ClockIt vs Jibble (2026)

Software face recognition on a phone against hardware biometrics on the wall.

Pricing and review data verified 2026-08-24 · Sourced from Capterra

The verdict

Jibble wins if you want verified punches at zero hardware cost. ClockIt wins when a dedicated ZKTeco or eSSL terminal is the requirement rather than a tablet.

No credit card required · ClockIt is one of the products compared here, and we say plainly below where Jibble is the better choice.

At a glance

 ClockItJibble
Capterra rating4.6 (135)4.8 (1,924)
Starting price$2.99 Per User, Per MonthNot published
Free planFree version availableFree version available
Best forTeams of 10–100 that want a physical clock on the wall as well as an app, without a per-site hardware contract.Cost-sensitive teams that want face-verified punches without buying hardware.
Not forFreelancers billing hours to clients — a solo timer does that job with less setup.Teams that need a dedicated terminal rather than a phone or tablet at the door.

Feature comparison

FeatureClockItJibble
Free planYesYes
Time clock / punch inYesYes
Shared kiosk modeYesYes
Biometric hardwareYesPartialSoftware face recognition on device, not hardware terminals
GPS trackingYesYes
GeofencingYesYes
Shift schedulingYesYes
Shift swapsYes
PTO / leave managementYesYes
Overtime rulesYesYes
Payroll exportYesYes
Offline modeYes
API accessYesYes

“—” means we could not verify that feature for that product, not that it is missing.

What users actually say

The highest-rated and most critical review we found for each product, quoted verbatim.

ClockIt 4.6 / 5 from 135 Capterra reviews

Highest-rated review5.0 / 5

Great time punch application

We really liked that the free version allows for accurate time tracking for those on a budget. Looking at the paid versions you get some serious value for your money. The user interface is smooth and allows for lots of different reporting.

Dylan M., Head of Office Administration · Hospital & Health Care · March 23, 2026 · Capterra

Most critical review4.0 / 5

Good, for 14 days

The process of adding an employee, it would be better to be able to send invitations.

Mostafa Y., Editor-in-Chief · Media Production · October 29, 2024 · Capterra

Jibble 4.8 / 5 from 1,924 Capterra reviews

Highest-rated review5.0 / 5

Simple, Reliable, and Efficient Time Tracking

What I liked most about Jibble is how intuitive and easy it is to use. The interface is clean, making it simple for both employees and managers to track time without a steep learning curve. The clock-in and clock-out process is quick, and the mobile app works reliably, which is especially useful for remote and field teams. I also appreciate the detailed reporting and attendance tracking features, as they make payroll preparation and productivity monitoring much more efficient. Overall, Jibble provides an excellent balance of functionality, ease of use, and value, making time tracking straightforward for teams of all sizes.

Susan P., manager · Retail · August 7, 2026 · Capterra

Most critical review1.0 / 5

Jibble: Efficient and User-Friendly Time Tracking

While the User Access levels are functional, I would appreciate even more granular control over specific permissions for different team roles. Also, the Leave Management module is solid, but navigating the approval workflow took a small learning curve during the first week of setup.

JIHAD A., IT · Import and Export · March 5, 2026 · Capterra

A closer look

ClockIt

ClockIt is an employee time clock and attendance platform that pairs a web and mobile app with physical biometric terminals. It is one of the few products in this category that talks to fingerprint and face terminals directly over the ZKTeco ADMS push protocol, so punches from a wall-mounted device land in the same timesheet as mobile and kiosk punches. Scheduling, leave, overtime rules and payroll-ready exports are included rather than tiered, and there is a free plan you can start on without talking to sales.

Strengths

  • Works with ZKTeco and eSSL biometric terminals over ADMS — most competitors are software-only
  • Scheduling, PTO and overtime rules included rather than gated behind a higher tier
  • Free plan, self-serve signup, no demo call required

Limitations

  • Smaller review base than the category leaders
  • Not built for client billing or invoicing workflows

Available on: Web, Android, iPhone/iPad · Support: Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat


Jibble

Jibble's pitch is a free-forever time clock with facial recognition and GPS, run from a phone or tablet acting as a shared kiosk. The face verification is software running on the device camera rather than a dedicated biometric terminal, which keeps hardware cost at zero and makes it a common pick for small teams that want to stop buddy punching cheaply. Paid tiers add automation, approvals and deeper policy controls.

Strengths

  • Free plan that includes face recognition and GPS
  • No hardware purchase required for verified punches
  • Fast to roll out on devices a team already owns

Limitations

  • Device-camera face recognition is less robust than a dedicated terminal
  • Capterra lists pricing as contact-vendor rather than published

Available on: Web, Android, iPhone/iPad · Support: Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat

Common questions

Is ClockIt or Jibble cheaper?

ClockIt starts at $2.99 Per User, Per Month. Jibble does not publish a starting price. Compare the total for the modules you actually need rather than the headline seat price — several products in this category price the time clock separately from scheduling.

Which has better reviews, ClockIt or Jibble?

On Capterra, ClockIt rates 4.6 from 135 reviews and Jibble rates 4.8 from 1,924 reviews, captured 2026-08-24. Ratings across this category cluster tightly, so review volume tells you more about maturity than quality.

Do ClockIt or Jibble support biometric time clocks?

ClockIt: yes. Jibble: Software face recognition on device, not hardware terminals. ClockIt connects directly to ZKTeco and eSSL fingerprint and face terminals over the ADMS push protocol, so hardware punches land in the same timesheet as app and kiosk punches.

Try ClockIt alongside your shortlist

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