Solidtime vs Toggl Track
Self-host swap-in for Toggl Track. · Self-host Toggl Track · Solidtime on os-alt
Solidtime is one of the open-source self-host replacements for Toggl Track — license AGPL-3.0, 20min docker-compose (Laravel + Postgres + Redis) to stand up, and $5-10/mo vps. Compare against Toggl Track's Free up to 5 users; Starter $9/user/mo; Premium $18/user/mo (annual) below.
| Solidtimeopen-source | Toggl Trackpaid SaaS | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Time tracking | Time tracking |
| License / pricing | AGPL-3.0 | Free up to 5 users; Starter $9/user/mo; Premium $18/user/mo (annual) |
| Starting price | $0 self-host | $9/user/mo |
| GitHub | solidtime-io/solidtime | closed source |
| Setup time | 20min docker-compose (Laravel + Postgres + Redis) | SaaS — sign up + bill |
| Monthly cost | $5-10/mo VPS. | from $9/user/mo (Free up to 5 users; Starter $9/user/mo; Premium $18/user/mo (annual)) |
Switching from Toggl Track to Solidtime
Pull `solidtime/solidtime` from GitHub Container Registry. Solidtime is a newer Laravel-based timer app — purpose-built as a Toggl replacement. Toggl CSV export imports via Settings → Import → Toggl. Browser extension for one-click timer start; CLI client for terminal-first workflows.
- Good fit for
- Teams that prefer Laravel/Livewire familiarity and want a modern, actively-developed Toggl replacement.
- Weak at
- Newer than Kimai — smaller community, fewer third-party integrations and bundles.
Other open-source self-host alternatives to Toggl Track
In a terminal? npx os-alt toggl prints Toggl Track's self-host options —
how the CLI works →
FAQ
Is Solidtime a free alternative to Toggl Track?
Yes — Solidtime is open source under AGPL-3.0. Self-host cost: $5-10/mo VPS.. Toggl Track starts at $9/user/mo (Free up to 5 users; Starter $9/user/mo; Premium $18/user/mo (annual)).
How long does Solidtime take to set up vs Toggl Track?
Self-hosting Solidtime: 20min docker-compose (Laravel + Postgres + Redis). Toggl Track is a hosted SaaS — sign up and you're in.
What is Solidtime good at, and what is it weak at?
Good fit for: Teams that prefer Laravel/Livewire familiarity and want a modern, actively-developed Toggl replacement.. Weak at: Newer than Kimai — smaller community, fewer third-party integrations and bundles..