Is Helix Time Tracker better than Clockify?

Helix Time Tracker is $279 one-time vs Clockify's $9.99/month ($119.88/year). Helix includes Timer-based tracking, Manual time entry, Job/client assignment. Clockify lacks Free plan: can't lock timesheets (audit risk) and GPS requires Standard plan. Break even in 27.9 months.

How much does Clockify cost over 3 years?

Clockify at $9.99/month costs $119.88/year. With 11.4% annual SaaS inflation, the 3-year total is $403 and 5-year total is $754. Helix is $279 once — you save $124 over 3 years.

Helix Time Tracker vs Clockify

$279 once vs $9.99/month. Same time tracker features. One you own, one you rent.

Quick Answer: Clockify charges $9.99/month ($403 over 3 years with inflation). Helix includes time tracker as part of a $279 one-time purchase — or $99 today and two more payments. You also get CRM, scheduling, invoicing, time tracking, and task management. Break even in 27.9 months. 30-day money-back guarantee.

Bottom Line

Helix Time Tracker is part of a $279 one-time purchase. Clockify charges $9.99/month ($119.88/year). Over 3 years, Clockify costs $403. Helix stays at $279. Break even in 27.9 months. After that, Clockify users keep paying — you don't. Clockify also lacks Free plan: can't lock timesheets (audit risk) and GPS requires Standard plan which Helix includes.

The Math

Clockify monthly$9.99/mo

Clockify annual$119.88/yr

Clockify 3-year (11.4% inflation)$403

Clockify 5-year$754

Helix Time Tracker — one time $279

You save over 3 years$124

Time Tracker Features: Clockify vs Helix

Feature	Clockify	Helix
Timer-based tracking	✗	✓
Manual time entry	✗	✓
Job/client assignment	✗	✓
Billable vs non-billable	✗	✓
Team time tracking	✗	✓
Time reports	✗	✓
Invoice from time	✗	✓
Productivity insights	✗	✓
Price	$9.99/mo forever	$279 once

Why People Compare Helix Time Tracker to Clockify

Clockify is one of the more popular choices for time tracker. At $9.99/month, it seems affordable month-to-month, but the annual cost adds up faster than most people expect. The challenge is that Clockify is a subscription. Every month you pay whether you use it heavily or not. And SaaS companies raise prices an average of 11.4% per year.

Helix takes a different approach. Time Tracker is one of 11 integrated modules in a $279 one-time purchase. Your time tracker connects directly to your CRM, scheduling, invoicing, and time tracking — no Zapier, no copying between apps, no integration tax. You pay once and own your tools.

Why People Leave Clockify

Free tier lacks essential enterprise controls
Profitability tracking only in Pro ($9.99/user)
No built-in invoicing in free tier
Approvals/locking require paid plans
Just a timer - no CRM, scheduling, or business management
Free version limitations become apparent as team grows
Advanced reporting locked to higher tiers
Per-user pricing adds up for large teams

What Clockify Doesn't Include

These features require additional subscriptions with Clockify. Helix includes all of them:

Free plan: can't lock timesheets (audit risk) — included in Helix, not in Clockify
GPS requires Standard plan — included in Helix, not in Clockify
SSO requires Enterprise — included in Helix, not in Clockify
No geofencing for clock-ins — included in Helix, not in Clockify
Manual start/stop (limited automation) — included in Helix, not in Clockify

When Clockify Is the Better Choice

You have a large team (10+) needing enterprise features
You're deeply invested in Clockify's ecosystem and integrations
Clockify specializes in time_tracking and reporting workflows
You need a feature Helix doesn't have yet — check the comparison table above

For solo operators and small teams, Helix does 90% of what Clockify does at 80% less cost over 3 years.

Who Helix Is Actually For

Helix is built for solopreneurs and small teams who run service-based businesses — plumbers, photographers, house cleaners, personal trainers, nail techs, landscapers, and dozens of other trades. If you book clients, do work, and send invoices, Helix replaces the 3-5 subscriptions you are currently paying for. Your time tracker connects directly to your CRM, scheduling, invoicing, and time tracking. No Zapier. No copying between apps. $279 once — or $99 today and two more payments — and you own your tools forever.

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Pricing verified March 2026.