# SmartBarrel Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra > With the help of Capterra, learn about SmartBarrel Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other Time Clock products and more. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/240070/SmartBarrel --- # SmartBarrel Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on March 13, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. Independent research methodology Capterra’s researchers use a mix of verified reviews, independent research and objective methodologies to bring you selection and ranking information you can trust. While we may earn a referral fee when you visit a provider through our links or speak to an advisor, this has no influence on our research or methodology. 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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/resources/how-we-ensure-transparency/) [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Integrations](#integrations)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) SmartBarrel ## What is SmartBarrel? SmartBarrel is a no-fraud, no bullsh\*t, excuse-free, and easy-to-use time-tracking solution for contractors. Our innovative hardware and software solution uses AI-powered biometric facial verification to verify employees, providing accurate and reliable data while eliminating errors, payroll disputes, and compliance issues. The platform provides real-time check-in/check-out data for employee hours to keep payroll and job costing on track, giving contractors the ability to automate labor hour collection, verify headcount, control access, ensure safety and productivity, and access relevant insights and data. ## What is SmartBarrel used for? [Time Clock](https://www.capterra.com/time-clock-software/) Top alternative Featured Overall rating Based on 14 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive \- Neutral \- Negative \- Contact vendor for pricing Free trial available Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Do you work for SmartBarrel?[Manage this product listing](https://digitalmarkets.gartner.com/get-listed/claim-bx?url=http://SmartBarrel.io&name=SmartBarrel) ## Compare with a popular alternative Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status. ### SmartBarrel 4.9 (14) VS. [4.6 (5,060)](https://www.capterra.com/p/153140/Connecteam/reviews/) Starting Price Contact vendor Starting Price $29 Flat Rate, Per Month Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.8 (14) Ease Of Use 4.7 (5,060) Value For Money 4.8 (13) Value For Money 4.5 (4,825) Customer Service 5.0 (14) Customer Service 4.6 (4,842) ## SmartBarrel alternatives Highest Rated [4.9 (4,616)](https://www.capterra.com/p/172127/Rippling/reviews/) Starting price $8.00 Per User, Per Month [4.8 (1,124)](https://www.capterra.com/p/134003/Buddy-Punch/reviews/) Starting price $4.49 Per User, Per Month [4.4 (1,190)](https://www.capterra.com/p/130949/Paycom/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing [4.3 (3,033)](https://www.capterra.com/p/133745/Paycor-Perform/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/240070/SmartBarrel/alternatives/) ## Features Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically. Timesheet Management 5.0 (10) 90.00% of 10 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track the amount of time spent on a job or task Attendance Tracking 5.0 (8) 87.50% of 8 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track the attendance of specific individuals or groups Employee Time Tracking 5.0 (7) 100.00% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Track and measure time worked for employees Mobile Access 4.0 (6) 50.00% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Access software remotely via mobile devices Punch card 4.8 (4) 50.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Clock in and out online or with a card Real-Time Reporting 4.8 (4) 100.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Active reporting of data and metrics SmartBarrel 20 features Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval Track the attendance of specific individuals or groups Automate recording of time to reduce human error Facial or other physical recognition to confirm identity Track employees' arrival and departure timings for payroll purposes Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Alter the layout and content of reports Track employee schedules, availability, and performance across projects and tasks Track and measure time worked for employees Virtual perimeter for a real-world geographic area Report on the allocation and distribution of labor costs across projects Access software remotely via mobile devices Manage and record overtime hours for hourly employees Measure time to completion or hours worked for projects Clock in and out online or with a card Active reporting of data and metrics Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Track the amount of time spent on a job or task Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Features 4.6 (14) 4.6 Based on 14 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.8 (13) ### Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Free trial available Value for money 4.8 (13) 4.8 Based on 13 reviews ## Integrations [ Procore](https://www.capterra.com/p/56250/Procore/)[ FOUNDATION](https://www.capterra.com/p/2032/FOUNDATION/)[ CMiC](https://www.capterra.com/p/39271/CMiC/)[ Viewpoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/221286/Viewpoint/) Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. Our team has helped 1 million+ businesses like yours find options that fit their needs. ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 5.0 (14) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 5.0 (14) 5.0 Based on 14 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.9 Based on 14 reviews Filter by rating 5(12) 4(2) 3(0) 2(0) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent BB Bernadette B. Project Administrator Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing ### "These guys make payroll a breeze!" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 9, 2025 I have rolled out plenty of new platforms and systems, by far Smart Barrels support surpasses all others I have worked with. Honestly, I feel very well trained and fully confident to take the training wheels off and fully transition to smart barrel. I’m extremely satisfied and would recommend this service to anyone looking for an all in one payroll software. Pros I like how many bulk actions there are. I have 362 people on payroll, so being able to approve time in like 10 min the following morning is great. My onboarding specialist \[sensitive content hidden\] and my account rep \[sensitive content hidden\] are seriously the best and have been so dedicated to supporting me through all my set up issues and concerns. Cons We struggled with getting the web app to work on kiosk mode with in the building, but the Smart Barrel Kiosks work great and haven’t had any issues since day 1. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor July 14, 2025 Thank you so much for the kind words, Bernadette! We’re thrilled to hear that SmartBarrel has made bulk payroll actions and approvals a breeze for your team. It means a lot to know our onboarding and support teams helped you feel confident making the switch. We’re lucky to have users like you in our corner! MK Mike K. Product Implementation Construction ### "Smartbarrel Review " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 1, 2025 A great experience and partnership so far. The team has provided top notch customer service! From the beginning there were great features that our team was looking for, geofencing, facial recognition and accurate time stamps. Since then they have added many more features and continue to add more. We have built a great relationship with the team and look forward to continuing with SmartBarrel. Pros Great customer service Suggestions implemented Desktop and IPad Facial recognition Time Stamps Geofencing Custom Rules Continuing Improvements Cons Some features were not there in the beginning but the team worked hard to implement them. They have added new features and are continuing to add. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor July 3, 2025 Thank you for being a great partner, Mike. Working with your team's feedback has allowed us to continue to raise the bar with new features that grow our ability to be helpful to you and the rest of our users! SP Sabrina P. Business Development Manager Construction ### "JGR Construction" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 1, 2025 Great experience, \[sensitive content hidden\] are extremely helpful and open to feedback which has only made the product continuously improve. Pros The communication between our team on the job site and our accounting department in the office, which does the weekly payroll. Cons SmartBarrel overall does a great job at facilitating communication between the job site and our office payroll team. Our team is pleased with the product and has no negative feedback to provide. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor July 3, 2025 Communication is Key! Improving visibility and communication across teams and organizations is one of our primary goals for all of our customers. Please keep the feedback coming Sabrina, it’s the not so secret ingredient to our success! BH Brady H. Tech Integrator Construction ### "SmartBarrel Review" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 June 30, 2025 We have had a great experience with SmartBarrel. Anytime we run into issues, I am able to contact the team and get answers/solutions fairly fast. Pros I love how easy it has made things on our payroll team as well as our supervisors. Has streamlined multiple positions. Cons I would say my least favorite thing is how new it is, although this comes with benefits as well. I just think it is lacking in some basic interface areas. The initial dashboard I think is too cluttered. