TaskTrace vs WakaTime
An objective comparison of automatic coding-time tracking with built-in invoicing for freelancers.
| Feature | TaskTrace | WakaTime |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic coding-time tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Works inside VS Code & Cursor | Yes | Yes |
| AI-agent activity tracking | Editor + Agent Bridge | Broad agent support |
| Built-in invoicing | Yes | Yes |
| Client evidence reports | Time, billing & optional Git evidence | Coding stats & invoices |
| Arabic RTL interface | Yes | No |
| Repository identity without GitHub login | Local private fingerprint | Project detection |
| Source code never sent | Yes | Yes |
| Freelancer billing & team payables | Integrated workflow | Analytics-first workflow |
When should you choose TaskTrace? If you want editor and agent-runtime tracking tied directly to project billing, client evidence, Arabic RTL, and team payables.
When should you choose WakaTime? If your priority is a mature coding-analytics product with broad editor and AI-agent integrations.
Common questions about privacy & tracking
Does TaskTrace read my source code? ▼
Never. We only track the file name, project name, programming language, and keyboard activity to measure real time. Your source code stays local and is never sent to our servers.
Which editors are supported today? ▼
We fully support VS Code and Cursor through an official extension. Support for JetBrains editors is on the way.
Can I edit time manually? ▼
Yes. The dashboard lets you add manual time or adjust past sessions so no minute of your work is ever lost.
How are earnings and invoices calculated? ▼
Set an hourly rate per project or client. TaskTrace multiplies your verified hours by the rate and generates invoices ready to send.
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