Harvest

Easy-to-use interface, making it accessible for non-technical users and teams of varying technical expertise.

Streamlines time tracking with features like desktop apps, browser extensions, mobile apps, and integrations (e.g., ClickUp, JIRA, Asana, Google Calendar).

Effective invoicing system directly tied to tracked time and expenses, reducing manual errors and improving efficiency.

Robust reporting features, giving insights into employee utilization, project budgets, and team productivity.

Simplifies multi-project management, allowing for quick switching between projects and tasks.

Useful for tracking billable versus non-billable hours, aiding in accurate client billing and better resource allocation.

Seamless integration with accounting/bookkeeping systems like QuickBooks and Xero.

Encourages transparency and accountability through precise time tracking and consolidated overviews.

Cost-effective solution for startups and small businesses due to its freemium and tiered pricing model.

Limited reporting capabilities, making it challenging for complex data analysis and large organizations.

Some users report lag during integrations and syncing tasks with tools like Asana, Trello, and Google Calendar.

Freemium version lacks advanced capabilities, requiring users to upgrade for full functionality.

UI can be perceived as overly simple or rigid, with limited customization options for notifications or project attributes.

Clunky recurring/retainer invoice handling, with constraints like batch payment recording and integration issues in QuickBooks.

Projects grow harder to navigate with larger datasets, requiring improved search and organizational features.

Expense tracking remains somewhat disjointed from the main system, lacking seamless linkage to project budgets.

Pricing model can become expensive for growing teams or those working with a high number of part-time contractors.

Occasional bugs in time tracking systems when switching between devices or managing time zones.