1. Keka Attendance
Keka Technologies · Hyderabad · Attendance & time tracking · 4.6/5
Attendance with GPS and biometric sync.
₹6,999/mo
Free trial
Compared with ESSL eTimeTrackLite
- Publishes a price (₹6,999/mo); ESSL eTimeTrackLite is quote-only
Attendance & time tracking · Alternatives
Best ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternatives in India (2026)
ESSL eTimeTrackLite is an attendance & time tracking product from eSSL Security, Bengaluru, priced at On request. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 3 have a free plan, 10 are built in India, and 14 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to ESSL eTimeTrackLite are Keka Attendance (₹6,999/mo), Matrix COSEC (On request), Mantra Softech (On request), Spintly (On request) and Zoho People Attendance (₹48/mo). Zoho People Attendance is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹48/month.
Why businesses look for a ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternative
The price isn't published
eSSL Security quotes ESSL eTimeTrackLite per organisation. 12 of the 20 alternatives below publish a starting price, so you can budget before a sales call.
There is no free plan
ESSL eTimeTrackLite has no free tier. 3 alternatives do, which lets you test with real data before you pay.
Reported limitation
eSSL publishes no license price, system requirements or device compatibility list
Reported limitation
Designed around eSSL hardware
Reported limitation
Windows-installed desktop edition; web edition needs your own server setup
ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches ESSL eTimeTrackLite's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | ESSL eTimeTrackLite (current) | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | — |
| 1 | Keka Attendance | ₹6,999/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | vs ESSL eTimeTrackLite |
| 2 |  Matrix COSEC | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 3 |  Mantra Softech | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 4 |  Spintly | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 5 |  Zoho People Attendance | ₹48/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.8/5 | vs ESSL eTimeTrackLite |
| 6 |  Kredily Attendance | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | vs ESSL eTimeTrackLite |
| 7 |  EmpMonitor | ₹400/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  CAMS Biometrics | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 9 |  Hubstaff | ₹600/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 10 |  Time Doctor | ₹600/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 11 |  ZKTeco India | On request | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 12 |  Deputy | ₹400/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 13 |  Workstatus | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 14 |  Realtime Biometrics | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 15 |  When I Work | ₹200/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 16 |  TSheets (QuickBooks Time) | ₹800/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 17 |  Buddy Punch | ₹400/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 18 |  Timely | ₹900/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 19 |  Teramind | ₹1,000/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 20 |  Insightful | ₹600/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 |
Top 10 ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternatives in detail
2. Matrix COSEC
Matrix Comsec · Vadodara · Attendance & time tracking · 4.5/5
Biometric attendance and access control devices with software.
On request
Quote-based
3. Mantra Softech
Mantra Softech · Ahmedabad · Attendance & time tracking · 4.5/5
Biometric devices and attendance software.
On request
Quote-based
4. Spintly
Spintly · Goa · Attendance & time tracking · 4.3/5
Smartphone-based access control and attendance.
On request
Quote-based
5. Zoho People Attendance
Zoho Corporation · Chennai · Attendance & time tracking · 4.8/5
Attendance tracking in Zoho People.
₹48/mo
Free plan available
Compared with ESSL eTimeTrackLite
- Has a free plan — ESSL eTimeTrackLite does not
- Publishes a price (₹48/mo); ESSL eTimeTrackLite is quote-only
6. Kredily Attendance
Kredily · Bengaluru · Attendance & time tracking · 4.7/5
Free attendance tracking.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with ESSL eTimeTrackLite
- Has a free plan — ESSL eTimeTrackLite does not
7. EmpMonitor
EmpMonitor · Bengaluru · Attendance & time tracking · 4.4/5
Employee monitoring software built in India.
₹400/mo
Free trial
Compared with ESSL eTimeTrackLite
- Publishes a price (₹400/mo); ESSL eTimeTrackLite is quote-only
8. CAMS Biometrics
CAMS · Chennai · Attendance & time tracking · 4.2/5
Cams Biometrics is a biometric gateway letting cloud apps receive data from biometric devices via one API. | attendance-software
On request
Free trial
9. Hubstaff
Hubstaff · Indianapolis · Attendance & time tracking · 4.4/5
Time tracking with GPS and activity levels.
₹600/mo
Free trial
Compared with ESSL eTimeTrackLite
- Publishes a price (₹600/mo); ESSL eTimeTrackLite is quote-only
10. Time Doctor
Time Doctor · Las Vegas · Attendance & time tracking · 4.4/5
Employee time tracking and productivity.
₹600/mo
Free trial
Compared with ESSL eTimeTrackLite
- Publishes a price (₹600/mo); ESSL eTimeTrackLite is quote-only
ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternatives by what you need
Cheaper than ESSL eTimeTrackLite
Free ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternatives
Indian alternatives to ESSL eTimeTrackLite
How to choose a ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternative
- Match the capture method to the workforce: factories need devices, field teams need GPS with selfie, offices often need nothing more than Wi-Fi or app check-in.
- Check device compatibility and cloud push — many Indian biometric devices need a specific integration.
- Confirm shift rules for your state's Shops & Establishments or Factories Act requirements.
ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to ESSL eTimeTrackLite in 2026?+
The closest matches to ESSL eTimeTrackLite on App Advisor are Keka Attendance (₹6,999/mo), Matrix COSEC (On request), Mantra Softech (On request). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match ESSL eTimeTrackLite, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to ESSL eTimeTrackLite?+
Yes. 3 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Zoho People Attendance (₹48/mo), Kredily Attendance (Free plan), Workstatus (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to ESSL eTimeTrackLite?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Zoho People Attendance starts lowest at ₹48/mo. Zoho People Attendance also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to ESSL eTimeTrackLite?+
Yes. 10 alternatives are built in India, including Keka Attendance (₹6,999/mo), Matrix COSEC (On request), Mantra Softech (On request). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
ESSL eTimeTrackLite vs Keka Attendance: which is better?+
Keka Attendance is the closest match to ESSL eTimeTrackLite in our catalogue. Key differences: Publishes a price (₹6,999/mo); ESSL eTimeTrackLite is quote-only. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these ESSL eTimeTrackLite alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in attendance & time tracking or a category ESSL eTimeTrackLite also covers, and eSSL Security's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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