# Buddy Punch vs Timely Comparison
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## AI Generated Summary
- **G2 reviewers report** that Buddy Punch excels in user experience, with many users finding it "pretty intuitive to figure out" and appreciating the helpful chat support for any questions. This ease of use is reflected in its high ratings for setup and administration.
- **Users say** that Timely offers a seamless setup process, with one reviewer highlighting the "amazing" memory.ai integration that simplifies time assignment to clients. This feature is particularly beneficial for users who manage multiple projects and clients.
- **Reviewers mention** that Buddy Punch stands out for its straightforward time card management, allowing users to easily make changes. This flexibility is a significant advantage for teams that require quick adjustments to their time entries.
- **According to verified reviews** , Timely's unique ability to track activities by file or website names is a notable feature, making it easier for users to attribute their work to specific projects. This functionality is especially appreciated by those who need to maintain detailed records of their time.
- **G2 reviewers highlight** that Buddy Punch's overall satisfaction ratings are higher, indicating a more favorable user experience. Many users commend its simplicity and effectiveness, which contributes to a smoother daily workflow.
- **Users report** that while Timely is effective and easy to integrate with other tools, it faces challenges in areas like employee leave management and schedule creation, where Buddy Punch tends to perform better, offering more robust features for managing these aspects.



| | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.8 out of 5 | 4.8 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 388 | 488 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (73.8% of reviews) | Small-Business (76.3% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Starting at $4.99 1 Employee Per Month | $9.00 1 User Per Month | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Buddy Punch

Pros:
- Ease of Use (58 reviews)
- Intuitive (24 reviews)

Cons:
- Punching Issues (15 reviews)
- Clocking Issues (12 reviews)

### Timely

Pros:
- Time Tracking (44 reviews)
- Time-saving (33 reviews)

Cons:
- Time Tracking Issues (16 reviews)
- Time Management Issues (9 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.6 (323 reviews) | 9.3 (396 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 9.7 (329 reviews) | 9.5 (399 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 9.6 (216 reviews) | 9.2 (210 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 9.7 (116 reviews) | 9.4 (151 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 9.6 (273 reviews) | 9.5 (310 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.8 (113 reviews) | 9.6 (147 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.5 (304 reviews) | 9.6 (398 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Buddy Punch

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Starter

Price: Starting at $4.99 1 Employee Per Month

Description: Time tracking essentials for small teams and businesses.

Key Features:
- Free Administrator Users
- GPS on Punches
- Mobile Apps

[Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/buddy-punch/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Timely

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Starter

Price: $9.00 1 User Per Month

Description: For Solo/Micro business
Finish timesheets in 10 min, bill for 20% more hours.

Key Features:
- Max 5 users
- 20 Active projects
- Unlimited Teams

[Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/timely-time-tracking/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Time & Attendance

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Buddy Punch** | 9.2/10 | 207 |
| **Timely** | 8.4/10 | 41 |

#### Automation

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Process Automation** | 9.3 (170 reviews) | 8.3 (34 reviews) | 

#### Logistics

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Dashboards & Reporting** | 9.2 (177 reviews) | 8.7 (36 reviews) | 
| **Data Collection** | 9.3 (170 reviews) | 8.9 (36 reviews) | 
| **Lanuguage Options** | 9.1 (57 reviews) | 8.1 (35 reviews) | 

#### Management

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Schedule Creation Tools** | 9.2 (152 reviews) | 8.2 (37 reviews) | 
| **Schedule Management** | 9.3 (168 reviews) | 8.2 (36 reviews) | 
| **Employee Leave Management** | 9.1 (169 reviews) | 7.5 (32 reviews) | 
| **User Access** | 9.4 (185 reviews) | 9.2 (35 reviews) | 
| **User Role Access** | 9.4 (175 reviews) | 9.1 (35 reviews) | 
| **Employee Information** | 9.3 (182 reviews) | 8.4 (33 reviews) | 
| **Employee Information Automation** | Feature Not Available | 8.0 (31 reviews) | 

