Hubstaff Features
Platform (18)
Customization
As reported in 132 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows administrators to customize to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views.
Integration APIs
This feature was mentioned in 128 Hubstaff reviews.
Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications.
Internationalization
As reported in 127 Hubstaff reviews.
Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies.
User, Role, and Access Management
131 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, and groups.
Performance
131 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Mobility
This feature was mentioned in 129 Hubstaff reviews.
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Reporting
133 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Dashboards
As reported in 129 Hubstaff reviews.
Creates dashboards to track information like open positions, current headcount, and recruiting pipeline.
Reporting
Based on 869 Hubstaff reviews.
Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards.
APIs / Integration
Based on 730 Hubstaff reviews.
Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc. with other software applications.
Internationalization
Based on 727 Hubstaff reviews.
Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies.
Performance and Reliability
857 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Software is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took.
Mobile User Support
740 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows software to be easily used on multiple mobile devices include phone and tablet devices.
Offline
Based on 726 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides users ability to create and access expense reports/timesheets while not connected to internet.
Reporting and Dashboards
Based on 253 Hubstaff reviews.
Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards.
User, Role, and Access Management
As reported in 251 Hubstaff reviews.
Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.
Performance and Reliability
This feature was mentioned in 253 Hubstaff reviews.
Software is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took.
Scalability
As reported in 248 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows administrator to easily add employees and grow payroll process as their company grows.
Time Tracking (3)
Ease of Completing Timesheets
985 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Timesheet entry takes little time and is intuitive for new users
Tracking Time to Project/Task
Based on 999 Hubstaff reviews.
Users can easily track time based on task or activity and assign to projects
Billable Time Rate Management
As reported in 884 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows users and administrators to adjust rates based on user, role, task, project assignments, etc.
Client Invoicing (3)
Invoice Creation and Delivery
736 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Ability to create and send printable or electronic invoices. Includes standard invoice style library that can be customized/branded.
Electronic Payments
Based on 731 Hubstaff reviews.
Accepts electronic payments from clients
Project Accounting / Revenue Recognition
This feature was mentioned in 728 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides adequate reporting and/or can integrate to AP systems to recognize revenue appropriately
Mobile Time Tracking (1)
Time Tracking
Based on 909 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows users to track and enter time spent on project tasks from mobile device.
Administration (13)
Business Tool Integration
This feature was mentioned in 792 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides standard connectors for popular Finance, Payroll, HRMS and CRM systems
Workflow
This feature was mentioned in 794 Hubstaff reviews.
Routes Timesheets, Invoices, Expense reports through approval process. Easy to maintain and administer
Automated Reminders
As reported in 774 Hubstaff reviews.
Sends automatic reminders to employees that have not completed expenses reports and/or timesheets
User, Role, and Access Management
As reported in 820 Hubstaff reviews.
Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.
Payroll Entry
As reported in 276 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows administrator to enter payroll for all employees based on salary or total hours worked.
Time Off Accrual
270 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Calculation and tracking of sick and vacation days.
Direct Deposit
Based on 269 Hubstaff reviews.
Automatically deposits paychecks into employees' bank accounts.
Expense Reimbursement
260 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows administrator to reimburse employees for business-related purchases.
Pre-tax Deductions
This feature was mentioned in 261 Hubstaff reviews.
Automatically deducts wages for health care, 401(k) plans, etc. from paychecks.
Wage Garnishment
261 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows administrator to set up for wage garnishments to be deducted automatically from employers' paychecks.
Approvals
257 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Administrator can submit payroll approval request and the approver can approve, deny, or re-assign it to the appropriate approver.
Check/W-2 Printing
Based on 253 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows administrators to print valid paychecks and W-2 forms.
Check/W-2 Delivery
251 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Sends printed checks to administrator to distribute to employees.
Employee Self Service (3)
Web Portal
As reported in 274 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows employees to access current and past pay stubs, W-2 forms, and additional salary information.
