AttendanceBot Reviews

“Useful integration with Microsoft Teams”

Pros

It has been a really strong fit for our NGO. It connects smoothly with Microsoft Teams and the staff, project and task reports with visualizations make it much easier to monitor, review and plan our portfolios and workloads effectively. Real-time tracking of tasks and subtasks has cut down a lot of the time we used to spend on timekeeping and work logging and it's helpful that adjustments can still be made when needed. Another big plus is how user-friendly it is, especially for team members who aren't IT experts and don't want to learn complicated programs.

Cons

Honestly, there isn't any feature that comes to mind as a downside. We don't use every single function like departments but that's mainly because we're a relatively small team. We only use the parts that are relevant to us and it's actually a benefit that AttendanceBot lets us disable the features we don't need.

“centralized solution!”

Pros

Having everything integrated in one place has really helped our organization with the day-to-day workload. It keeps things organized without any hassle which makes it easier for us to stay productive and work more efficiently.

Cons

At times, the system can lag a bit when staff are clocking in or out. On the project management side, we update details as we go, so adding staff repeatedly used to be a challenge. They did improve this by introducing a button that lets us add everyone at once which has helped a lot. That said, it still needs regular checking because staff members occasionally get removed. It is not a major issue, since technical glitches can happen with any system. Whenever something comes up, AttendanceBot is quick to step in and help and their customer support has honestly been excellent.

“Awfullll support”

Pros

There was a time when it worked really well but now almost nothing functions the way it's supposed to.

Cons

Support from their team has been terrible. The product keeps getting worse day by day and at this point I honestly don't know what's happening. With how bad things have become lately, it feels like the company might be struggling badly.

“Excellent Software to use for Remote work”

Pros

The bot smoothly integrates with popular communication platforms like Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Google Workspace. This means I can clock in and out easily, participate in quick check-ins, and report progress on tasks without leaving my primary workspace. For managers, it's invaluable for viewing attendance records, generating reports, and analyzing trends in real-time, aiding in informed decision-making and workflow adjustments.

Cons

Privacy is a major concern with tools that track employee activity. I feel uneasy knowing that my work hours, productivity, and well-being are constantly monitored.

“Streamlined Workforce Managemen”

Pros

Integrating it into platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams is simple, making it accessible for users of all technical skill levels.

Cons

Some of AttendanceBots more advanced features might take a bit of getting used to, and I personally found the documentation lacking for my needs.

“Efficiently and Convinient”

Pros

Using it is very convenient, marking attendance and tracking working hours effortlessly.

Cons

I have not found any downsides to AttendanceBot. It is incredibly user-friendly, just as advertised.

“integrates smoothly with slack and microsoft teams”

Pros

One of the best things about AttendanceBot is how simply it integrates with platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams. That makes it approachable and accessible for users at just about any technical skill level.

Cons

A few of it's more advanced features can take some time to learn and the documentation may not always feel detailed enough for everyone's needs.

“Easy to use”

Pros

It is very easy and suitable for our work-from-home company to track teammates.

Cons

My experience with AttendanceBot has been positive so far. We only use a few functions, but we are liking it.

“Even they have registered, but can not know that they are playing game or working”

Pros

AttendanceBot is really powerful in terms of convenience. The admin can easily track when people start and leave work.

Cons

Even though employees register in AttendanceBot on Slack on time, it is still unclear to track their actual starting time of work. There is a possibility they might be playing a game even after registering.

“AttendanceBot trial review”

Pros

All the services I need are integrated into one chat.

Cons

it does not have a Q&A function for me to check in with my team every day.

“Great tool to add transparency in our hybrid work”

Pros

AttendanceBot has been easy for our team to adopt, replacing more complicated systems. It helps us all see where everyone is working and sets clear expectations on time off requests.

Cons

I wish AttendanceBot had more options for access levels, especially for features like the events calendar.

“A very useful attendance control tool”

Pros

This tool has had a very positive impact on our operation, allowing detailed follow-ups on each employee's activities, including time investment in projects and specific task-solving times. Both employees and administrators appreciate its organizational benefits.

Cons

One thing we did not like is that different departments managing the same account have to adhere to the same configurations. It would be helpful to configure different rules for each area.

