Trackpilots vs ActivTrak: Free Stealth Monitoring vs Enterprise-Only Pricing
ActivTrak is a well-known workforce analytics platform — but it has no free plan with screenshots, always notifies employees they are being monitored, and prices only in USD starting at $10+/user/month. Trackpilots gives you a completely free plan with screenshot capture, true stealth/invisible mode, and India-friendly pricing at $3.99/user/month. This page compares every feature so you can choose with confidence.
Trackpilots vs ActivTrak 2026 — Full Feature Table
A direct comparison across the criteria that matter most for small and medium business teams, remote workers, and Indian enterprises.
| Feature | Trackpilots | ActivTrak |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan with Screenshots | ✓ Unlimited users — free forever | ✗ No free plan with screenshots |
| Stealth / Invisible Mode | ✓ Built-in (Starter Pack) | ✗ Employees always notified |
| Screenshot Intervals | ✓ Every 1 min (paid) / 20 min (free) | Paid plans only |
| Paid Plan Price | ✓ $3.99/user/month | $10+/user/month (USD only) |
| India / Local Pricing | ✓ ₹399/user/month | ✗ USD only |
| Attendance Tracking | ✓ Included on free plan | Paid plans only |
| Inactivity Alerts | ✓ Starter Pack | Paid plans only |
| App & URL Tracking | ✓ Free plan | ✓ Available |
| Data Retention | 1 yr activity / 3 mo screenshots (paid) | Varies by plan |
| Platforms | ✓ Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS only |
| Setup Time | ✓ Under 5 minutes — self-serve install | Admin console setup — typically 30+ min with IT |
Pricing accurate as of May 2026. Verify current terms on each vendor's website.
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See How Much You Save vs ActivTrak
Enter your team size to compare monthly cost between Trackpilots and ActivTrak — all prices in USD.
Trackpilots / month
$39.90
$3.99/user × 10 users
ActivTrak / month
$83.40
$8.34/user × 10 users
You save / year
$522.00
52% cheaper
Estimates based on publicly listed USD pricing as of May 2026. Trackpilots Free plan (unlimited users, $0) is not included in this calculator — actual savings are higher if any users stay on the free tier.
Trackpilots vs ActivTrak: Which Fits Your Team?
Enterprise HR teams needing workforce analytics
ActivTrak's analytics dashboards and HR integrations are more mature for large enterprise deployments.
Better fit: ActivTrakTeams needing a free plan with screenshots
Trackpilots includes screenshots on its free plan for unlimited users; ActivTrak's free plan does not include screenshots.
Better fit: TrackpilotsBusinesses requiring stealth monitoring
ActivTrak always notifies employees they're monitored. Trackpilots' Starter Pack includes true stealth mode.
Better fit: TrackpilotsMixed Windows/macOS/Linux fleets
ActivTrak supports Windows and macOS only; Trackpilots also supports Linux.
Better fit: TrackpilotsWhy Teams Switch from ActivTrak to Trackpilots
The most common reason teams leave ActivTrak is the absence of a free plan with screenshots. ActivTrak's free tier offers basic activity data but no screenshot monitoring — the feature most managers actually need to verify remote productivity. Trackpilots delivers screenshot capture to unlimited users on its free plan, with no time limit and no credit card required.
The second driver is stealth monitoring. ActivTrak always notifies employees that they are being monitored — there is no invisible or silent mode at any pricing tier. For businesses that need authentic, unfiltered productivity data, this is a dealbreaker. Trackpilots' Starter Pack includes true stealth employee monitoring where the desktop agent runs with no visible system tray icon, giving managers accurate insight without behavioural changes triggered by visible monitoring.
The third reason is pricing. ActivTrak starts at $10+/user/month in USD only — for a 20-person Indian team, that is over ₹16,000/month at current exchange rates. Trackpilots' Starter Pack is priced at ₹399/user/month, making it over 60% cheaper and the dominant choice for BPO firms, IT companies, and growing startups in India.
ActivTrak's strength lies in its workforce analytics dashboards and integrations for enterprise HR teams. If your priority is deep behavioural analytics and workforce planning at scale, ActivTrak has mature tooling for that. For teams that need screenshot-based monitoring, stealth capability, and cost-effective pricing, Trackpilots wins on every dimension.
Our Verdict
Choose Trackpilots if you want a free plan with real screenshot monitoring, true stealth mode, Linux support, and setup in under 5 minutes — all for a fraction of ActivTrak's $10+/user/month starting price. There's no admin console to configure and no IT ticket required: employees install the agent themselves and start appearing in the dashboard within minutes. It's the better fit for SMBs, remote-first teams, and mixed-OS engineering teams that need accurate, unfiltered productivity data without enterprise overhead.
Choose ActivTrak if enterprise workforce analytics and deep HR integrations are your priority — its dashboards and HR-suite integrations are more mature at scale. Choose Trackpilots for everything else.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a free alternative to ActivTrak?
Trackpilots is the top free alternative to ActivTrak with stealth monitoring, screenshot capture, and India pricing starting at $3.99/user. Unlike ActivTrak, Trackpilots offers screenshots on its free plan for unlimited users.
Does ActivTrak have a free plan with screenshots?
No. ActivTrak's free plan does not include screenshot monitoring. Trackpilots offers a completely free plan with screenshot capture every 20 minutes for unlimited users.
Does Trackpilots offer stealth monitoring that ActivTrak lacks?
Yes. Trackpilots' Starter Pack includes true stealth mode — the agent runs invisibly with no system tray icon. ActivTrak always notifies employees they are being monitored, making silent tracking impossible.
How does Trackpilots pricing compare to ActivTrak?
Trackpilots charges $3.99/user/month (₹399/user/month) for its Starter Pack. ActivTrak starts at $10+/user/month in USD only — making Trackpilots over 60% cheaper with India-friendly pricing.
Does ActivTrak work on Linux?
No, ActivTrak supports Windows and macOS only. Trackpilots also supports Linux, making it the better fit for mixed-OS engineering and dev teams.
Is ActivTrak good for enterprise HR teams?
Yes — ActivTrak's workforce analytics dashboards and HR integrations are more mature for large enterprise deployments than Trackpilots' SMB-focused feature set.
Switch to Trackpilots — Free for Your Entire Team
Set up takes under 10 minutes. Unlimited users, screenshot monitoring, attendance tracking, and stealth mode — all at a fraction of ActivTrak's price. No credit card, no time limit.
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