Trackpilots vs EmpMonitor: Free Forever vs 15-Day Trial & Tiered Pricing
EmpMonitor offers detailed monitoring with pricing that drops as your team grows — but it's trial-only with no permanent free plan, and its tiered, team-size-based pricing can be confusing to budget against. Trackpilots gives you a permanently free plan with screenshots and stealth mode for unlimited users, plus a flat $3.99/user/month Starter Pack with no team-size tiers. This page compares every feature.
Trackpilots vs EmpMonitor 2026 — Full Feature Table
A direct comparison across the criteria that matter most for teams evaluating EmpMonitor's tiered pricing against a simpler alternative.
| Feature | Trackpilots | EmpMonitor |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | ✓ Unlimited users — free forever, includes screenshots | ✗ 15-day trial only, then paid |
| Stealth / Invisible Mode | ✓ Built-in (Starter Pack) | ✓ Available |
| Screenshot Monitoring | ✓ Free — every 20 min; 1 min on paid | ✓ Available on paid plans |
| Pricing Model | ✓ Flat $3.99/user/month, any team size | Tiered by team size: $3.00–$4.66/user/month |
| Keystroke Logging | ✗ Not available | ✓ Available |
| Attendance Tracking | ✓ Included on free plan | ✓ Available on paid plans |
| Inactivity Alerts | ✓ Starter Pack | ✓ Available |
| App & Website Tracking | ✓ Included on free plan | ✓ Available on paid plans |
| Linux Support | ✓ Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows 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 EmpMonitor.
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See How Much You Save vs EmpMonitor
Enter your team size to compare monthly cost between Trackpilots and EmpMonitor — all prices in USD.
Trackpilots / month
$39.90
$3.99/user × 10 users
EmpMonitor / month
$46.60
$4.66/user × 10 users
You save / year
$80.40
14% 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 EmpMonitor: Which Fits Your Team?
Large all-Windows deployments (50+ employees)
EmpMonitor's per-user price drops to $3.00/user at 51-200 employees, undercutting Trackpilots at scale on an all-Windows fleet.
Better fit: EmpMonitorMixed-OS teams with macOS or Linux users
EmpMonitor is Windows-only. Trackpilots supports Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Better fit: TrackpilotsTeams that want predictable flat pricing
EmpMonitor's price changes by team size tier; Trackpilots' Starter Pack is a flat $3.99/user/month regardless of headcount.
Better fit: TrackpilotsTeams needing keystroke-level detail
EmpMonitor includes keystroke logging, which Trackpilots does not offer.
Better fit: EmpMonitorWhy Teams Switch from EmpMonitor to Trackpilots
EmpMonitor's trial limit is usually the trigger for switching. Its 15-day free trial is generous compared to some competitors, but it still expires — Trackpilots' free plan with screenshots for unlimited users never does.
Pricing predictability is the next issue. EmpMonitor's per-user cost changes depending on team size — $4.66/user for 1–10 employees, dropping to $3.00/user for 51–200 employees — which makes budgeting and forecasting harder as your team scales. Trackpilots' Starter Pack is a flat $3.99/user/month regardless of team size.
Platform support narrows things further. EmpMonitor is Windows-only, which excludes teams running macOS or Linux devices. Trackpilots supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, covering mixed-OS teams without compromise.
EmpMonitor's strength is granular monitoring — including keystroke logging — at a genuinely low cost for larger teams. If keystroke-level detail and Windows-only deployment fit your needs, EmpMonitor is competitive. For mixed-OS teams that want predictable flat pricing and a real free plan, Trackpilots is the better fit.
Our Verdict
For teams with mixed operating systems and a preference for flat, predictable pricing, Trackpilots is the stronger choice. EmpMonitor's tiered-by-team-size pricing can work in your favor at scale, but only on Windows.
Choose EmpMonitor if you run an all-Windows fleet and want the lowest possible per-user cost at 50+ employees. Choose Trackpilots for cross-platform support and a genuinely free entry tier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EmpMonitor cheaper than Trackpilots?
EmpMonitor's per-user price drops as team size grows — from $4.66/user/month for small teams down to $3.00/user/month for 51–200 employees (annual billing). Trackpilots' free plan beats this for most small teams, and the $3.99/user/month Starter Pack stays competitive without tiered team-size pricing.
Does EmpMonitor have a free plan?
EmpMonitor offers a 15-day free trial, not a permanent free plan. Trackpilots offers a permanently free plan with screenshots and attendance for unlimited users.
Does EmpMonitor offer stealth monitoring?
EmpMonitor markets stealth/invisible tracking as part of its monitoring suite. Trackpilots also includes stealth mode, bundled into its $3.99/user/month Starter Pack alongside a free entry tier EmpMonitor doesn't offer.
What is the best free alternative to EmpMonitor?
Trackpilots is the best free alternative — its free plan never expires and includes screenshots for unlimited users, while EmpMonitor requires payment after its 15-day trial ends.
Does EmpMonitor work on macOS or Linux?
No, EmpMonitor is Windows-only. Trackpilots supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it the better choice for mixed-OS teams.
Is EmpMonitor cheaper at large scale?
Yes — EmpMonitor's per-user price drops to $3.00/user for 51-200 employees on an all-Windows fleet, which can undercut Trackpilots' flat $3.99/user/month rate at that scale.
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