1. When I Work
When I Work · Minneapolis · Attendance & time tracking · 4.3/5
Employee scheduling and time clock.
₹200/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹50/mo higher (₹200/mo vs ₹150/mo)
Attendance & time tracking · Alternatives
Best Truein alternatives in India (2026)
Truein is an attendance & time tracking product from Truein, Pune, priced at ₹150/mo. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 2 have a free plan, 5 are built in India, and 3 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Truein are When I Work (₹200/mo), EmpMonitor (₹400/mo), Deputy (₹400/mo), Timetec (₹100/mo) and TimeTrack by WebHR (₹200/mo). Jibble is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹48/month.
Why businesses look for a Truein alternative
There is no free plan
Truein has no free tier. 2 alternatives do, which lets you test with real data before you pay.
Cost
Truein starts at ₹150/mo. 3 alternatives start lower or have a free plan.
Truein alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Truein's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Truein (current) | ₹150/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | — |
| 1 | When I Work | ₹200/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 2 |  EmpMonitor | ₹400/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 3 |  Deputy | ₹400/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 4 |  Timetec | ₹100/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 5 |  TimeTrack by WebHR | ₹200/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 6 |  Buddy Punch | ₹400/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 7 |  Hubstaff | ₹600/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  Jibble | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.6/5 | vs Truein |
| 9 |  Time Doctor | ₹600/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 10 |  Timeero | ₹300/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 11 |  Zoho People Attendance | ₹48/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.8/5 | vs Truein |
| 12 |  TeamSense | ₹300/mo | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 13 |  We360.ai | ₹500/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 14 |  Keka Attendance | ₹6,999/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | vs Truein |
| 15 |  TSheets (QuickBooks Time) | ₹800/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 16 |  Insightful | ₹600/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 17 |  Zoho Workerly | ₹700/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 18 |  Timely | ₹900/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 19 |  Teramind | ₹1,000/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 20 |  Kickidler | ₹900/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 |
Top 10 Truein alternatives in detail
2. EmpMonitor
EmpMonitor · Bengaluru · Attendance & time tracking · 4.4/5
Employee monitoring software built in India.
₹400/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹250/mo higher (₹400/mo vs ₹150/mo)
₹400/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹250/mo higher (₹400/mo vs ₹150/mo)
4. Timetec
TimeTec · Kuala Lumpur · Attendance & time tracking · 4.2/5
Cloud attendance and scheduling.
₹100/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹50/mo cheaper (₹100/mo vs ₹150/mo)
5. TimeTrack by WebHR
WebHR · Newark · Attendance & time tracking · 4.2/5
HR with attendance and time tracking.
₹200/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹50/mo higher (₹200/mo vs ₹150/mo)
₹400/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹250/mo higher (₹400/mo vs ₹150/mo)
7. Hubstaff
Hubstaff · Indianapolis · Attendance & time tracking · 4.4/5
Time tracking with GPS and activity levels.
₹600/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹450/mo higher (₹600/mo vs ₹150/mo)
8. Jibble
Jibble · Kuala Lumpur · Attendance & time tracking · 4.6/5
Free time and attendance with face recognition.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with Truein
- Has a free plan — Truein does not
9. Time Doctor
Time Doctor · Las Vegas · Attendance & time tracking · 4.4/5
Employee time tracking and productivity.
₹600/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹450/mo higher (₹600/mo vs ₹150/mo)
₹300/mo
Free trial
Compared with Truein
- Starts ₹150/mo higher (₹300/mo vs ₹150/mo)
Truein alternatives by what you need
Cheaper than Truein
Free Truein alternatives
Indian alternatives to Truein
How to choose a Truein alternative
- Match the capture method to the workforce: factories need devices, field teams need GPS with selfie, offices often need nothing more than Wi-Fi or app check-in.
- Check device compatibility and cloud push — many Indian biometric devices need a specific integration.
- Confirm shift rules for your state's Shops & Establishments or Factories Act requirements.
Truein alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Truein in 2026?+
The closest matches to Truein on App Advisor are When I Work (₹200/mo), EmpMonitor (₹400/mo), Deputy (₹400/mo). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Truein, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Truein?+
Yes. 2 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Jibble (Free plan), Zoho People Attendance (₹48/mo). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to Truein?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Zoho People Attendance starts lowest at ₹48/mo, compared with ₹150/mo for Truein. Jibble also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to Truein?+
Yes. 5 alternatives are built in India, including EmpMonitor (₹400/mo), Zoho People Attendance (₹48/mo), We360.ai (₹500/mo). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Truein vs When I Work: which is better?+
When I Work is the closest match to Truein in our catalogue. Key differences: Starts ₹50/mo higher (₹200/mo vs ₹150/mo). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Truein alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in attendance & time tracking or a category Truein also covers, and Truein's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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