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    ClockShark

    GPS timesheets for field crews (construction, landscaping), with location tracking and base-plus-per-user billing.

    ToolTrim verdict3.7/ 5Average
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    About

    Understanding ClockShark.

    ClockShark tracks field crew time with GPS location, on-site arrival photos and direct payroll export. Billing combines a base fee with a per-active-user price, prorated for the days each user is active.

    Practical uses

    • Track real-time hours of teams on job sites.
    • Bill clients beyond set hourly amounts.
    • Manage payroll and export directly to QuickBooks.

    Features & use cases

    Time tracking

    Pros and cons

    What ClockShark does especially well and the limits to anticipate.

    Pros

    • Reliable GPS geolocation and precise geofencing.
    • Easy to set up and use for field teams.
    • Transparent, affordable pricing.
    • Native QuickBooks payroll integration.
    • High ratings (4.7/5 from 1822 reviews).

    Cons

    • Some users report GPS inaccuracies.
    • Occasional mobile app glitches.
    • Fewer features than Clockify for advanced reporting.

    ClockShark: when it makes sense.

    ClockShark is ideal for service companies with mobile teams; for office-only or simple timesheet, other tools suffice.

    Keep if

    You manage field teams (construction, services).. You need GPS location tracking to verify presence.

    ClockShark becomes worthwhile when
    • You use it at least once a week
    • The monthly cost ($45) is small next to the time it saves you

    Challenge if

    Your team works entirely from office.. You're looking for timesheet-only tool.

    ClockShark becomes too expensive when
    • You use it less than once a month
    • A simple free version or a tool already in your stack would do

    How much does ClockShark cost?

    Standard (1 utilisateur)$45/mo

    Standard: $40/month + $9/user/month. Pro: $60/month + $11/user/month.

    Official pricing sourceverified on

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    ClockShark Summary

    Category
    productivity tool.
    Price from
    $45/mo (Standard (1 utilisateur)).
    Best for
    Field crews (construction, landscaping, cleaning) of 3+ people wanting reliable GPS tracking and direct payroll export, calculating the total base-plus-users cost.
    Avoid if
    Your team works entirely from office.; You're looking for timesheet-only tool..
    ToolTrim verdict
    ClockShark is ideal for service companies with mobile teams; for office-only or simple timesheet, other tools suffice.

    Our verdict on ClockShark.

    Why this verdict

    Average

    ClockShark is fairly easy to replace with an alternative, no free tier to test before paying, clearly documented use cases.

    Tool FAQ

    Frequently asked questions about ClockShark

    Pricing, usage, alternatives, and context: useful answers before adding one more tool to your stack.

    What is ClockShark used for?

    GPS timesheets for field crews (construction, landscaping), with location tracking and base-plus-per-user billing.

    How much does ClockShark cost?

    ClockShark costs €45/month (Standard (1 user) plan). Price verified on 2026-06-27.

    Is ClockShark suitable for beginners?

    Field crews (construction, landscaping, cleaning) of 3+ people wanting reliable GPS tracking and direct payroll export, calculating the total base-plus-users cost.

    Is ClockShark worth the price?

    ClockShark is ideal for service companies with mobile teams; for office-only or simple timesheet, other tools suffice.

    What are the best alternatives to ClockShark?

    No direct alternative listed.