TimeTrack Alternative – when you need a specialised solution rather than an all-in-one platform

TimeTrack is a comprehensive time-tracking platform with shift scheduling, invoicing, mileage tracking and project controlling – covering industries from office and production to construction. Yet this very all-in-one approach becomes a problem when your employees need a solution they can understand in seconds and that does not get in the way during daily work on a construction site or in a cleaning facility. Jobilino does less – but what it does, it does better: mobile time tracking for teams that work outdoors. With genuine NFC location verification without mandatory GPS, 13 languages for international teams and an interface that requires no training.

  • NFC without mandatory GPS
  • 13 languages for your team
  • Simpler than any all-in-one solution

Genuine NFC location verification – no mandatory GPS

TimeTrack uses QR codes with geofencing and requires an active GPS signal to do so. In basements, shell constructions and buildings without GPS reception, this simply does not work. Jobilino uses NFC tags: the employee holds their smartphone up to the tag and is clocked in – no GPS, no geofencing radius, no dependency on mobile networks. This works even in the deepest basement.

13 languages instead of 2

Jobilino is available in Albanian, Bulgarian, German, English, Italian, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Serbian, Slovak, Czech, Turkish and Hungarian. These are the languages actually spoken on construction sites and in cleaning companies across the DACH region. TimeTrack primarily offers German and English – which is not sufficient for many teams in construction and cleaning.

Simplicity instead of a wealth of features

TimeTrack offers dozens of features that are useful for office and project teams. For a construction worker or a cleaner, that is too much. Jobilino reduces operation to the essentials: open the app, tap start, select a project, tap stop. No training, no onboarding phase, no confusion.

The problem

TimeTrack can do a lot – but do your employees really need all of it?

TimeTrack offers time tracking, project time tracking, shift scheduling, leave management, invoicing, mileage tracking, digital signatures, QR code capture, geofencing and workflow management in a single platform. For companies that actually use all of these features, TimeTrack is a powerful choice. However, many construction, cleaning and field service businesses do not need invoicing in their time-tracking tool, no shift scheduling and no workflow management. They need an app their employees understand in three seconds, that works offline and that proves the employee was physically present at the job site. This is where the difference between an all-in-one platform and a specialised solution becomes clear.

  • TimeTrack offers many features that construction and cleaning companies never use – invoicing, workflow management, shift scheduling – yet still pay for
  • TimeTrack's QR code location verification requires an active GPS signal within a 200-metre radius – this does not work in basements, shell constructions and buildings without GPS reception
  • The breadth of features makes the interface confusing for everyday users – reviews cite the onboarding process as a weak point
  • TimeTrack is primarily available in German and English – for construction and cleaning teams with Serbian, Croatian, Albanian or Turkish employees, the essential languages are missing
  • The pricing structure with three packages (€7, €11 and €13 per user/month) makes budgeting complicated for small businesses – which package do I actually need?
  • TimeTrack targets all industries simultaneously – as a result, industry-specific depth for construction, cleaning or field service is lacking in certain areas

The solution

What makes Jobilino different as a TimeTrack alternative

Jobilino does not try to be everything to everyone. Instead, Jobilino focuses on a single task: time tracking for companies whose employees do not work in an office. No invoicing, no workflow management, no shift scheduling – but an app every employee understands in three seconds, NFC location verification without mandatory GPS, full offline functionality and 13 languages for international teams. Fewer features, but the right ones – for daily work on construction sites, in cleaning facilities and at customer locations.

Crew time recording by the site foreman

TimeTrack offers a team leader function for group time tracking. Jobilino goes one step further: the site foreman or supervisor records the working hours of their entire crew using a single device – without every construction worker needing their own smartphone. On construction sites with rotating teams, this is crucial.

Transparent pricing without package confusion

TimeTrack offers three pricing tiers with different feature sets. With Jobilino, all core time-tracking features are included from day one – without having to work out which package you actually need.

Built for the DACH region with industry depth

TimeTrack targets all industries simultaneously – from agencies to security services. Jobilino specialises in construction, cleaning, trades, facility management, field service and security. This specialisation is reflected in every detail: NFC tags at cleaning sites, crew-based time capture on construction sites, photo documentation for proof of service.

How it works

TimeTrack vs. Jobilino – a direct comparison

  1. Approach

    TimeTrack: All-round platform for time tracking, project management, shift planning, invoicing and workflow management. Jobilino: Specialised time tracking for mobile field teams – focused, straightforward and ready to use from day one.