Benefits Manager
Based on 267 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows employees to answer or update questions pertaining to benefits and receive information about benefit providers.
Mobile
As reported in 271 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows employees to view pay stub and W-2 information via a smartphone app or mobile optimized website.
Taxes (3)
Tax Calculation
259 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Calculates taxes due and may include resources or tools for federal and state tax compliance.
Tax Filing
253 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Files payroll tax forms automatically for federal, state, and local taxes.
Automatic Tax Payment
This feature was mentioned in 245 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows payroll vendor, via power of attorney, to make electronic payments of withheld taxes to government.
Integration (4)
API / Integration
251 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications.
Time Tracking Integration
This feature was mentioned in 257 Hubstaff reviews.
Enables administrator to import hours from time tracking systems.
Accounting Integration
Based on 252 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides standard integration with third party accounting software.
Core HR Integration
As reported in 253 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides standard integration with third party core HR software.
Workforce Management Platform Features (10)
Labor Forecasting
As reported in 118 Hubstaff reviews.
Predict the number and types of employees necessary to meet anticipated demand to control labor costs.
Shift Scheduling
Based on 122 Hubstaff reviews.
Plan employee work shifts according to availability and provide notifications to employees when they are scheduled.
Time & Attendance Tracking
Based on 127 Hubstaff reviews.
Let employees track the hours they have worked through integrations with time tracking products or built in time tracking features.
Absence & Leave Management
This feature was mentioned in 119 Hubstaff reviews.
Employees can submit paid time off (PTO) or leave of absence requests that managers can approve or deny within the platform.
Skills Management
This feature was mentioned in 118 Hubstaff reviews.
Organize, sort, and view employees based on skills and qualifications in order to make smarter workforce decisions.
Succession Planning
115 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Identify high performing employees with potential to be promoted with minimal development.
Workforce Analytics
119 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Tools designed to help analyze employee data and develop baselines for evaluating and optimizing workforce management.
Self-Service Capabilities
This feature was mentioned in 116 Hubstaff reviews.
Web portals through which employees can view their schedules, submit PTO requests, configure work availability and preferences, and self-schedule from available work times.
Mobile Shift Scheduling
This feature was mentioned in 115 Hubstaff reviews.
Managers and employees can create or claim available work shifts and receive notifications on their mobile device.
Team Communication
This feature was mentioned in 115 Hubstaff reviews.
Message other team members or managers through built-in text or emailing functions and communicate scheduling or leave requests.
Monitoring (7)
Interactions
Based on 644 Hubstaff reviews.
Monitors interactions with customers and/or co-workers.
Web Usage
As reported in 658 Hubstaff reviews.
Monitors web usage on desktop or portable computers.
Mobile App Usage
Based on 592 Hubstaff reviews.
Monitors mobile app usage.
Screenshots
683 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows administrators to take screenshots of various devices at any time.
Regulations Enforcement
As reported in 282 Hubstaff reviews.
Enforce federal, state, and organization regulations.
Compliance Monitoring
Based on 280 Hubstaff reviews.
Monitor and maintain compliance.
Integration
This feature was mentioned in 286 Hubstaff reviews.
Provide integrations with payroll software.
Logging (3)
Email
As reported in 562 Hubstaff reviews.
Logs email activity, ensuring subject matter is relevant to company goals.
Social Media
539 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Logs social media activity, ensuring subject matter is relevant to company goals.
Live Chat
Based on 555 Hubstaff reviews.
Logs live chat conversations, ensuring subject matter is relevant to company goals.
Feedback (2)
Reports
Based on 617 Hubstaff reviews.
Develops reports based on information logged to aid administrators understand company productivity.
Archives
559 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Archives reports and logs for later reference.
Automation (1)
Process Automation
Based on 288 Hubstaff reviews.
Automate processes and eliminate errors associated with requesting, approving, and tracking paid and unpaid time off.
