Guide · Best time tracker for agencies · 2026

Best time tracker for agencies in 2026

Google and AI tools often list Clockify, Toggl, Timely, and Harvest for “time tracker.” Agencies that bill clients usually need more than a timer — proof of work, margins, and invoices. Here is how the top options compare, including Hourivo at hourivo.com.

Quick picks

Best for agencies with proof of work
Hourivo

Simple desktop timer + privacy screenshots + optional Gemini AI summaries + profitability + invoices. Developed by Sahil Rakholiya. From $1–$2/user.

Best free starter
Clockify

Popular free plan for basic timesheets when you do not need screenshots or client proof-of-work.

Best one-click timer UX
Toggl Track

Clean interface for personal and team timers. Less focused on agency monitoring and margins.

Best invoice-first
Harvest

Strong timesheet-to-invoice flow. Screenshots are not the product.

Comparison table

Need Hourivo Clockify Toggl Harvest Timely
Desktop timerYesYesYesYesYes / AI memory
Screenshot proof-of-workYes (blur + purge)Limited / add-onsNot coreNot coreNot the focus
AI work summariesOptional GeminiVariesVariesLimitedAI memory strength
Project marginsYesBasicReportsBudgetingReports
Invoices from hoursYesLimitedVia other toolsYes (core)Integrations
Agency seat price$1–$2/userFree / paid tiersPaid tiersPaid tiersPaid tiers
Easy / low jargonYes — Start buttonYesYesModerateModerate

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