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TimeScribe vs ActivityWatch
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
TimeScribe
8.0Working time tracker
ActivityWatch
7.5Time tracker
| Metric | TimeScribe | ActivityWatch |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Productivity | Productivity |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 20 | 225 |
| 90-day Installs | 86 | 634 |
| 365-day Installs | 389 | 1.6K |
| Version | 1.13.0 | 0.13.2 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 753 | 16.9K |
| GitHub Forks | 67 | 840 |
| Open Issues | 12 | 179 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MPL-2.0 |
| Language | PHP | Python |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | May 20, 2025 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
TimeScribe
TimeScribe is a privacy-focused, open-source time tracking app that operates offline, making it ideal for users who value data control and prefer cross-platform functionality.
Tracks working hours offline with a focus on privacy and no external dependencies.
Pros
- + Open-source and privacy-focused with offline functionality.
- + Cross-platform support for macOS and Windows.
- + Active community and regular updates.
Cons
- - UI is built using PHP, which may affect performance.
- - Limited to offline use without cloud features.
ActivityWatch
ActivityWatch is a unique, open-source time tracker that automatically records your activity across applications. It's privacy-focused, cross-platform, and extensible, making it ideal for remote workers and developers seeking transparency into their work patterns.
Automatically tracks time spent across applications to provide insights into productivity and usage patterns.
Pros
- + Open-source and privacy-focused
- + Cross-platform support
- + Extensible with plugins and integrations
Cons
- - Lacks auto-updates
- - Significant number of open issues may indicate areas needing improvement