Comparison

Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink vs Shiftbase

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink

This app helps manage mobile teams by tracking work hours, scheduling shifts, and simplifying payroll. It features GPS location tracking for clock-in/out, project-based time logging, and crew messaging for efficient communication and labor cost monitoring.

Highlights
  • Clock in and out tracking
  • GPS-based attendance
  • Shift scheduling
  • Project time logging
  • Paycheck calculator
  • Crew messaging
Features
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Employee Link – Timesheet App, Work Hours Tracker, and Shift Scheduler Employee Link is the all-in-one timesheet app and work hours tracker designed for managing mobile teams, scheduling shifts, and simplifying payroll. This hours tracker app includes a powerful clock in and out system, GPS location tracking, and smart schedule planning tools. Key Features: ・Timesheet app for accurate clock in and out tracking ・Work hours tracker with detailed shift logs and overtime tracking ・Smart shift scheduler with visual calendar and task assignments ・GPS-based attendance tracking for on-site verification ・Paycheck calculator to estimate gross pay and hours worked ・Project-based time logging for labor cost monitoring ・Built-in crew messaging for real-time communication ・Push notifications for schedule updates and task reminders ・Exportable timesheets and payroll summaries (PDF/email) ・Simple time clock interface for field employees ・Free hours tracker app with no hidden fees Why Choose This Timesheet and Scheduling App? Employee Link offers everything needed to manage workforce scheduling and time tracking in one place. From GPS-enabled clock in and out to a complete hours tracker and timesheet manager, this app simplifies labor management and improves team productivity. Ideal for field teams, contractors, and mobile workforces. Who Should Use This Work Hours Tracker App? ・Teams needing a reliable timesheet app for daily clock ins ・Managers looking for a visual shift scheduler and crew planner ・Businesses tracking time by project and calculating labor costs ・Field workers needing a quick and simple time clock tool ・Employers wanting to organize timesheets for easy payroll Start organizing your mobile workforce with the leading timesheet and hours tracker app. Download Employee Link to manage shifts, track hours, and simplify payroll – all in one app. Privacy Policy https://www.employeelinkapp.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use https://www.employeelinkapp.com/terms

About

Shiftbase

Streamline workforce management with online scheduling and time tracking. Easily create schedules, manage employee availability, and monitor labor costs. Employees can swap shifts and request time off, all accessible from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Online scheduling and time tracking
  • Employee shift exchange
  • Time off requests
  • Clock in/out with location/IP
  • Automated time tracking
  • News and discussion posts
Features
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ONLINE SCHEDULING AND TIME TRACKING To use this app a Shiftbase account is required. Shiftbase is an online application for scheduling and time tracking. With our application you can easily and quickly create a schedule with ease while keeping a tight control on labor costs. Because all data is stored online, users can log on from anywhere to view their information. Shiftbase is used by many different companies all around the world. Our app includes the following functions: SCHEDULING - Viewing and adjusting of the schedule. - Option for employees to exchange shifts (with approval of the manager). - Accepting or declining open shift invitations. - Manage availability. TIME TRACKING - Manual registration by employee or manager. - Clock in/out (based on location or IP address). - Automatically based on the schedule. EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT - Time off requests. - View overtime. - Post news items and start a discussion. GENERAL - Manage settings for permissions, locations, absence types and others. - Public API available.

Screenshots

Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink4 screens
Shiftbase4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shiftbase at none against Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink's 19. Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink's advantage is review sentiment (72% vs 42%) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 13). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Shiftbase asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink against 4.7 for Shiftbase. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink has 1.8K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink's written reviews are positive against 42% of Shiftbase's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink ships an update every 2 weeks, Shiftbase fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink versus Shiftbase: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWork Hour Tracker・EmployeeLinkShiftbase
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.8K ratings) — better4.7 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews72.0% of reviews — better42.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.8K — better13
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMorgan TrudeauShiftbase B.V.

Customer experience

Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink

All ratings1,840 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive72.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative20.0%

Shiftbase

All ratings13 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive42.3%
Neutral23.1%
Negative34.6%

Bugs and requests

Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Chat messenger not working on iPad
  • Sign-up process issues (invalid email format)
  • Network errors when inviting employees

Requested features

5 requests
  • Filter reports by employee
  • Whiteboard feature for team communication
  • Notification sounds and indicators
  • Ability to resend employee invite link
  • More advanced reporting and analytics

Shiftbase

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

19 purchases

Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink

Subscriptions19
  • Core Crew7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Core Crew$9.991 Month
  • Pro Crew7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Core Workforce$19.991 Month
  • Pro Crew$19.991 Month
  • Core Organization$29.991 Month
  • Pro Workforce$39.991 Month
  • Core Crew$47.996 Months
  • Pro Organization$59.991 Month
  • Core Crew7 Days trial$71.991 Year
  • Core Crew$71.991 Year
  • Business 6 Month$95.996 Months
  • Pro Crew$95.996 Months
  • Core Workforce$144.991 Year
  • Pro Crew7 Days trial$189.991 Year
  • Pro Workforce$189.996 Months
  • Pro Crew$189.991 Year
  • Pro Workforce7 Days trial$284.991 Year
  • Pro Workforce$284.991 Year
None

Shiftbase

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink free?
Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shiftbase free?
Shiftbase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink or Shiftbase?
Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink is rated higher. Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Shiftbase averages 4.7 from 13 ratings.
Do Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink or Shiftbase have ads?
Neither Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink nor Shiftbase shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink or Shiftbase?
Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink ships an update every 2 weeks, and Shiftbase fortnightly. Most recently, Work Hour Tracker・EmployeeLink was updated on September 22, 2026 and Shiftbase on September 21, 2026.

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