Trackpilots vs Time Champ: Permanently Free Plan vs 7-Day Trial
Time Champ packs in detailed monitoring — including keystroke and audio tracking — but only offers a 7-day free trial before requiring payment, starting at $3.20/user/month. Trackpilots gives you a permanently free plan with screenshots, attendance, and app tracking for unlimited users, plus a clearly defined stealth mode on its $3.99/user/month Starter Pack. This page compares every feature.
Trackpilots vs Time Champ 2026 — Full Feature Table
A direct comparison across the criteria that matter most for budget-conscious teams comparing two affordable monitoring platforms.
| Feature | Trackpilots | Time Champ |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | ✓ Unlimited users — free forever, includes screenshots | ✗ 7-day trial only, then paid |
| Stealth / Invisible Mode | ✓ Built-in (Starter Pack) | Not clearly marketed as a feature |
| Screenshot Monitoring | ✓ Free — every 20 min; 1 min on paid | ✓ Available on Standard plan |
| Paid Plan Price | ✓ $3.99/user/month | $3.20–$6.90/user/month (annual) |
| Keystroke / Audio Monitoring | ✗ Not available | ✓ Available on Standard plan |
| Attendance Tracking | ✓ Included on free plan | ✓ Included on Basic plan |
| Inactivity Alerts | ✓ Starter Pack | Available on paid plans |
| Implementation Fees | ✓ None | Additional per-user setup fee reported |
| Linux Support | ✓ Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS only |
Pricing accurate as of June 2026. Verify current terms on each vendor's website.
Trackpilots in Action
A real look at the dashboard and monitoring features you get free with Trackpilots — no demo request needed to compare against Time Champ.
Automatic attendance summary
Workforce efficiency reporting
See How Much You Save vs Time Champ
Enter your team size to compare monthly cost between Trackpilots and Time Champ — all prices in USD.
Trackpilots / month
$39.90
$3.99/user × 10 users
Time Champ / month
$32.00
$3.20/user × 10 users
You save / year
$0.00
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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 Time Champ: Which Fits Your Team?
Teams wanting the deepest granular monitoring
Time Champ's Standard plan includes keystroke and audio tracking for teams that need maximum detail.
Better fit: Time ChampTeams that want to evaluate without a trial deadline
Time Champ offers only a 7-day trial; Trackpilots' free plan has no expiry.
Better fit: TrackpilotsBudget-conscious teams avoiding setup fees
Some Time Champ deployments report implementation fees on top of licensing; Trackpilots has none.
Better fit: TrackpilotsMixed Windows/macOS/Linux fleets
Time Champ's platform support is narrower; Trackpilots covers Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Better fit: TrackpilotsWhy Teams Switch from Time Champ to Trackpilots
Time Champ's trial limitation is usually what pushes teams to switch. With only a 7-day free trial, teams must commit to a paid plan before fully evaluating the tool against their workflow. Trackpilots' free plan never expires and includes screenshots for unlimited users.
Added costs compound the problem. Some Time Champ deployments report implementation and training fees on top of per-user licensing. Trackpilots has no setup fees — sign up and your team can start tracking immediately.
Stealth capability is murkier too. Time Champ's monitoring is feature-rich (including audio and keystroke tracking on its Standard plan), but a dedicated stealth/invisible mode isn't clearly marketed. Trackpilots' Starter Pack includes a clearly defined stealth mode.
Time Champ's strength is its depth of monitoring detail — audio, keystroke, and live screen viewing — for teams that need the most granular oversight available. If that level of detail is a requirement, Time Champ has it. For teams that want a free, no-trial-limit entry point with clear stealth functionality, Trackpilots is the better fit.
Our Verdict
For teams that want to evaluate and use a monitoring tool without a trial deadline, Trackpilots' permanent free plan is the clear advantage over Time Champ's 7-day trial.
Choose Time Champ if you need the deepest possible monitoring granularity, including keystroke and audio tracking. Choose Trackpilots for a no-pressure free plan and straightforward stealth monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Time Champ have a permanently free plan?
No. Time Champ offers only a 7-day free trial, with paid plans starting at $3.20/user/month (annual billing). Trackpilots offers a permanently free plan with screenshots, attendance, and app tracking for unlimited users.
Does Time Champ offer stealth monitoring?
Time Champ's Standard plan includes invasive tracking features like keystroke and audio monitoring, but stealth/invisible mode isn't a clearly marketed feature. Trackpilots' Starter Pack includes a clear, dedicated stealth mode.
How does Trackpilots pricing compare to Time Champ?
Time Champ's Standard plan (with full monitoring) is $6.90/user/month annual. Trackpilots' Starter Pack is $3.99/user/month with comparable monitoring depth, plus a free entry tier Time Champ doesn't offer.
What is the best free alternative to Time Champ?
Trackpilots is the best free alternative — it offers a permanent free plan with screenshots and attendance, whereas Time Champ requires payment after a short 7-day trial.
Does Time Champ charge extra implementation fees?
Some Time Champ deployments report a per-user implementation and training fee on top of licensing. Trackpilots has no setup fees.
Is Time Champ's monitoring more invasive than Trackpilots?
Time Champ's Standard plan includes audio and keystroke tracking, which is more invasive than Trackpilots' screenshot- and activity-based approach.
Switch to Trackpilots — Free for Your Entire Team
Set up takes under 10 minutes. Unlimited users, screenshot monitoring, attendance tracking, and productivity dashboards — all at a fraction of Time Champ's price. No credit card, no time limit.
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