#### Monitoring

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Regulations Enforcement** | Feature Not Available | 8.0 (35 reviews) | 
| **Compliance Monitoring** | Feature Not Available | 8.2 (34 reviews) | 
| **Integration** | 9.1 (152 reviews) | 8.4 (34 reviews) | 

### Project Cost Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Buddy Punch** | N/A | N/A |
| **Timely** | 8.7/10 | 43 |

#### Cost Tracking

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Identification** | Not enough data | 8.8 (42 reviews) | 
| **Allocation** | Not enough data | 8.8 (40 reviews) | 
| **Standard Costs** | Not enough data | 8.5 (38 reviews) | 

### Employee Scheduling

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Buddy Punch** | 9.3/10 | 70 |
| **Timely** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform Basics

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Reporting** | 9.3 (57 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Dashboard** | 9.4 (64 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Performance** | 9.5 (60 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Content

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Automation** | 8.9 (55 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **File Sharing** | 9.2 (46 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Integrations** | 9.2 (46 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Mobility** | 9.4 (54 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Forecasting** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 
| **Task Management** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 
| **Portal** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 

### Time Tracking

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Buddy Punch** | 9.1/10 | 237 |
| **Timely** | 8.7/10 | 370 |

#### Time Tracking

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Ease of Completing Timesheets** | 9.6 (225 reviews) | 9.4 (337 reviews) | 
| **Tracking Time to Project/Task** | 9.4 (165 reviews) | 9.4 (347 reviews) | 
| **Billable Time Rate Management** | Feature Not Available | 9.2 (281 reviews) | 

#### Client Invoicing

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Invoice Creation and Delivery** | Feature Not Available | 8.1 (193 reviews) | 
| **Electronic Payments** | Feature Not Available | 7.4 (165 reviews) | 
| **Project Accounting / Revenue Recognition** | Feature Not Available | 8.6 (208 reviews) | 

#### Mobile Time Tracking

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Time Tracking** | 9.4 (187 reviews) | 9.2 (310 reviews) | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Business Tool Integration** | 8.8 (155 reviews) | 8.5 (227 reviews) | 
| **Workflow** | 9.1 (159 reviews) | 8.9 (241 reviews) | 
| **Automated Reminders** | 8.9 (155 reviews) | 8.3 (235 reviews) | 
| **Policy Compliance Management** | Feature Not Available | 8.4 (180 reviews) | 
| **User, Role, and Access Management** | 9.1 (169 reviews) | 8.9 (241 reviews) | 

#### Platform

| Feature | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Reporting** | 8.9 (166 reviews) | 9.0 (293 reviews) | 
| **APIs / Integration** | 8.7 (131 reviews) | 8.3 (226 reviews) | 
| **Internationalization** | Feature Not Available | 8.1 (185 reviews) | 
| **Performance and Reliability** | 9.5 (180 reviews) | 9.4 (306 reviews) | 
| **Mobile User Support** | 9.1 (160 reviews) | 8.5 (228 reviews) | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (2):** [Time & Attendance Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/time-attendance), [Time Tracking Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/time-tracking-software)

**Unique to Buddy Punch (1):** [Employee Scheduling Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/employee-scheduling-software)

**Unique to Timely (1):** [Project Cost Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/project-cost-management)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Buddy Punch | Timely | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 73.8% | 76.3% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 23.8% | 19.3% | 
| **Enterprise** | 2.3% | 4.4% | 

### By Industry

#### Buddy Punch

- **Construction:** 8.2%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 6.9%
- **Medical Practice:** 6.1%
- **Insurance:** 3.4%
- **Retail:** 3.4%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 3.2%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 3.2%
- **Accounting:** 2.9%
- **Consumer Services:** 2.6%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 2.6%
- **Other:** 57.5%

