Hubstaff
Things 3
| Feature | Hubstaff | Things 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From $4.99/mo | From $9.99/mo |
| Free Plan | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Best For | remote-team-managers, field-service-companies, agencies, construction-teams | apple-users, gtd-practitioners, individuals, design-lovers |
| Founded | 2012 | 2009 |
| Time Tracking | ✓ | ✗ |
| Gps Tracking | ✓ | ✗ |
| Screenshots | ✓ | ✗ |
| Activity Levels | ✓ | ✗ |
| Payroll | ✓ | ✗ |
| Geofencing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Inbox | ✗ | ✓ |
| Today View | ✗ | ✓ |
| Areas And Projects | ✗ | ✓ |
| Headings | ✗ | ✓ |
| Tags | ✗ | ✓ |
| Quick Entry | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Hubstaff Pros
- GPS and location tracking for field teams
- Automated payroll from tracked hours
- Activity level monitoring
- Geofencing for job sites
✗ Hubstaff Cons
- Can feel invasive to employees
- Screenshot feature raises privacy concerns
- No free plan available
✓ Things 3 Pros
- One-time purchase (no subscription)
- Stunning Apple-native design
- GTD workflow built in
- Keyboard shortcuts and natural language
✗ Things 3 Cons
- Apple ecosystem only
- No collaboration features
- No web version
The Verdict
Hubstaff is built for remote team managers and field service companies, with a focus on time-tracking and gps-tracking. Things 3 targets apple users and gtd practitioners and leads with inbox and today-view.
On pricing, Hubstaff is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $4.99/mo compared to $9.99/mo for Things 3. That $5/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Neither tool offers a free plan, so factor the subscription cost into your decision from the start.
Things 3 edges out on user ratings (4.8 vs 4.3). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Bottom line: Things 3 has a slight overall edge — but if gps and location tracking for field teams matters most to you, Hubstaff may still be the right call.