Tracking time across multiple devices and the web couldn’t be easier, whether you want to hit start and stop buttons or manually fill in blocks of time throughout your day. Your time can be divided into different projects and have different tags attached, which lets you see which blocks of time are associated with which work or non-work activities.
Once you’ve generated some statistics, there are many useful reports you can use to track how you spend your time. There is also a standard calendar view. The app makes many of its features available for free, but you can choose to pay ($5 per month and up) to get more customizable options and features, such as the ability to split time and add breaks.
timelines
Timelines can categorize your day for you.David Nield
timelines Your time-tracking solution is worth checking out, as long as you’re using an iPhone or iPad—it’s not available for Android or desktop. If you want to log time using a mobile Apple device, you’ll find this a flexible, intuitive option, which sticks to the basics in terms of most features but does them all well.
All you have to do is tap to get started Add timeline Buttons: Your “timelines” can be socializing, working, relaxing, studying, or whatever you like. Then you start and stop the timer as needed, and the app gives you reports as you go. You can also set goals for how much of something (such as exercise) you want to log over the course of a day, a week, or a month.
The app creates a comprehensive picture of how you’re spending your time, without overwhelming you with different screens and features. You can get started for free with Timelines available for $4 per month, with additional features—such as multi-device syncing, long-term trend reporting, and unlimited time tracking categories—available.
Simple time tracker
Simple Time Tracker isn’t complicated—but offers a lot.David Nield
After mentioning the exclusive app for iPhones and iPads, it is only appropriate that we mention an app that you can only get on Android. Simple time trackerAs its name suggests, it tries to stay out of the way as much as possible when it comes to monitoring where your time goes. You can start and stop time slots with a tap, and everything is well organized in the app.
There is much more beyond the basics. Different activities (such as reading or playing games) can also be divided into different categories (such as work or fun) and customized with their own colors and icons. You can set goals for yourself to meet certain time thresholds and get real-time reports on how your day’s hours are being spent.
The app works really well in the way it lets you choose how simple or detailed your time tracking is. You can really dig into individual days and times if you want, or stick to a broad overview. Perhaps best of all, the app is completely open source and free to use, although I would recommend sending a donation to the developer if you find the app helpful.