#### Timely

- **Marketing and Advertising:** 13.6%
- **Computer Software:** 10.6%
- **Design:** 9.3%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 8.1%
- **Consulting:** 5.3%
- **Management Consulting:** 4.5%
- **Graphic Design:** 3.8%
- **Law Enforcement:** 3.0%
- **Legal Services:** 2.8%
- **Public Relations and Communications:** 2.5%
- **Other:** 36.5%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Buddy Punch

- [Deputy](https://www.g2.com/products/deputy/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (666 reviews)
- [Connecteam](https://www.g2.com/products/connecteam/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (3505 reviews)
- [Toggl Track](https://www.g2.com/products/toggl-track/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1589 reviews)
- [When I Work](https://www.g2.com/products/when-i-work/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (393 reviews)
- [Harvest](https://www.g2.com/products/harvest/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (836 reviews)
- [QuickBooks Time](https://www.g2.com/products/quickbooks-time/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1448 reviews)
- [Rippling](https://www.g2.com/products/rippling/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (13074 reviews)
- [Homebase](https://www.g2.com/products/homebase/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (547 reviews)
- [Deltek Replicon Time](https://www.g2.com/products/deltek-replicon-time/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (793 reviews)
- [Paylocity](https://www.g2.com/products/paylocity/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (6079 reviews)

### Alternatives to Timely

- [TimeCamp](https://www.g2.com/products/timecamp/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (368 reviews)
- [Toggl Track](https://www.g2.com/products/toggl-track/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1589 reviews)
- [Harvest](https://www.g2.com/products/harvest/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (836 reviews)
- [Clockify](https://www.g2.com/products/clockify/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (201 reviews)
- [Hubstaff](https://www.g2.com/products/hubstaff/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (2288 reviews)
- [Time Doctor](https://www.g2.com/products/time-doctor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (490 reviews)
- [ClickTime](https://www.g2.com/products/clicktime/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1165 reviews)
- [DeskTime](https://www.g2.com/products/desktime-desktime/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (401 reviews)
- [RescueTime](https://www.g2.com/products/rescuetime/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (93 reviews)
- [QuickBooks Time](https://www.g2.com/products/quickbooks-time/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1448 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Buddy Punch

- Title: [Do you use only Buddy Punch to manage PTO?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/35205-do-you-use-only-buddy-punch-to-manage-pto) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "YES"
- Title: [is there a way to see when people want spacific time off not just the hours but the exact time they are gone](https://www.g2.com/discussions/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, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "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."
- Title: [How can I edit overtime when I forget to punch out.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-can-i-edit-overtime-when-i-forget-to-punch-out) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Overtime is automatically calculated.  All you'll need to do is update your punch out time (if you forgot to punch..."
- Title: [Is there a way to incorporate actual payroll to the package I currently have?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-there-a-way-to-incorporate-actual-payroll-to-the-package-i-currently-have) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "I initially invested a total sum of $95,000 over a period of 18 weeks. My bonus/profit was $170,000, every attempt to make withdrawal failed and I was..."
- Title: [Included](https://www.g2.com/discussions/included) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "All plans include all of our Time Tracking features: GPS Coordinates, Web Cam Integration, IP & Time Stamping, 128-bit AES Security, iPhone and Android..."

### Timely

- Title: [How can I make tags more custom and easy to use for multiple projects?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/32170-how-can-i-make-tags-more-custom-and-easy-to-use-for-multiple-projects) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "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..."
- Title: [Is there a way to format reports?  i.e modify the printed output?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/15565-is-there-a-way-to-format-reports-i-e-modify-the-printed-output) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "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..."
- Title: [Is timely free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-timely-free) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "I don’t think there are any free Timely packages.  There are free trial offers but no basic entry-level free packages.  I think it’s worth paying for.  Very..."
- Title: [What is timely software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-timely-software) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Timely is an automated time tracking software that records duration of time spent on every software or web browsing sessions."
- Title: [Number of user per team](https://www.g2.com/discussions/number-of-user-per-team) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "I don't have access to this information, but all of our team uses this platform. "

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/buddy-punch-vs-timely-time-tracking)