Logistics (3)
Dashboards & Reporting
As reported in 294 Hubstaff reviews.
Analytical and reporting tools that provide visibility into labor cost and enable data-driven decisions.
Data Collection
291 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Labor data collection options include web, mobile, and hardware.
Lanuguage Options
This feature was mentioned in 284 Hubstaff reviews.
Provide multiple language options for a global user base.
Management (10)
Schedule Creation Tools
As reported in 284 Hubstaff reviews.
Tools that help in scheduling and shift creation and management.
Schedule Management
As reported in 283 Hubstaff reviews.
Tools that manage vacation, holidays, absences, breaks, and overtime.
Employee Leave Management
Based on 288 Hubstaff reviews.
Manage employee's eligibility for paid and unpaid leave based on criteria including vacation, sick time and more.
User Access
286 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Grant access to select features and data based on the users' role, both internally and externally.
User Role Access
285 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides employees self service access and managers a centralized view.
Employee Information
This feature was mentioned in 286 Hubstaff reviews.
Ability to manage employee information.
Employee Information Automation
281 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Automate employee promotions and position changes and company policy changes.
Updates
104 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Ability to update multiple workflows at the same time
Audit Trail
As reported in 101 Hubstaff reviews.
Maintain a history of all workflow changes
Integration
Based on 103 Hubstaff reviews.
Integrate with ERP or project management software
Cost Tracking (3)
Identification
Based on 116 Hubstaff reviews.
Capture costs at different stages of the project
Allocation
As reported in 111 Hubstaff reviews.
Allocate costs to resources, tasks, or projects
Standard Costs
Based on 110 Hubstaff reviews.
Define standard costs for resources and activities
Platform Basics (12)
Interoperability
This feature was mentioned in 62 Hubstaff reviews.
Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.
Performance
Based on 62 Hubstaff reviews.
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Internationalization
This feature was mentioned in 58 Hubstaff reviews.
Supports use by multi-national organizations with appropriate languages, currencies and other conversions.
Security
60 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides appropriate tools, certifications and encryption to protect against fraud and malicious attacks.
Interoperability
Based on 91 Hubstaff reviews.
Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.
Performance
As reported in 89 Hubstaff reviews.
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Portal
91 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Contains a portal to facilitate third-party or client application access.
Reporting
As reported in 112 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Dashboard
Based on 115 Hubstaff reviews.
Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with.
Performance
As reported in 114 Hubstaff reviews.
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Performance
As reported in 92 Hubstaff reviews.
Performs and secures payments efficiently on both the user and the consumer ends
Portal
Based on 94 Hubstaff reviews.
Contains a portal to facilitate contractor access to payments
Platform Functionality (5)
Customizability
58 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows administrators to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views.
Mobility
This feature was mentioned in 59 Hubstaff reviews.
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Document management
89 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Manages necessary docuements for ease of visibiltiy and access.
Requalification
85 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Automated compliance renewal notifications.
Compliance
Based on 89 Hubstaff reviews.
Tracks contractor compliance levels and renewa dates.
Platform Data (4)
Reporting
This feature was mentioned in 62 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Alerts and Notifications
Based on 57 Hubstaff reviews.
Self-monitors important metrics and sends notifications to users in-app or through email, text message or otherwise.
Platform Search
As reported in 55 Hubstaff reviews.
Find important content or files using keywords, metadata, tags, etc.
Visualization
Based on 58 Hubstaff reviews.
Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows
Setup (4)
Activities
This feature was mentioned in 107 Hubstaff reviews.
Provide standard activities and tasks that can be customized by users
Flows
105 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Users can easily create flows using drag and drop features
Dependencies
This feature was mentioned in 103 Hubstaff reviews.
Define and manage dependencies between tasks and workflows
Notifications
Based on 107 Hubstaff reviews.
