • Screenshots
  • GPS tracking
  • Contractor payroll

What makes it distinct

  • Activity monitoring.
  • Built-in contractor payments.
  • 2-seat minimum.
Key features

Hubstaff features explained.

Plans (annual / monthly per seat)

Starter
$4.99 / $7.
Grow
$7.50 / $9.
Team
$10 / $12.

Monitoring

Screenshots
Optional.
Apps and URLs
Tracked.
GPS
Supported.

Payroll

Contractor payments
Built in.
Enterprise
$25 per seat annually.
Minimum
2 seats.
Pricing

Hubstaff pricing and plans.

Figures reported by independent sources; vendor page not reviewed directly. Checked 10 Nov 2026 against Rework · Dupple.

Pricing model

Per seat per month; annual gives two months free.

Free plan

No

Free trial

Yes (14 days)

Hubstaff plans and prices (USD)

  • Starter

    $4.99 per seat per month

    Annual ($7 monthly)

    Core tracking.

  • Grow

    $7.50 per seat per month

    Annual ($9 monthly)

    More reports.

  • Team

    $10 per seat per month

    Annual ($12 monthly)

    Payroll and scheduling.

  • Enterprise

    $25 per seat per month

    Annual

    Enterprise controls.

Rework (August 2026).

Prices change. Confirm current plans and terms on the vendor's site before you decide.

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Integrations and compatibility

Hubstaff integrations, API and platforms.

Important integrations

  • Jira
  • Asana
  • QuickBooks
  • PayPal

Supported platforms

  • Web
  • Windows
  • macOS
  • iOS
  • Android

API

Not reviewed for this profile.

Data import and export

Not reviewed for this profile.

Integration coverage was not assessed in full. Check Hubstaff's integrations directory and documentation for your tools.

Strengths, limitations and best fit

Hubstaff pros and cons.

Strengths, limitations and best fit. Each point cites a source; editorial summaries are not customer reviews.

Strengths

  • Time plus activity visibility. [1]
  • GPS and screenshots. [1]
  • Built-in contractor payments. [2]

Limitations

  • No free plan. [1]
  • Monitoring can hurt team trust. [2]
  • Limited invoicing. [1]

Best for

  • Distributed and contractor-heavy teams wanting time plus activity visibility
  • Field teams needing GPS
  • Firms paying contractors hourly

May be less suited to

  • Teams avoiding monitoring
  • Agencies needing deep invoicing
How it compares

Hubstaff compared with similar time tracking software.

Summaries come from each profile. This is a side-by-side aid, not a ranking.

ProductPricing modelStarting priceFree planTracking styleBest for
HubstaffPer seat$4.99/seat/mo (annual)No; 14-day trialMonitoringRemote and contractor teams
ClockifyPer user$3.99/user/mo (annual)Yes (limits vary)Manual + auto trackerBudget teams
EverhourPer seat$8.50/seat/mo (annual)Yes (up to 5 seats)Embedded timerAsana/ClickUp teams
HarvestPer seat + usage$9/seat/moYes (1 seat, 2 projects)Manual timerAgencies billing hours
JibbleFree + per userFree; ~$2.99/user/mo (reported)Yes (unlimited users)AttendanceShift teams
RescueTimePer user~$12/mo (Premium)Yes (Lite)AutomaticPersonal focus

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Discussions

Hubstaff discussions and buying questions.

No published discussions mention this product yet.

FAQ

Hubstaff questions and answers

What is Hubstaff used for?

Hubstaff is a time tracking and workforce management platform with timers, screenshots, app and URL activity, GPS, idle detection and contractor payroll. Typical uses include time and activity tracking, screenshots, gPS tracking, contractor payroll.

How much does Hubstaff cost?

Starter is $4.99, Grow $7.50 and Team $10 per seat a month billed annually, with a 2-seat minimum; Enterprise is $25.

Does Hubstaff take screenshots?

Yes, alongside app, URL and activity tracking.

Is there a free Hubstaff plan?

No; there is a 14-day trial.

How does Hubstaff compare with its competitors?

Stack18 publishes head-to-head comparisons of Clockify vs Hubstaff and Hubstaff vs Time Doctor, each with a feature table, pricing and best-fit scenarios.

What are the main alternatives to Hubstaff?

The main alternatives to Hubstaff covered on Stack18 are Time Doctor, Jibble, Clockify and Toggl Track. Time Doctor may suit managers of remote or outsourced teams wanting productivity evidence. Jibble may suit hourly and shift teams wanting free GPS-verified attendance. Clockify may suit budget-conscious teams wanting a capable free or cheap tracker. See the Hubstaff alternatives guide for a side-by-side table.

What are the pros and cons of Hubstaff?

Strengths: Time plus activity visibility. GPS and screenshots. Limitations: No free plan. Monitoring can hurt team trust.

Who is Hubstaff best for?

Hubstaff may suit distributed and contractor-heavy teams wanting time plus activity visibility; field teams needing GPS; firms paying contractors hourly. It may be less suited to teams avoiding monitoring; agencies needing deep invoicing.

What integrations does Hubstaff support?

Documented integrations and ecosystem items include Jira, Asana, QuickBooks, PayPal. API: Not reviewed for this profile.

When was the Hubstaff profile last verified?

Sources for this profile were last reviewed on 10 Nov 2026. 3 sources are listed under Sources, and prices and plans can change, so confirm with the vendor.

Sources and freshness

Where this information comes from.

  1. Best Time Tracking Software in 2026 (updated 21 Aug 2026) Rework Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
  2. Best Time Tracking Software in 2026 (prices as of June 2026) Dupple Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
  3. Time Tracking Software Pricing 2026 CostBench Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026

Secondary-source profile. Vendor pages were not reviewed directly for this profile. Facts and prices are taken from independent third-party sources and may differ from the vendor's current pages. Confirm with the vendor before buying.

Facts come from Rework (August 2026) and Dupple (June 2026). Capabilities were not tested.

Stack18 has not tested this product or received anything from the vendor for this profile. Editorial summaries of vendor information are not endorsements. Confirm details with the vendor before buying.

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