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WakaTime for MacManicTime
Freemium

The app is free and open source; it reports to a WakaTime account.

 Paid

Paid licences, with a free trial available.

macOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Self-hosted
  • Tracks time in apps without a dedicated plugin
  • Automatic tracking with no manual timers
  • Records activity automatically instead of relying on memory
  • Auto-tagging rules for assigning time to projects
  • Needs a WakaTime account and API key
  • Activity data is sent to WakaTime's service
  • Paid licence needed after the trial
  • Team monitoring features may not suit every workplace
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Self-hosted, Hosted service
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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