The free Homebase alternative
Homebase has a free tier, but the features small businesses actually need — and multi-location — often sit behind paid plans. Kloqk keeps the full time clock free: unlimited employees, kiosk + mobile punch, photo verification, GPS, and payroll exports.
Start freeWhy teams switch to Kloqk
- Truly free core time clock — unlimited employees, no location cap on the basics
- Webcam photo at punch + GPS geofencing for buddy-punch prevention
- FLSA & California overtime and break rules built in
- One-click payroll exports without an upsell
Kloqk vs Homebase
| Feature | Kloqk | Homebase |
|---|---|---|
| Core time clock price | Free (unlimited employees) | Free tier, paid plans for more |
| Kiosk PIN punch | Yes | Varies |
| Mobile punch + GPS geofence | Yes | Varies / paid tier |
| Photo at punch (buddy-punch prevention) | Yes | Varies |
| FLSA + California overtime & breaks | Built in | Varies |
| Payroll-ready exports | QuickBooks, Gusto, ADP & more | Varies |
| Setup | ~10 min, no IT | Varies |
Homebase pricing and features change — verify current details on their website. Comparison reflects Kloqk's view as of 2026.
When Homebase might be the better fit
Homebase is a fuller all-in-one if you want its hiring, messaging, and integrated payroll add-ons in one paid suite.