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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.