When comparing Desktop Task Timer vs Time Doctor, the Slant community recommends Time Doctor for most people. In the question“What are the best time tracking apps for freelancers?” Time Doctor is ranked 18th while Desktop Task Timer is ranked 19th. The most important reason people chose Time Doctor is:
Time Doctor is accurate in tracking time and helps save a lot because of accurate time records. Also the alerts help to focus on the tasks and stay productive.
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Pros
Pro Light version available
There is a cheaper light version available for those that don't need the full functionality of the app or would like to try it out without spending the more money on the more expensive version.
Pro Export time to CSV
Users can export CSV files from the app to use for billing, etc. Though this does require the non light version.
Pro An internet connection isn't required
Due to the app having no cloud sync there is no need to have an internet connection for the app to run. Everything it does is local to the device.
Pro Sync time across devices using a shared folder
While not necessarily the easiest of options (really more a work around to the apps limited functionality) users can sync the apps files to a shared folder or cloud storage folder in order to have sync'd time across Mac's.
Pro Accurate time tracking
Time Doctor is accurate in tracking time and helps save a lot because of accurate time records. Also the alerts help to focus on the tasks and stay productive.
Pro Weekly time worked report
Pro Time report
You can track time spent on different tasks and compare them
Pro Possibility to edit time
Cons
Con Only available for OSX
Can only be used on OSX devices, which is pretty limiting for those that use multiple OS's.
Con Cannot edit time from desktop app
It'd be good if edit time functionality is added in the desktop. At present one has to edit time via web app.