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Workforce time and attendance tracking software for payroll accuracy.

Our take: NOVAtime is a mature, enterprise-grade workforce management suite covering timekeeping, automated scheduling, leave management, and payroll integration.

Best forHR teams
ReviewedPricing: Paid
6.6 out of 105 criteria · see breakdown
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The bottom line

A feature-rich, enterprise-ready time-and-attendance platform with 300+ payroll integrations — best evaluated via a sales quote.

Our score

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Capterra
3.9 out of 5
40+ reviews

3.9 / 5 aggregate · across 1 source

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What it is, and why we rate it

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What it really isNOVAtime — enterprise workforce time, attendance, and scheduling platform (now under Honeywell Building Automation).
Our takeNOVAtime is a mature, enterprise-grade workforce management suite covering timekeeping, automated scheduling, leave management, and payroll integration.
It is squarely an HR/Time & Attendance platform. Pricing is also wrong: the listed $19/user/month is unverified; the product uses custom, quote-based pricing with no publicly posted tiers. No public trial is offered.
Why we rate itNOVAtime (now Honeywell) earns its reputation through deep payroll integrations, flexible data-collection methods (biometrics, mobile, web, physical clocks), and enterprise-grade reporting.
The tradeoff is opaque pricing and a heavier implementation lift.
The catchNo public pricing and no self-serve trial; sales-led process adds friction.
The original novatime.net domain is parked, so the product now lives under Honeywell's building automation portfolio, which can confuse buyers.

Best / not good for

Best for
  • Multi-location enterprises needing accurate payroll time data
  • HR teams requiring complex shift scheduling and leave management
  • Organizations already using major ERP/payroll platforms (UKG, Sage, QuickBooks, Paychex)
Not good for
  • Small businesses or startups that need transparent self-serve pricing
  • Teams looking for a quick free trial before committing
  • Simple project time-tracking without scheduling complexity
Trade-offs

Friction report

Trade-offs to know before signing up.

  1. Time to value
    Slow: sales-led quoting process, custom implementation, and hardware/clock setup before staff can clock in.
  2. Scale breakpoint
    Per-seat costs and implementation fees compound at high headcount; analytics and compliance features require Enterprise tier.
  3. Walled garden
    Moderate: 300+ integrations ease payroll exports, but workflow configuration and report templates are platform-specific.
Still a fit?
If none of these block you, try it on the official site.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does this time and attendance software track employee hours and manage schedules?

It tracks clock-in/out times, manages schedules, handles overtime calculations, and integrates with payroll systems.

Can businesses manage employee time and attendance with this workforce solution?

Yes, businesses can manage employee time tracking, attendance records, shift scheduling, and labor law compliance through a workforce management platform designed to streamline HR operations.

How do I track employee time and attendance, and manage leave with NovaTime?

NovaTime tracks employee attendance, manages leave, and generates reports for accurate workforce management.

Can I integrate biometric clocks with the mobile app to automate employee time tracking and prevent buddy punching?

Biometric clock integration with mobile apps automates employee time tracking, preventing buddy punching and ensuring accurate payroll data.

What AI features does this platform offer for generating marketing copy and content?

The platform provides AI-generated marketing copy, campaign content, and contextual suggestions to enhance digital strategies.

Alternatives

  • Step up

    UKG Workforce Central for full HCM suite with talent management.

  • Lighter alternative

    Clockify or When I Work for simpler, self-serve time tracking with transparent pricing.

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