Solo Biz Soft Editorial Team Toggl Track and Clockify are two of the best-known time trackers, and both have free plans. Freelancers who bill by the hour care about two things: how easy it is to track time, and whether billable rates and invoicing are included. This guide compares them using each company’s own pricing page.
Prices are in US dollars and were checked on 19 September 2026.
Quick comparison
| Toggl Track | Clockify | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free: timers, focus mode, tasks and estimates, personal reports | Free: up to 5 users, unlimited tracking, reports |
| Billable rates | Starter and above | Basic and above |
| Paid entry | Starter: from $9 per user per month (annual-billing view) | Basic: $3.99 annual or $4.99 monthly per seat |
| Invoicing | Not listed on the plans we checked | Standard: $5.49 annual or $6.99 monthly |
| Top solo-friendly tier | Premium: from $16 per user per month (annual-billing view) | Pro: $7.99 annual or $9.99 monthly |
Toggl Track
Toggl’s free plan lists manual and real-time timers, focus mode, calendar integrations, tasks, boards and estimates, personal reports and a browser extension with 100+ integrations. It does not include billable rates, team reports or timesheet approvals. Starter ($9 per user a month on Toggl’s annual-billing view; check the monthly-billing price on its site) adds billable rates and team reports, and Premium adds profitability reports, timesheet approvals and more integrations.
Pros
- Polished timers and integrations
- Free plan for personal use
- Billable rates from Starter
Cons
- No billable rates on Free
- Paid prices are higher than Clockify
- Invoicing is not listed
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Clockify
Clockify’s free plan allows up to five users and lists unlimited tracking, a timer, timesheets, an auto tracker, a calendar, mobile and desktop apps and reports. Free reports cover a one-month data range, exports are PDF only, and there are API and webhook limits. Basic ($3.99 per seat a month billed annually) adds billable rates and more, Standard ($5.49) adds invoicing and approvals, and Pro ($7.99) adds scheduling, expenses and budgets.
Pros
- Generous free plan
- Low paid prices
- Invoicing on Standard
Cons
- Free plan reports limited to one month
- Free exports are PDF only
- Advanced features need higher plans
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How to choose
If you want the most on a free plan: start with Clockify.
If you value a polished experience and integrations: try Toggl Track’s free plan.
If you invoice clients from your time data: compare Clockify Standard’s invoicing with your existing invoicing tool.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for freelancers who bill hourly?
Both work. Clockify costs less and lists invoicing on Standard; Toggl needs Starter for billable rates.
Is Clockify free for one person?
Yes. Its free plan allows up to 5 users.
Can I track time without a paid plan?
Yes, both free plans track time. Paid plans add billable rates, reports and extras.
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Prices and features were checked on 19 September 2026 and can change. Always confirm on the company’s website.