IronClock vs ExakTime
Legacy System vs. Modern Construction Platform
ExakTime (now part of Arcoro/ATP) has been in the construction time tracking space for years. It pioneered rugged hardware clock-ins for job sites, but its legacy approach means expensive proprietary devices, complex setup, and a dated user experience compared to modern alternatives.
Choose IronClock over ExakTime if you want modern verification without proprietary hardware: ExakTime JobClocks cost $500+ each, while IronClock Smart Tags cost a few dollars and set up in minutes.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
See how IronClock stacks up against ExakTime across the features that matter most for construction teams.
Why Construction Teams Switch from ExakTime
Key gaps that construction companies discover when using ExakTime on job sites.
ExakTime requires expensive proprietary hardware (JobClocks) — IronClock Smart Tags cost a fraction
Complex setup and IT involvement vs. IronClock's 5-minute self-service setup
Dated mobile experience compared to IronClock's modern app
Limited compliance features — no built-in toolbox talks, PPE confirmation, or injury reporting
No native bilingual (English/Spanish) support across the full platform
Higher total cost of ownership with hardware purchases, maintenance, and per-user fees
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