ActivTrak vs Hubstaff
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Employee Monitoring Software Tools (2026). Last verified June 26, 2026.
The short answer
ActivTrak ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for HR managers and business owners tracking remote and hybrid employee productivity. Top choice for its focus on productivity analytics and strong privacy controls, fostering a trust-based environment.
At a glance
| ActivTrak | Hubstaff | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Employee Monitoring Software Tools (2026) | #3 / The 11 Best Employee Monitoring Software Tools (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 8.8 |
| Best for | Balanced productivity analytics | Time tracking and payroll |
| Pricing | $$ ($10 to $17/user/mo) | $ ($7 to $10/user/mo) |
| HQ | Austin, USA | Fishers, USA |
| Founded | 2012 | 2012 |
ActivTrak
Top choice for its focus on productivity analytics and strong privacy controls, fostering a trust-based environment.
www.activtrak.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Employee Monitoring Software Tools (2026)
Hubstaff
Combines time tracking, GPS, and payroll, making it perfect for managing distributed and field teams.
hubstaff.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Employee Monitoring Software Tools (2026)
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