Deputy vs Time Doctor
Deputy
Employee scheduling, time tracking, and payroll add-ons
From$5/mo
LiteVerified Sep 26, 2026
Time Doctor
Time tracking and productivity reporting for distributed and field teams
How they differ
| Feature | Deputy | Time Doctor |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $5/moLite | Check price on vendor site |
| Free plan | Not stated | Not stated |
| Free trial | Not stated | Not stated |
| Payroll | — | |
| Field team management | ||
| Staff scheduling | — | |
| Suits | plumbers, HVAC companies, electricians, roofers, landscapers | plumbers, HVAC companies, electricians, roofers, landscapers |
We don't have a verified price for both Deputy and Time Doctor yet, so we can't chart the cost by team size. Check each vendor's pricing page.
Deputy
Strengths
- Three clear per-user monthly tiers (Lite, Core, Pro)
- 10% discount for annual billing
- Payroll, HR, and messaging add-ons available on top of any tier
Drawbacks
- A $30/month minimum spend applies to every monthly plan
- Payroll and HR are separate paid add-ons, not included in the base tiers
Time Doctor
Strengths
- Detailed activity and productivity reporting for office and dispatch staff
- Payroll-ready hours exports
- Native integrations for HR and payroll systems
Drawbacks
- Screenshot and activity monitoring features can feel invasive to field staff
- Less purpose-built for trades than dedicated field service apps
Frequently asked questions
What do Deputy and Time Doctor have in common?
Both cover field team management.
Which is cheaper, Deputy or Time Doctor?
We can only answer that with prices verified on both vendors' pricing pages, and we don't have that for Time Doctor right now. Check the vendor sites for current prices.