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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (76.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$20.00 1 user Per Month
$9.00 1 User Per Month
BigTime
Star Rating
(1,548)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$20.00 1 user Per Month
Browse all 4 pricing plansTimely
Star Rating
(472)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$9.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Reviews say that Timely excels in ease of use, scoring 9.5 compared to BigTime's 8.7. Users report that Timely's intuitive interface and streamlined navigation make it easier for teams to adopt and utilize the software effectively.
- Users mention that Timely offers superior performance and reliability, with a score of 9.4 versus BigTime's 8.8. Reviewers highlight that Timely's consistent uptime and fast response times enhance their overall experience.
- G2 users report that Timely's project accounting and revenue recognition features are more robust, scoring 8.6 compared to BigTime's 8.3. Users appreciate Timely's ability to provide clear insights into project profitability and financial health.
- Users on G2 note that Timely's reporting capabilities shine with a score of 9.0, while BigTime scores 8.4. Reviewers mention that Timely's customizable reports allow for better data visualization and decision-making.
- Reviewers mention that BigTime has a slight edge in invoice creation and delivery, scoring 8.4 compared to Timely's 8.2. Users appreciate BigTime's comprehensive invoicing features, which include customizable templates and automated reminders.
- Users report that both products perform well in time tracking, with Timely scoring 9.3 and BigTime at 9.1. However, reviewers say that Timely's automatic time tracking feature is particularly praised for its accuracy and ease of use, making it a favorite among teams.
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
Timely
Starter
$9.00
1 User Per Month
For Solo/Micro business
Finish timesheets in 10 min, bill for 20% more hours.
- Max 5 users
- 20 Active projects
- Unlimited Teams
Free Trial
BigTime
Free Trial is available
Timely
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
1,326
9.3
388
Ease of Use
8.7
1,350
9.5
390
Ease of Setup
8.2
927
9.2
201
Ease of Admin
8.7
922
9.4
147
Quality of Support
9.2
1,255
9.5
305
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
921
9.6
143
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
1,295
9.6
390
Features by Category
Expense Reports
8.7
520
Not enough data
7.9
236
Not enough data
8.1
281
Not enough data
8.5
352
Not enough data
8.6
382
Not enough data
7.4
133
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
200
Not enough data
Client Invoicing
8.4
702
8.1
192
7.7
357
7.4
164
8.3
534
8.6
207
Mobile
8.6
349
Not enough data
8.4
293
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
693
8.5
224
8.4
693
8.9
240
8.1
546
8.3
232
8.0
417
8.4
179
8.7
785
8.9
239
Platform
8.4
819
9.0
290
8.1
518
8.3
224
7.6
342
8.1
184
8.8
787
9.4
304
8.2
576
8.5
227
7.7
361
Feature Not Available
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
227
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
215
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
227
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
247
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
287
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
219
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
267
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
328
|
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
202
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
229
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
272
|
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Automation
Not enough data
8.3
34
Logistics
Not enough data
8.7
36
Not enough data
8.9
36
Not enough data
8.1
35
Management
Not enough data
8.2
37
Not enough data
8.2
36
Not enough data
7.5
32
Not enough data
9.2
35
Not enough data
9.1
35
Not enough data
8.4
33
Not enough data
8.0
31
Monitoring
Not enough data
8.0
35
Not enough data
8.2
34
Not enough data
8.4
34
Cost Tracking
Not enough data
8.8
42
Not enough data
8.8
40
Not enough data
8.5
38
Planning
7.5
46
Not enough data
7.8
52
Not enough data
7.7
50
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
82
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
84
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Management
8.3
108
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
137
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
99
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
106
|
Verified
Not enough data
Accounting
8.2
101
Not enough data
8.5
117
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
98
Not enough data
8.4
118
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
122
|
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
90
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
131
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
79
|
Verified
Not enough data
Administration
8.2
112
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
117
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
112
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
69
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
124
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
109
|
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
8.3
217
Not enough data
7.7
176
Not enough data
Bill Processing
7.7
188
Not enough data
8.0
202
Not enough data
8.2
235
Not enough data
Integration
8.2
241
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
904
9.4
330
9.1
866
9.4
342
9.0
804
9.2
279
Client Invoicing
8.4
702
8.1
192
7.7
357
7.4
164
8.3
534
8.6
207
Mobile Time Tracking
9.1
757
9.2
308
Administration
8.4
693
8.5
224
8.4
693
8.9
240
8.1
546
8.3
232
8.0
417
8.4
179
8.7
785
8.9
239
Platform
8.4
819
9.0
290
8.1
518
8.3
224
7.6
342
8.1
184
8.8
787
9.4
304
8.2
576
8.5
227
7.7
361
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BigTime and Timely are categorized as Time Tracking
Unique Categories
BigTime is categorized as Expense Management, Professional Services Automation, Billing, Project Management, and Resource Management
Timely is categorized as Project Cost Management and Time & Attendance
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BigTime
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Timely
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
14.0%
Architecture & Planning
10.3%
Civil Engineering
9.6%
Information Technology and Services
6.5%
Management Consulting
5.7%
Other
53.8%
Marketing and Advertising
13.4%
Computer Software
10.8%
Design
9.3%
Information Technology and Services
8.0%
Consulting
5.4%
Other
53.1%
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
Is there a way to format reports? i.e modify the printed output?
2 Comments
M
Hey!
We currently don't have a way of formatting the PDF output from Timely. Have you tried using the shareable report feature? That way you can send a...Read more
How can I make tags more custom and easy to use for multiple projects?
2 Comments
M
Hi Daniel!
Sorry for the late reply – but here goes!
What exactly do you mean by more custom? You can re-use a list of tags for multiple projects, so...Read more
Quickbooks integration
1 Comment
M
Hey!
Yes, absolutely. We're planning to add integrations with the most used accounting and billing systems. Quickbooks is high up on our list.
We'll...Read more
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