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor July 3, 2025 We love you back, Brady! We are so glad to hear that we have made an impact across multiple teams and processes. Thank you for the feedback on the user experience and layout within the system. We are going to reach out to get more specifics from you! CP Cameron P. Project Controls Analyst Chemicals ### "Great Construction Time Management Software" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 June 30, 2025 My overall experience with SmartBarrel was positive. The platform was user-friendly and practical, helping to streamline key job site processes and contributing to more efficient and productive work cycles. Pros SmartBarrel’s team consistently delivers outstanding customer service, marked by responsiveness, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to supporting their clients. They take the time to understand each client’s unique needs and tailor their approach to ensure solutions are both effective and user-friendly. Communication is clear and proactive, and any issues are addressed promptly with care and attention to detail. Their deep industry knowledge and willingness to listen make them a true partner rather than just a vendor. Working with SmartBarrel’s staff has been a positive experience that has added real value to our operations and helped us work more efficiently. Cons The system was effective overall, though we occasionally experienced minor SMS-related errors. These were infrequent and typically resolved quickly, but streamlining that functionality further could enhance the user experience. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor July 3, 2025 We're thankful for your partnership, Cameron! We consider being born on the jobsite and truly putting users first as foundational to our operation. Thank you for bringing the SMS issues to our attention, the team is constantly exploring how to prepare for all of the different scenarios we could run into when it comes to SMS messaging on jobsites. RW Raquel W. Project Controls Analyst Oil & Energy ### "The Future of Timekeeping. Simplified." 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 June 30, 2025 SmartBarrel has continually adapted to meet our changing requirements. Their support line is quick bilingual and always ready to assist. Pros Smart. Seamless. Future-Ready tracking. Removing handwritten and excel timecards from our field has improved communications and saved so much time! Cons Turnaround time on some request, it's refreshing that everything is doable. However, the turnaround time could be improved. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor July 3, 2025 Great to hear that we have hit the target of knocking out handwritten and excel timesheets. We appreciate the opportunity to improve our ability to quickly develop feature to meet your requests. JZ julio z. VP Supply chain Construction ### "SmartBarrel implementation " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 June 30, 2025 My overall experience during and after implementation was excellent. The support provided by the entire team, from senior management to tech support was second to none. Pros What I like the most about SmartBarrel is that it's truly a user friendly software. Enhanced by powerful tools that allows you to manage/view multiple projects at a high level. Cons There's really nothing I didn't like, it's more of an enhancement that will allow access to end-user when having to add a third party subcontractor to an existing project. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor July 3, 2025 Thank you for the kind words Julio! We're so fortunate to have partners like you who have worked with us to make our product the powerful tool it is today. Thank you as well for the feedback about third party subcontractor capability. We are working hard to take our third party subcontractor capabilities to the next level as we speak. SH Stefania H. Payroll Administrator Construction ### "Very happy with SmartBarrel!" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 September 11, 2024 Very positive. Service has been excellent. The software is ever evolving and its for the better. They are constantly adding new features which make sense and are well thought out. Their programmers/ QC seem competent and always fix challenges in a very acceptable amount of time. Pros The customer service is excellent. The team is friendly and helpful. I've met and spoken with several SmartBarrel employees and they have all been attentive and prompt. We have asked for a lot of changes and every single one of them has been met with enthusiasm for customizing the software to our needs. Cons V1 of SmartBarrel was quite slow. It has been resolved now with V2. Switched from [Procore](https://www.capterra.com/p/56250/Procore/) as far as i know it was not meeting our needs for tracking time Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. BE Bill E. Regional Manager - New Mexico Construction ### "SmartBarrel is a must have!" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 July 8, 2024 Experience has overall been great, I really wish I would have started using it sooner. Pros Time tracking features and comparing with our current time entry system. Cons Need to work out minor bugs, photos being blurry and some intermittent barrel issues that require rebooting. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. JF Jonathan F. Senior Superintendent Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing ### "Timekeeping at its best! " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 February 13, 2023 Integration with our accounting software was a plus! Tech support is only a click away!\[sensitive content hidden\] and his team were patient and extremely helpful making it very easy to use their product. Pros Smartbarrel time keeping holds all employees accountable as a whole! Tardiness, absenteeism is traceable with one device and being able to track on a dashboard are great features! Cons I believe the only feature not available is entering PTO time. Need to discuss this farther. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. 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