To determine the best employee tracking software, Forbes Advisor analyzed the leading employee tracking software systems across 26 different metrics, including ease of use, price, customer support, features and functionality. We also took into account each company’s reputation and real user reviews.
Prices – 10%
We looked at the monthly cost of the software plan, whether it had a free plan or a free trial, and what the minimum number of users was for each plan. We’ve also looked at the starting tier price and what’s included in that tier, as well as the pricing and features of each additional tier.
Features – 50%
We’ve looked at the range of features each software platform provides as well as how easy they are to manage. We checked whether the software platforms had general features such as invisible surveillance, file tracking and the ability for users to take screenshots. We also looked for more advanced features such as keystroke recording, geofencing, location tracking and user privacy settings.
Ratings and reviews – 10%
We looked at what type of customer support was included with the software, which plans came with which type of customer support, and whether the support was free or at an additional cost. We looked at how many reviews each platform had on review sites like Trustpilot, G2, and Capterra, as well as how many high reviews each platform had on those sites.
Expert rating – 30%
In evaluating the best employee tracking software, we used our direct knowledge and experience with these providers to determine the best candidates for our comparison. The most effective employee tracking software combines affordability with a rich feature set and user-friendly design. This combination facilitates smooth adoption of new software and ensures that your team accurately tracks, manages and reports on employee activity. Expert evaluation contributed 35% to the final ranking.