Lync vs Clockify
Clockify is a powerful general-purpose time tracker that requires manual timers. Lync is built specifically for developers with automatic VS Code integration - no timers needed.
- You code in VS Code and want automatic tracking
- You forget to start and stop timers
- You want language-level coding analytics
- You only need to track coding time
- You want zero-friction productivity tracking
- You need to track all types of work (meetings, email, design)
- You bill clients and need built-in invoicing
- Your team uses Clockify integrations
- You need time tracking across multiple platforms
- You want detailed reports across all work types
Feature Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Clockify automatically track VS Code coding time?
No. Clockify requires you to manually start and stop timers. Lync automatically detects when you start coding in VS Code and records time with zero manual input.
What is the best automatic time tracker for VS Code developers?
Lync is purpose-built for VS Code developers with automatic time tracking, project detection, and language-level analytics. It requires zero manual input and is free forever.
Can Lync replace Clockify for a developer?
If you only need to track coding time in VS Code, yes. Lync automatically captures file-level and language-level data that Clockify cannot track natively. If you also need to track non-coding tasks like meetings or emails, Clockify covers a broader scope.
Is Lync free compared to Clockify?
Both have free tiers, but they differ. Clockify's free tier requires manual timers and lacks developer-specific analytics. Lync is entirely free with automatic tracking, unlimited history, and VS Code-native integration.
Automatic Tracking for Developers
Stop managing timers. Lync automatically detects your VS Code coding sessions, organizes time by project, and generates detailed analytics - with zero manual effort.