“Its easy, it's quick, the team accepted the new software quickly”

Pros

As a small, remote company, I needed something easy for the team to log in and request leaves.

Cons

While I have not had the full experience yet, I have not found anything I dislike about AttendanceBot.

“Can't imagine work without AttendanceBot”

Pros

Managing time off requests is effortless with AttendanceBot. The interactive menu for submitting requests and alerts for approvals streamline the process. Reporting helps with reconciliation, and assigning approvals during vacation is simple.

Cons

It would be convenient if AttendanceBot remembered the last options selected in the interface for both time-off requests and reporting, as they are typically the same options.

“So easy to use!”

Pros

AttendanceBot makes it easy for my hourly employees to clock in/out and calculate hours for payroll.

Cons

There have been tools that were difficult to figure out initially, but AttendanceBot has been helpful in resolving these issues.

“Time off requests made easy”

Pros

I can quickly plan time off requests for my team and me, with easy leave applications, Slack/mobile app integration, and reporting.

Cons

The reporting parameters of AttendanceBot are not as intuitive as I'd like them to be.

“Could have been so good but instead made more work for us”

Pros

I love how it integrates with Slack for easy clock in/out.

Cons

I find the logic of this software to be fundamentally flawed. It is too segmented, and the features do not integrate properly.

“Simple, seamless and effective”

Pros

It requires no setup or training and works with any policy configuration.

Cons

The reports generated by AttendanceBot are in Excel sheets, but I would prefer a more robust dashboard. There are minor bugs, and I'd like to see more integrations with project management software.

“Attendancebot saves me a whole of time checking the weekly attendance of my Virtual Assistants”

Pros

AttendanceBot has saved me a huge amount of time in checking my virtual assistants' attendance. It offers detailed log-in/out times via Slack, ensuring accurate representation of work hours without feeling micromanaged. The report summaries and extraction are effortless.

Cons

AttendanceBot has been working well for me so far. One improvement I suggest is the feature of assigning an "automatic logout" for employees in different shifts.

“Best Time Management Software for Small Teams”

Pros

It is easy to use, highly customizable, and efficient with third-party integrations.

Cons

It would be helpful if AttendanceBot prompted the administrator when an employee is absent or late for an extended period. Using machine learning or AI could enhance the software management experience.

“Simple & Easy to use”

Pros

Slack integration makes daily clocking in/out easy for our team's workflow.

Cons

Since I am still getting to know the software, I can not provide a fair assessment of the cons yet.

“This is going to help us so much with streamline another aspect in our day to day!”

Pros

This software is incredibly simple to use and teach employees. The forms streamline management processes, doing exactly what we need with time tracking and vacation management.

Cons

I have no complaints about AttendanceBot. Hopefully, we can explore more of its features in the future.

“Great Tool for Leave Management”

Pros

AttendanceBot allows for customized time off, multiple leave types, and a hassle-free approval process.

Cons

AttendanceBot works perfectly for me, so I have no complaints.

“An Easy to Use Time Saver”

Pros

It is much easier to keep track of time off and scheduling with everything in one centralized location.

Cons

Employees often forget to indicate their location until asked. It would be useful to have a daily reminder notification if the employee hasn't indicated their location.

“Easy to use, people management tool”

Pros

AttendanceBot integrates seamlessly with Slack, simplifying leave management and daily clock-ins/outs. It has reduced our admin burden significantly.

Cons

We have not started using AttendanceBot for team timesheets yet because adding manual time entries is not as easy as it is in other tools like Avaza when employees forget to log in.

“Excellent Tool which solved many day to day challenges”

Pros

The UI/UX is simple and effective, with seamless bot integration and customization options for vacation management. It almost works as a self-service portal for employees, and time tracking greatly helps the payroll team.

Cons

We are eagerly awaiting the Jira integration, which we have been informed will be released soon.

“Great!”

Pros

It is exactly what we needed for time tracking and project accountability.

Cons

We encountered a few glitches with clocking in, but we managed to work around them.

“AttendanceBot has been a great help in managing our fully remote, international team.”

