Buddy Punch

Easy to Use and Affordable Employee Time Clock Software

Free Trial

Description

Buddy Punch streamlines employee time tracking, payroll, and workforce scheduling with an easy-to-use, cloud-based platform. Designed primarily for U.S. businesses with hourly workers, it provides real-time visibility into attendance, payroll automation, and location-aware punching through GPS and geofencing.

The platform also simplifies complex tasks such as PTO accrual, compliance with break and overtime laws, and generating reports for payroll providers. With integrations to popular payroll solutions and intuitive mobile access, Buddy Punch helps businesses save time, reduce labor costs, and ensure accountability across remote, on-site, or field teams.

Key Features

Time Tracking: Track employee hours and overtime from any location
Employee Scheduling: Create and manage employee schedules with a drag-and-drop builder
Payroll: Automate payroll and sync with leading payroll providers
Attendance Tracking: Monitor late arrivals, early outs, and missed shifts
PTO Tracking: Automate accruals, manage time off requests, and include PTO in payroll
GPS Tracking: Capture employee locations during clock-in and out for accountability
Geofencing: Restrict punch-ins to specific, approved GPS locations
Photos on Punch: Require employee selfies at clock-in/out for verification
Mobile Apps: Allow staff to clock in and manage schedules via iOS or Android devices
Facial Recognition: Use biometric verification for time clock kiosks
Reports: Generate detailed time, attendance, and payroll reports
Integrations: Connect with payroll and accounting tools like QuickBooks, ADP, Gusto
Job Costing: Track hours and labor costs by job, department, or project
Break Tracking: Enforce and document compliance with break rules

Use Cases

Time tracking for field service teams
Managing hourly employees in construction
Scheduling shifts for healthcare staff
Processing payroll for small businesses
Automating PTO tracking and approvals
Ensuring compliance with labor regulations
Monitoring remote and office employee attendance
Tracking hours and job costing for professional services

Frequently Asked Questions

How are the plans different?

Plans differ mainly in the features offered. The Starter plan provides essential time tracking, Pro adds advanced workforce management tools like scheduling and geofencing, while Enterprise includes API access, dedicated support, and real-time GPS.

Are there any additional fees beyond the monthly or annual cost?

Each plan charges a base fee plus a per user fee, billed monthly or annually. There are no setup, termination, or hidden fees.

How does the free trial work?

You can try all features for free for 14 days with no credit card required. After the trial, payment is required to continue using the service.

How is employee count determined for billing?

Only active employees and managers count toward your billing total. Administrators are free and do not incur additional charges.

Can I change or cancel my plan at any time?

You can upgrade plans, adjust employee count, or cancel your subscription at any time via your account billing settings.