Comparison · Employee Monitoring Software
Considering Switching from Hubstaff?
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Scroll down to see exactly how EmpMonitor compares to Hubstaff in terms of features, pricing, and value for your team.
Hubstaff vs EmpMonitor, At a Glance
Understand what each tool offers before diving into the detailed comparison.
Add-on heavy pricing makes scaling expensive and complex
Hubstaff is an employee monitoring tool designed for detailed activity tracking, time tracking, and timesheet management. While popular with remote teams, its heavy reliance on paid add-ons for key features can make it intrusive and difficult to scale without surprise charges.
- Keystroke monitoring not available at any plan tier
- No built-in HRMS, USB blocking, or web app blocking
- Stealth mode only available as a paid Silent App add-on
- VIP support costs $29–$59/month extra on lower plans
More features, lower cost, no hidden add-ons, ever
EmpMonitor delivers monitoring, productivity tracking, and security controls in one platform, starting at $3.00/user/month. Every plan includes keystroke tracking, HRMS, USB blocking, stealth mode, and VIP support, with no extra charges to unlock core features.
- Keystroke monitoring, HRMS & USB blocking included in every plan
- Stealth mode & live screencasting built in, no add-ons required
- On-premise / self-hosted deployment option available
- 15-day free trial with full access, no credit card required
Why EmpMonitor Is A Stronger Alternative To Hubstaff
No hidden add-ons, no surprise charges, just the tools you need to manage and optimize your team's productivity.
| Feature | EmpMonitor WINNER | Hubstaff |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Time Tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| URL & App Tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Real-Time Dashboard | ✓ | ✓ |
| Idle Time Tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Productivity Calculation | ✓ | Insights add-on required |
| Automated Screenshots | ✓ | Limited on Starter; add-on for higher frequency |
| Attendance Tracking | ✓ | Team plan only |
| Shift Scheduling | ✓ All plans | Team plan only |
| Keystroke Monitoring | ✓ All plans | ✗ Not available |
| HRMS | ✓ All plans | ✗ Not available |
| Custom Reports | ✓ All plans | Higher plans only |
| USB Detection & Blocking | ✓ All plans | ✗ Not available |
| Web App Blocking | ✓ All plans | ✗ Not listed |
| Stealth / Un-stealth Mode | ✓ All plans | Silent App, paid add-on |
| Multiple Roles & Permissions | ✓ | ✓ |
| Offline / Idle Time Approval | ✓ All plans | ✗ Not listed |
| Private Time Option | ✓ All plans | ✗ Not listed |
| Alerts & Auto Email Reports | ✓ All plans | Insights add-on required |
| Personalized Onboarding | ✓ All plans | Enterprise only |
| VIP Support | ✓ All plans | Paid add-on $29–$59/mo |
| Live Screencasting & Recording | ✓ | ✗ Not available |
| Project Management | ✓ | Tasks, paid add-on |
| Self-Hosted / On-Premise Option | ✓ | ✗ Not available |
| Extended Data Retention | ✓ | Paid add-on |
| Free Trial | ✓ 15 days, full access | 14 days |
| Starting Price (annual billing) | $3.00/user/monthFull features included from day one | $4.99/seat/month+ multiple add-ons for core features |
Why Did Customers Switch From Hubstaff To EmpMonitor?
Three pillars that make EmpMonitor the smarter long-term choice for growing teams.
- Keystroke monitoring, HRMS, USB detection & blocking, shift scheduling, custom reports, web app blocking, stealth mode, all plans, no add-ons
- Hubstaff lists productivity insights, project management, silent app, extra screenshots, and VIP support as separate paid add-ons
- Live Screencasting & Recording provides real-time visibility across your team, not available in Hubstaff at any tier
- Offline & idle time approval plus private time option built in, no extra configuration required
- Personalized onboarding and VIP support included across Bronze, Silver & Gold plans, not just Enterprise
- Hubstaff's dedicated account representative and concierge setup are Enterprise-only ($25/seat/month); VIP support costs $29–$59/month extra on lower plans
- Operational across 100+ countries with guided onboarding to get your team up in under 15 minutes
- 15-day free trial with full feature access, no credit card, no locked features
- GDPR compliant with continuous monitoring to identify unusual or high-risk behavior before threats become breaches
- Syslog export supports SIEM, IDS/IPS integration; REST API & Active Directory included for security orchestration
- Self-hosted, on-premise deployment for organizations with strict data residency or compliance requirements
- USB monitoring & blocking available in all plans, no separate add-on required
Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Add-Ons
Every plan includes full feature access. Scale up without surprise charges.
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Built for every sector
From BPOs to law firms, EmpMonitor adapts to your industry's compliance and monitoring needs.
Monitor across Linux, Mac, and Windows. Track time on repos, tickets, and code reviews without any platform gaps.
Measure agent handle time, app usage, and break adherence. Generate compliance-ready reports for every shift with no manual effort.
Track billable hours precisely across matters. Ensure confidential data stays within approved applications only.
Monitor regulated workflows, flag policy violations, and maintain audit trails without compromising patient data privacy.
Use Field Force Management and GPS tracking to keep tabs on your ground teams alongside in-office staff in one dashboard.
Maintain full visibility across distributed teams. EmpMonitor works identically whether your team is at home, in the office, or anywhere else.
What Businesses Experience With EmpMonitor
We switched from Hubstaff after realizing we were paying for at least 3 add-ons just to get basic monitoring features. EmpMonitor gave us everything, keystroke tracking, live screen view, stealth mode, all in one plan. Our team visibility has never been better.
Hubstaff kept charging us more every time we needed a new feature. EmpMonitor changed that completely. The real-time dashboard, automated reports, and productivity insights are all included. It's transformed how we manage our remote workforce.
After comparing both tools side by side, EmpMonitor was the clear winner. We got HRMS, USB blocking, and on-premise deployment that Hubstaff simply doesn't offer. Our IT and HR teams are both happier, and we're spending less per user.