  2. Location Verification

    TimeTrack: QR code with geofencing – requires an active GPS signal within a 200-metre radius. Jobilino: NFC tag at the work site – works without GPS, without internet and without location permission. Physical proof of presence instead of a GPS radius.

  3. Languages

    TimeTrack: Primarily German and English. Jobilino: German, English, Serbian, Croatian, Albanian, Hungarian, Slovak, Turkish – the languages needed on construction sites and in cleaning companies across the DACH region.

  4. Complexity

    TimeTrack: Comprehensive platform with shift planning, logbook, invoicing and workflow management – powerful, but with a learning curve. Jobilino: Tap start, tap stop, choose project – no training required.

  5. Target Audience

    TimeTrack: All industries – from agencies to production to construction sites. Jobilino: Construction, cleaning, trades, field service, facility management, security services – companies whose employees work outdoors.

Your benefits

  • NFC location verification without mandatory GPS – works in basements, shell constructions, and buildings without mobile coverage
  • 13 languages for international construction, cleaning, and service teams
  • So easy to use that no training or onboarding is required
  • Crew time capture by the site supervisor – one device for the entire team
  • Full offline functionality – all bookings are stored locally and synchronised automatically
  • Photo documentation as proof of performance and quality
  • No feature bloat – you only pay for what your field teams actually need
  • GDPR-compliant with data hosted on European servers

For whom

When is Jobilino the better choice – and when should you stick with TimeTrack?

Jobilino is the better choice when your employees need an app they can understand without training in three seconds. When you need NFC location verification without mandatory GPS – because your job sites are in basements, shell constructions or buildings without GPS signal. When your teams speak Serbian, Croatian, Albanian, Hungarian, Slovak or Turkish. And when you do not need invoicing, shift scheduling or workflow management in your time-tracking solution. TimeTrack is the better choice when you are looking for an all-in-one platform that covers not only time tracking but also shift scheduling, invoicing, mileage tracking and workflow management – and when your teams can invest the onboarding time needed to make full use of the platform.

Try Jobilino as a TimeTrack alternative – free and non-binding

Try Jobilino with your real employees at your real work sites. No contract, no credit card. Ready to go in minutes – and the difference in simplicity is noticeable from day one.

  • No setup fee
  • cancel monthly
  • GDPR-compliant

Häufige Fragen: TimeTrack vs. Jobilino

What is the most important difference between TimeTrack and Jobilino?

TimeTrack is an all-round platform with time tracking, shift planning, invoicing, logbook and workflow management. Jobilino specialises in mobile time tracking – with NFC location verification, crew-based recording and 13 languages. TimeTrack offers more features; Jobilino is simpler and faster for teams working in the field.

Does TimeTrack also offer NFC location verification?

TimeTrack offers QR-code recording with geofencing, which requires an active GPS signal. Time tracking only works within a 200-metre radius of a defined address. Jobilino uses NFC tags that prove physical presence at the exact point – without GPS, without geofencing and even without an internet connection.

Is Jobilino cheaper than TimeTrack?

Jobilino Basic is available from €5.99 per employee per month. Premium from €12.99 with all core features. TimeTrack offers three packages ranging from €7 to €13 per user. The actual cost comparison depends on which TimeTrack features you actually use. If you only need time tracking with location verification, you may be paying for TimeTrack features you will never use.

Does Jobilino also support shift planning and invoicing?

No. Jobilino focuses on time tracking, project assignment, location verification and reporting. If you need shift planning, invoicing or a logbook in your time-tracking solution, TimeTrack offers more in these areas. If you do not need these features, you benefit from Jobilino's simpler solution without unnecessary feature overhead.

In which languages are TimeTrack and Jobilino available?

TimeTrack is primarily available in German and English. Jobilino offers Albanian, Bulgarian, German, English, Italian, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Serbian, Slovak, Czech, Turkish and Hungarian. For businesses with international teams in construction, cleaning or field service, Jobilino has broader language coverage.

Can I switch from TimeTrack to Jobilino?

Yes. Jobilino can be set up in just a few minutes and can be tested in parallel with TimeTrack. Many businesses start with one team or location and expand Jobilino once they see that the simpler solution works better in their day-to-day operations.

Which businesses are better served by TimeTrack?

Companies looking for an all-in-one platform with time tracking, shift planning, invoicing, logbook and workflow management. Engineering firms, production companies and larger organisations with a dedicated HR department in particular benefit from TimeTrack's extensive feature set.

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