Grindstone vs Qbserve
Grindstone
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| Figure | Grindstone | Qbserve |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $5/mo | $29/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 5 | 2 |
| Spec score · Time Tracking Software | 8.8 (#9) | 8.1 (#37) |
| Spec score · Time tracking apps | 8.2 (#31) | 7.9 (#38) |
| Data export | Yes | Collected data can be exported to JSON and CSV, and exports can be scheduled to repeat automatically. |
| Desktop app | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Project tracking | Yes | Project time is tracked using rules based on opened web pages, documents, and window titles. |
| Purpose | Grindstone is a free app for keeping track of time spent on work. | Qbserve automatically tracks activity on a Mac and provides productivity feedback and work hour tracking. |
| Security | Grindstone Sync says passwords are secured with encryption, app connections can be revoked, and communications use SSL encryption. | The maker says every release is signed with its Apple-issued developer certificate. |
| Support | Epiforge lists tutorial videos, user manuals, a discussion forum, and specialist support as support options. | The maker provides a Qbserve FAQ and invites users to contact them for help with issues such as database corruption. |
Plans
Grindstone
- Grindstone Sync Cloud$5 a month
- Grindstone Sync Server$10 a month
- GrindstoneFree
- Grindstone Sync Cloud$5 a month
- Grindstone Sync Server$10 a month
In their own words
Grindstone
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