The free QuickBooks Time alternative
Quick answer
Kloqk is a free alternative to QuickBooks Time. Its core employee time clock — tablet kiosk with a 4-digit PIN, mobile punch with GPS geofencing, webcam photo at clock-in, FLSA and California overtime, and one-click payroll exports — is free for unlimited employees, with no per-seat fee or credit card required. Stay on QuickBooks Time if you want time tracking embedded directly inside QuickBooks Payroll with no export step.
QuickBooks Time (formerly TSheets) is powerful but priced per user plus a base fee. Kloqk does kiosk, GPS, and photo punch for free — and still exports clean hours to QuickBooks each pay period.
Start freeWhy teams switch to Kloqk
- Free time clock vs. per-seat + monthly base pricing
- Webcam photo punch + GPS geofencing included
- One-click QuickBooks-ready export — keep your accountant happy
- No QuickBooks subscription required to use the clock
Kloqk vs QuickBooks Time
| Feature | Kloqk | QuickBooks Time |
|---|---|---|
| Core time clock price | Free (unlimited employees) | Per-user + base fee |
| 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 | Native QuickBooks |
| Setup | ~10 min, no IT | Varies |
QuickBooks Time pricing and features change — verify current details on their website. Comparison reflects Kloqk's view as of 2026.
When QuickBooks Time might be the better fit
Stay on QuickBooks Time if you want time tracking embedded directly inside QuickBooks Payroll with no export step.
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Start freeFrequently asked questions
What is the best free QuickBooks Time alternative?
Kloqk is a free QuickBooks Time alternative. The full time clock — kiosk and mobile punch, GPS geofencing, photo verification, overtime, and payroll exports — is free for unlimited employees.
Is Kloqk really free?
Yes. Kloqk's core time clock is free for unlimited employees with no credit card. Paid plans (Pro $3/user/mo and Premium $6/user/mo) add scheduling, multi-location, GPS, two-way SMS, and hiring/onboarding.
How is Kloqk different from QuickBooks Time?
Free time clock vs. per-seat + monthly base pricing; Webcam photo punch + GPS geofencing included; One-click QuickBooks-ready export — keep your accountant happy. QuickBooks Time pricing and features change — verify current details on their website.
Can I switch from QuickBooks Time to Kloqk easily?
Yes — Kloqk sets up in about 10 minutes with no IT, and exports payroll-ready hours to QuickBooks, Gusto, ADP, Paychex, and other major U.S. payroll providers.
Last updated: 2026 · Kloqk is a free employee time clock for U.S. small businesses.