Compare BigTime and Harvest 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (72.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$20.00 1 user Per Month
Free
BigTime
Star Rating
(1,661)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$20.00 1 user Per Month
Browse all 4 pricing plansHarvest
Star Rating
(833)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that BigTime excels in providing a user-friendly experience, with features like a comprehensive timesheet view that allows users to see all their entries for the week in one place. This makes it easy to edit and switch between tasks quickly, enhancing daily productivity.
- Users say Harvest stands out for its straightforward project setup and reporting capabilities. Many find it easy to pull reports using filters, which helps visualize time distribution across various tasks, making it a great tool for managing both internal and client-related projects.
- According to verified reviews, BigTime offers superior support quality, with users highlighting the helpfulness of their knowledge base and access to tips and webinars. This level of support can be crucial for teams needing assistance during implementation and ongoing use.
- Reviewers mention that while Harvest is praised for its ease of use, BigTime's customization options allow for more tailored data entry experiences. Users appreciate the ability to customize fields, which can be a significant advantage for businesses with specific tracking needs.
- G2 reviewers highlight that both platforms perform well in time tracking, but Harvest has a slight edge in this area, with users noting its intuitive interface that makes time tracking feel effortless. This simplicity can be particularly beneficial for teams looking to minimize the learning curve.
- Users report that BigTime's overall satisfaction ratings are higher, indicating a more favorable experience among its user base. With a focus on quality support and user-friendly features, BigTime seems to resonate well with small businesses looking for reliable time tracking solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BigTime
Essentials
$20.00
1 user Per Month
Deliver great work and get paid faster.
- Time Tracking
- Expense Management
- Project Management
Free Trial
BigTime
Free Trial is available
Harvest
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
1,385
8.9
745
Ease of Use
8.7
1,435
9.1
744
Ease of Setup
8.2
970
9.0
269
Ease of Admin
8.7
935
8.8
249
Quality of Support
9.2
1,288
8.7
451
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
934
8.9
217
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
1,354
8.0
722
Features by Category
Expense Reports
8.7
520
Not enough data
7.8
234
Not enough data
8.0
279
Not enough data
8.5
351
Not enough data
8.6
381
Not enough data
7.4
132
Not enough data
7.8
210
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Travel Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
199
Not enough data
Client Invoicing
8.4
702
8.7
349
7.7
357
8.4
265
8.3
534
8.3
321
Mobile
8.6
349
Not enough data
8.4
292
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
137
Not enough data
8.0
280
Not enough data
Administration
7.3
117
Not enough data
Administration
8.4
692
8.5
323
8.4
693
8.4
331
8.1
548
8.4
341
8.0
416
Feature Not Available
8.7
784
8.7
360
Platform
8.4
826
8.5
390
8.1
518
8.3
260
7.6
341
Feature Not Available
8.8
796
9.1
416
8.2
577
8.6
315
7.7
361
7.7
217
Tasks
8.6
297
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
271
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
260
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
241
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
218
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
229
Not enough data
7.7
235
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
232
|
Verified
Not enough data
Projects
8.1
249
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
228
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
215
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
228
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
247
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
291
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
219
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
267
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
205
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
332
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
197
|
Verified
Not enough data
Resource Management
7.8
212
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
238
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
243
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Monitoring
7.8
201
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
229
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
273
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.2
64
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
6.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
Cost Tracking
Not enough data
8.6
170
Not enough data
8.4
179
Not enough data
8.5
173
Planning
7.5
46
Not enough data
7.8
53
Not enough data
7.8
51
Not enough data
Optimization
7.9
55
Not enough data
7.6
51
Not enough data
7.3
49
Not enough data
Customer Management
8.5
121
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
83
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
84
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Management
8.2
109
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
154
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
99
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
108
|
Verified
Not enough data
Accounting
8.2
102
Not enough data
8.6
120
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
98
Not enough data
8.4
123
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
128
|
Verified
Not enough data
Portfolio Management
8.0
82
Not enough data
8.2
81
Not enough data
7.7
75
Not enough data
8.1
74
Not enough data
Analytics
8.2
92
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
151
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
81
|
Verified
Not enough data
Administration
8.2
114
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
131
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
114
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
81
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
69
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
148
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
116
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
75
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.5
9
Not enough data
6.5
9
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Professional Services Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Professional Services Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Bill Generation
8.0
243
Not enough data
8.4
217
Not enough data
7.7
176
Not enough data
Bill Processing
7.7
189
Not enough data
8.0
203
Not enough data
8.3
236
Not enough data
Integration
8.2
242
Not enough data
7.8
202
Not enough data
7.1
153
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Billing
6.9
6
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Time Tracking
9.3
927
9.3
621
9.1
891
9.2
619
9.0
807
8.9
540
Client Invoicing
8.4
702
8.7
349
7.7
357
8.4
265
8.3
534
8.3
321
Mobile Time Tracking
9.1
773
9.4
562
Administration
8.4
692
8.5
323
8.4
693
8.4
331
8.1
548
8.4
341
8.0
416
Feature Not Available
8.7
784
8.7
360
Platform
8.4
826
8.5
390
8.1
518
8.3
260
7.6
341
Feature Not Available
8.8
796
9.1
416
8.2
577
8.6
315
7.7
361
7.7
217
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BigTime and Harvest are categorized as Time Tracking
Unique Categories
BigTime is categorized as Professional Services Automation, Project Management, Billing, Expense Management, and Resource Management
Harvest is categorized as Project Cost Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BigTime
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Harvest
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Accounting
13.7%
Architecture & Planning
10.3%
Civil Engineering
9.6%
Information Technology and Services
6.4%
Consulting
5.6%
Other
54.4%
Marketing and Advertising
28.1%
Information Technology and Services
14.5%
Computer Software
8.2%
Design
3.9%
Internet
2.8%
Other
42.6%
Discussions
we need an outside bookkeeping VA to do basic things we don't have time skill to do - any referals??
2 Comments
JS
I've been using the software since 2017. I also work virtually as a consultant in Finance. I'm happy to discuss my qualifications. Please let me know if...Read more
How do I show a credit for an invoice that was paid in a previous cycle?
1 Comment
TA
Hi, to the best of my knowledge, BigTime can't handle this kind of transaction.
Traditionally, this would be handled by the accounting package and issued...Read more
What is the ultimate intention for the use of harvest?
3 Comments
JC
Track your time and manage the hours spent on each project. You can even start a timer when you start a task. Read more
What is the best way to keep my team actively logging time?
2 Comments
JS
Have them use a browser plugin that will allow them to more easily manage time. Training and ease of use are the best way to drive adoption. If you have...Read more
What is the easiest way to manage changing pay rate in many projects for a single client?
1 Comment
EC
I believe you can go to Team >Click on yourself>Edit profile>Basic Info. Change your billable rate in there and it should appy to all your projects. Read more
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