Include alters that can be used with workflows
Platform Performance (2)
Reporting
As reported in 92 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Application Monitoring
Based on 91 Hubstaff reviews.
Contains application performance monitoring capabilities.
Platform Additional Functionality (8)
Onboarding
89 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Onboard workers via online, classroom, or external training.
Pre-qualifiation
Based on 89 Hubstaff reviews.
Pre-qualify contract workers via reference, record, background check.
Onsite Monitoring
90 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Monitor contractor onsite activities, performance, etc.
Integrations
112 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Integrates with business solutions such as payroll, workforce management, POS systems, etc.
Mobility
Based on 109 Hubstaff reviews.
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Forecasting
As reported in 106 Hubstaff reviews.
Forecasts scheduling needs based on important KPIs.
Task Management
This feature was mentioned in 110 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides task prioritization and management abilities.
Portal
107 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Contains a portal to facilitate third-party or client application access.
Platform Content (3)
Automation
This feature was mentioned in 111 Hubstaff reviews.
Automates some or all operation related tasks.
File Sharing
107 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides robust sharing options for communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
Content Library
As reported in 107 Hubstaff reviews.
Provides users with a pre-built library of useable content.
Platform Administration (3)
Integrations
As reported in 93 Hubstaff reviews.
Integrates with third-party HR software, such as systems for payroll, time & attendance, or core HR.
Compliance
Based on 90 Hubstaff reviews.
Maintains compliance with payroll regulations.
Reporting
89 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides analytics tools that reveal payment metrics of contractors over time
Platform Payment Content (3)
Document management
This feature was mentioned in 91 Hubstaff reviews.
Manages necessary information of contractors for ease of visibiltiy and access.
Invoicing Tool
93 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Generates invoices from HR departments for managing freelance, contract, and extended workforce.
Wage access
Based on 91 Hubstaff reviews.
Gives employees the ability to view, manage, and withdraw earned wages before payday.
Generative AI (5)
AI Text Summarization
Based on 89 Hubstaff reviews.
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text Generation
As reported in 246 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
AI Text Summarization
This feature was mentioned in 248 Hubstaff reviews.
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Image-to-Text
As reported in 247 Hubstaff reviews.
Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements.
AI Text Generation
As reported in 101 Hubstaff reviews.
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
Productivity - Employee Monitoring (4)
Project
264 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Tracks productivity by task or project to analyze efficiency.
Hours
268 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Identify most and least productive hours for individual or multiple workers.
Intelligence
259 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Analyzes key metrics to identify root causes of productivity blockers or enhancers.
Burnout
This feature was mentioned in 255 Hubstaff reviews.
Measure markers of employee burnout like absences, mistakes, unengaged workers, etc.
Agentic AI - Workflow Management (7)
Autonomous Task Execution
Based on 20 Hubstaff reviews.
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Multi-step Planning
This feature was mentioned in 20 Hubstaff reviews.
Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes
Cross-system Integration
This feature was mentioned in 20 Hubstaff reviews.
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Adaptive Learning
As reported in 21 Hubstaff reviews.
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Natural Language Interaction
20 reviewers of Hubstaff have provided feedback on this feature.
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Proactive Assistance
This feature was mentioned in 20 Hubstaff reviews.
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Based on 21 Hubstaff reviews.
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
Technology Glossary Features
View definitions of the features and discover new technology terms.
Labor forecasting is the process of predicting future labor needs. Learn more about forecasting staffing needs, different prediction methods, and how to implement a unique strategy.
Shift scheduling is the process of creating work schedules to support company needs and employee satisfaction. Learn more about shift scheduling and how to create a successful process.
Policy and compliance management is a process to centrally manage standards, policies, and internal control processes cross-mapped to external regulatory standards. Learn more about policy and compliance management best practices and the associated benefits.
Wage garnishment can take its toll not only on employees but also on employers. Learn more about wage garnishment, how it can impact a business, and what to do if an employee receives a garnishment of their wages.





