7 Powerful Time Clocking Methods for
Employees
From free mobile time clocking to enterprise biometric terminals. Compare employee time clocking methods, pricing, and features to find the right solution for employees.
Included Time Clocking Methods
Every Workzoom plan includes multiple time clocking options. No hardware required, start capturing accurate time data immediately.
Mobile App
iOS and Android app with one-tap clock in/out. Perfect for distributed teams and remote workers.
GPS Geo-fencing
Location-verified clock-ins ensure employees are on-site. Configure custom zones per worksite.
Kiosk Mode
Transform any tablet into a shared clocking station. PIN-protected with supervisor override.
Timesheet Entry
Manual time entry for salaried staff, contractors, and employees who need flexible logging.
Compare Time Clocking Methods: Biometric Hardware
Enterprise-grade biometric terminals for fraud-proof attendance. One-time hardware cost, seamless Workzoom integration.
Fingerprint Terminal
Industrial biometric + proximity card reader
- Optical fingerprint scanner (99.8% accuracy)
- Proximity card reader (ISO14443 A/B)
- IP65 weather-rated (-10°C to 50°C)
- Ethernet or WiFi with offline mode
- 1-year full warranty included
Facial Recognition Terminal
AI-powered facial ID with temperature screening
- AI facial recognition with mask support (99.5%)
- Temperature screening (±0.3°C accuracy)
- 10" touchscreen display (800×1280)
- NFC card reader + manual keypad
- 1-year full warranty included
Why Teams Choose Biometric Time Clocking
Eliminate time theft, reduce admin overhead, and ensure labor law compliance across your entire workforce.
Eliminate Time Fraud
Biometric verification prevents buddy punching and time manipulation. Only the employee can clock in,no exceptions.
Real-Time Analytics
Instant visibility into attendance patterns, shift compliance, and labor costing from day one.
Audit Ready
Built-in compliance for labor standards, wage theft prevention, and government reporting requirements.
Enterprise Security
Bank-grade encryption and offline operation ensure your biometric data stays secure and on-premise.
Seamless Integration
Unified data flow from clock to payroll to reporting. One source of truth for all attendance records.
Fast ROI
Recover hardware costs in 6–12 months through reduced payroll admin and fraud prevention alone.
Which Time Clocking Method Works Best?
Choose your team's environment to see how Workzoom adapts to your workflow, from mobile GPS to biometric terminals.
GPS Verified
Your location, confirmed
Enter PIN
Shared tablet, your account
Scan Fingerprint
Unique, secure, instant
Log Hours
Flexible, project-coded
Order Your Biometric Terminals
Complete your order below, or contact us if you have questions about implementation, pricing, or which solution fits your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about time clocking methods, implementation, and pricing.
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Workzoom offers three included time clocking methods at no cost, plus optional biometric hardware for higher-security environments.
Included Methods:
- Mobile app with GPS location-based clock-in (iOS & Android)
- Kiosk mode for shared devices (iPad, laptop, desktop)
- Manual timesheet entry with manager approval
Optional Hardware:
- Fingerprint terminals ($1,195 each)
- Facial recognition terminals ($1,495 each)
Choose based on your workforce needs. Remote teams typically use mobile clocking. Manufacturing and high-security environments benefit from biometric terminals for OSHA-compliant time tracking.
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GPS Geo-Fencing: Employees clock in automatically when they arrive at a designated location using their phone. Ideal for field teams, delivery drivers, and remote workers. No hardware required.
Biometric Clocking: Employees scan their fingerprint or face at a physical terminal. Prevents buddy punching and time theft. Best for offices, manufacturing, healthcare, and high-security industries.
In practice, many organizations use both: GPS for mobile teams and biometric terminals at office entry points.
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It depends on your workforce and industry:
- Remote/Field Teams: Mobile app with GPS
- Office-Based: Kiosk mode or manual entry
- Manufacturing/Warehouse: Biometric terminals (prevent time theft and buddy punching)
- Healthcare: Biometric terminals for compliance
- Multi-Location: Mix of methods (biometric at main office, mobile for field staff)
You can use multiple methods for different departments. Most customers start with mobile clocking and add biometric terminals later. Learn more about Workzoom timekeeping features.
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Yes. The Workzoom mobile app (iOS and Android) allows employees to clock in and out from anywhere. Features include:
- Automatic clock-in when entering designated location (GPS)
- Manual clock-in if GPS unavailable
- Photo timestamp for verification
- Works offline—syncs when connection returns
No setup required. Employees download the app and can start clocking in immediately. See our mobile timekeeping guide for detailed features.
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Biometric clocking verifies identity using unique physical characteristics. This prevents:
- Buddy punching: Only your fingerprint or face can clock you in
- Shared credentials: Can't share a PIN, keycard, or password
- Time manipulation: Creates tamper-proof attendance records
According to SHRM research, time theft is common in manufacturing, warehouses, and unionized environments. Explore Workzoom's time theft prevention features.
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Yes. All three included clocking methods are free:
- Mobile app with GPS
- Kiosk mode
- Manual timesheet entry
Optional biometric terminals start at $1,195. No recurring software fees—hardware is a one-time purchase. Compare pricing and features on our timekeeping pricing page.
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GPS geo-fencing is accurate within 10–30 feet in most urban areas. You define the geo-fence radius (typically 100–500 feet) around your work location.
Employees can manually clock in if GPS signal is temporarily lost (in buildings, tunnels, etc.). For high-accuracy requirements, combine mobile clocking with biometric terminals at entry points. Our biometric systems follow ISO/IEC 19794 biometric data standards.
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Mobile & Kiosk Clocking: Set up in minutes. Employees download the app or bookmark the kiosk page and start clocking in immediately.
Biometric Terminals: Physical installation required (typically 1–2 hours per location). Our team supports the setup process.
Most customers experience zero downtime during implementation. Your existing time tracking continues while new systems are configured. All methods comply with FLSA timekeeping requirements.
Once you've purchased biometric terminals or selected your clocking methods, our implementation team will send you a detailed setup guide with step-by-step instructions, timelines, and support contacts. Contact sales to get your implementation guide.
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No. Biometric hardware is optional. Many organizations run entirely on free mobile and kiosk clocking.
Consider biometric terminals if you need to:
- Prevent time theft in high-turnover roles
- Meet compliance requirements (healthcare, finance)
- Eliminate buddy punching in manufacturing or warehouses
- Maximize security in sensitive environments
You can start with mobile clocking and add biometric terminals later. They work seamlessly together. Learn about all time clocking options.
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Included in your Workzoom subscription: Mobile app, kiosk mode, manual entry—$0.
Optional one-time hardware cost:
- Fingerprint terminal: $1,195
- Facial recognition terminal: $1,495
Example scenarios:
- 100-person team using mobile clocking: $0
- Office with 1 biometric terminal: $1,195
- Multi-site setup (2 biometric + mobile): $2,390 plus mobile for field teams
Most organizations see ROI within 3–6 months through reduced time theft, faster payroll, and better labor costing. View detailed pricing.
