Quick Verdict
WorkAuditor provides deeper monitoring - live desktop viewing, chat and email recording, print jobs and USB control - while DeskTime focuses on automatic time tracking and productivity analytics. For businesses that need real visibility into employee activity beyond time tracking, WorkAuditor is the stronger choice.
WorkAuditor vs DeskTime: At a Glance
| WorkAuditor | DeskTime | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $12.99/user/mo (or $8.33/mo billed yearly) | From $6.42/user/mo (annual) |
| Free trial | Free trial available | 14-day free trial |
| Automatic time tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Screen recording | Yes - configurable screenshots | Optional |
| Live desktop viewing | Yes | No |
| Chat monitoring | Yes | No |
| Email & webmail monitoring | Yes | No |
| Print job monitoring | Yes | No |
| USB device control | Yes - track and block | No |
| Website & app blocking | Yes | No |
| Offline monitoring | Yes - auto upload on reconnect | Yes |
| Best for | Full monitoring & data protection | Automatic time tracking & productivity |
Why Teams Choose WorkAuditor
- Complete monitoring: screenshots, live desktop, chat, email, print, USB
- Website and application blocking built in
- Offline monitoring with automatic sync
- Stealth background operation
Where DeskTime Shines
- Very affordable automatic time tracking
- Privacy-first design (private time, screenshot blurring)
- Shift scheduling and absence calendar
- ISO 27001 certified
Frequently Asked Questions
No. DeskTime tracks time, apps and websites, with optional screenshots. It does not record chat conversations, email content, print jobs or USB activity - WorkAuditor covers all of these.
DeskTime's entry plan is cheaper for basic time tracking. However, WorkAuditor includes a complete monitoring stack - chat, email, print, USB, live desktop - that DeskTime does not offer.
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See the full monitoring stack for yourself - screenshots, live desktop, websites, apps, chat, email, USB control and reports. No credit card required.
Start Free Trial* Feature and pricing information based on DeskTime's public website as of August 2026. Verify current details on https://desktime.com.