Synopsis of the App: Toggl is a simple time tracker for work.
Price and Platform: Free. Apple, Android, Web.
RDN Score: 4/5
Pros
- User-friendly, simple design from tracking to reports and dashboard viewing.
- Easily start tracking time with a single screen tap or voice command.
- Break down time entries, hours by project, client or task.
- Create project folders and categorize tracked time to stay organized.
- Split projects and tasks by what is billable by the week, month or year.
- Review time reports detailing work and export as a PDF or other file type.
- Seamlessly add calendar events as automatic time entries.
- Toggl automatically generates and saves summary reports complete with easy-to-review pie charts.
- Includes integration with calendars, alerts for estimates, tasks, project dashboards and billable rates and project time estimates.
- Set preferences for a 24- or 12-hour clock, first day of the week and date format.
- Syncs across iOS, Android and Windows devices from the tablet, laptop and phone.
- Option to use manual mode to add data manually versus doing it in real time.
- Enable smart alerts for reminders to stop tracking during idle times.
- Includes a generous free plan, plus a 30-day free trial for the premium version.
Cons
- Doesn’t include an invoicing feature, which may force users to default to a more comprehensive tracker.
- No provisions for tracking leisure time.
- Toggl offers different features from the mobile to web apps, which can be a limitation for some users.
Bottom Line: Ideal for freelancers or to use with a team, Toggl shines in its simplicity and ability to be everywhere.
Marisa Moore, MBA, RDN, LD, is based in Atlanta and specializes in culinary nutrition, communications and consulting. She blogs at marisamoore.com. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.
