Compare Buddy Punch and ClockShark 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (87.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $4.49 1 Employee Per Month
$10.00 Per Month
Buddy Punch
Star Rating
(367)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $4.49 1 Employee Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansClockShark
Star Rating
(314)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$10.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 2 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Buddy Punch excels in user satisfaction, boasting a higher overall score compared to ClockShark. Users appreciate its user-friendly interface and clear instructions, which simplify the payroll process significantly.
- According to verified reviews, Buddy Punch's implementation process is notably smooth, with users highlighting how easy it is to navigate the platform. One user mentioned that clocking in and out takes seconds, enhancing punctuality and reliability.
- Users say that while ClockShark offers useful features like GPS tracking for employee clock-ins, it falls short in overall user experience compared to Buddy Punch. Reviewers noted that ClockShark can sometimes feel overwhelming, despite its digital time-keeping capabilities.
- Reviewers mention that Buddy Punch provides excellent support, with a consistent quality rating that matches its user satisfaction. This is reflected in feedback where users feel they can depend on the platform for stability and assistance when needed.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Buddy Punch is particularly well-suited for small businesses, with a significant portion of its user base falling into this category. This focus allows it to cater effectively to the specific needs of smaller teams, unlike ClockShark, which has a broader but less specialized appeal.
- Users report that while both platforms offer time tracking features, Buddy Punch stands out with its ease of completing timesheets and overall performance. Reviewers have noted that the platform's reliability and intuitive design make it a preferred choice for daily operations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Buddy Punch
Starter
Starting at $4.49
1 Employee Per Month
Time tracking essentials for small teams and businesses.
- Free Administrator Users
- GPS on Punches
- Mobile Apps
ClockShark
Pro Plan Monthly
$10.00
Per Month
$10/user/mo + $60 base fee/mo (base fee includes 1 admin)
- Includes all features in the Standard plan plus:
- Advanced Job Costing Controls
- Multi-Department/Office Controls
Free Trial
Buddy Punch
Free Trial is available
ClockShark
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.6
308
9.1
271
Ease of Use
9.7
313
9.3
273
Ease of Setup
9.6
198
9.2
236
Ease of Admin
9.7
114
9.2
238
Quality of Support
9.6
262
9.6
261
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.8
111
9.4
233
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
293
9.7
273
Features by Category
Automation
9.3
170
Not enough data
Logistics
9.2
177
Not enough data
9.3
170
Not enough data
9.1
57
Not enough data
Management
9.2
152
Not enough data
9.3
168
Not enough data
9.1
169
Not enough data
9.4
185
Not enough data
9.4
175
Not enough data
9.3
182
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
152
Not enough data
Platform Basics
9.3
57
8.9
26
9.4
63
9.4
26
9.5
60
9.1
27
Platform Content
8.9
55
8.4
24
9.2
46
7.7
23
Feature Not Available
7.8
20
Platform Additional Functionality
9.2
46
7.8
24
9.4
54
9.0
25
Feature Not Available
7.1
18
Feature Not Available
8.7
25
Feature Not Available
8.7
22
Time Tracking
9.6
210
9.2
200
9.3
163
9.3
186
Feature Not Available
8.2
31
Client Invoicing
Feature Not Available
7.0
28
Feature Not Available
6.8
29
Feature Not Available
8.4
105
Mobile Time Tracking
9.4
186
9.4
183
Administration
8.8
155
8.9
153
9.1
158
8.8
146
8.9
152
8.4
148
Feature Not Available
8.8
125
9.1
169
9.0
182
Platform
8.9
165
8.8
178
8.7
131
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
9.5
178
9.0
189
9.1
159
9.1
179
Feature Not Available
8.3
118
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Buddy Punch and ClockShark are categorized as Time Tracking and Employee Scheduling
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Buddy Punch
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
ClockShark
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
Construction
8.3%
Hospital & Health Care
6.9%
Medical Practice
5.5%
Insurance
3.6%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
3.3%
Other
72.5%
Construction
60.1%
Information Technology and Services
2.3%
Real Estate
2.3%
Retail
2.0%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
2.0%
Other
31.2%
Alternatives
Discussions
Do you use only Buddy Punch to manage PTO?
2 Comments
TG
YESRead more
is there a way to see when people want spacific time off not just the hours but the exact time they are gone
2 Comments
EC
Time Off is based on how many hours per day, however we do have a notes section where the user can indicate specific times if needed.Read more
How can I edit overtime when I forget to punch out.
1 Comment
EC
Overtime is automatically calculated. All you'll need to do is update your punch out time (if you forgot to punch...Read more
Is there an "archive" feature for Jobs that are completed?
5 Comments
BL
Not specifically that I am aware of. When we complete a job, I just inactivate it so that it does not show up on the employees' app on their phone as a...Read more
Can I integrate any employee docs with this app?
1 Comment
BL
To the best of my knowledge, no. With ClockShark you are usually transferring the time data to another program, such as Quickbooks, which is where your...Read more
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