Pros

I LOVE this software for invoicing, project time tracking, and managing PTO requests. The support team is responsive, and Slack integration simplifies daily tasks.

Cons

We faced some issues due to having team members in different time zones. Shifts were showing up incorrectly in the calendar, and punches didn't match people's actual hours worked.

“Outstanding”

Pros

It is perfectly easy to use for my team, linking seamlessly with MS Teams.

Cons

I do not have any complaints. It has provided everything I need.

“Valuable tool for time management!”

Pros

i am pleasantly surprised with the setup and customization ease. We have set up numerous projects and assigned them selectively, saving my team from scrolling through endless tasks. It keeps me focused on the task at hand, rather than getting distracted by incoming emails. The whole point of such a system is efficient data collection, not hindering productivity.

Cons

Editing timesheets feels a bit cumbersome to me, but being relatively new, I anticipate it will become easier with practice.

“Excellent option for Slack and Google Chat integration.”

Pros

I find it user-friendly, especially with its integration with Google Chat.

Cons

I find the bot to be great for its ease of use, though it is not always intuitive.

“Attendancebot App on Slack”

Pros

When my team updates their status on Slack, I instantly know their daily work hours.

Cons

Attendancebot has been quite helpful to me; it steps in when other apps can not meet my needs.

“Great product value for money”

Pros

This product's key features are tracking and reporting.

Cons

I find the product a bit slow and believe the UI could use some improvement to make it perfect.

“Great customer service and ease of use!”

Pros

Our robotics team finds it effortless to log their hours with check-in and check-out.

Cons

My only minor gripe is with the organization of the reports I have generated so far. I'll adjust to them, but I wish there were better options available.

“It's helping us a lot!”

Pros

We can easily track team members' availability and scheduled working hours.

Cons

The concept is fantastic. It serves as an excellent tool for remote teams. However, our small team suggests including more visually appealing reporting graphics, like bar charts, graphs, pie charts, and different colored segments.

“Makes management work easier”

Pros

Managing the team virtually is a breeze with easy attendance record exports, crucial for auditing.

Cons

Setting up holidays can be quite tedious, especially when your team hails from multiple countries with different public holiday calendars.

“Good Product in lieu of a major system”

Pros

Adopting it was smooth, with responsive service, meeting my need to track PTO.

Cons

Personally, the price was the issue for me. We used it primarily for requesting and tracking PTO.

“Great timekeeping method that interfaces great with our current inner office communication”

Pros

My employees find it extremely easy to use, especially with the mobile app.

Cons

I encountered a glitch that caused overlapping days in my weekly reports.

“great lightweight timekeeping app”

Pros

their Implementation was simple, with good support.

Cons

Adoption proved a bit tricky for some of our older team members who preferred buttons over commands, but it was manageable.

“Simple set-up, does what is expected from it, fairly priced”

Pros

I needed a solution integrated into Microsoft Teams to manage days off, and the setup was quick with great support.

Cons

If I had to pinpoint an area for improvement, I say the user help function in the bot could be better. I can only speak for the sick days and holiday management features, as those are the only functions we utilize.

“A hidden gem within the vast Internet”

Pros

It offers clarity and simplicity for team use, from taking sick leave to tracking work hours, especially convenient on mobile.

Cons

I can hardly find any negatives. However, I do hope for more flexible pricing plans to accommodate everyone. Thank you, and I wish you continuous progress and prosperity.

“Onboard the whole team in few minutes!”

Pros

It is incredibly user-friendly and integrates seamlessly, providing insights into our organization's activities.

Cons

Exporting data for the entire team requires more in-depth analysis, including historical data for different departments and individuals.

“A great option for a remote team”

Pros

This is Excellent software, seamlessly integrates with MS Teams.

Cons

We had some very minor security concerns, but their customer service was very helpful in addressing them.

“Your friendly smart punch card”

Pros

Attendance Bot has been a lifesaver for our small studio, providing a simple solution to track project time effectively.

Cons

The only downside, jokingly, is having to pay. On a serious note, occasional bugs with the punches can be a hassle, necessitating manual fixes.

“The right solution at the right time”

Pros

The integration with MS Teams is a standout feature, with quick setup and excellent customer support.

Cons

While the software caters to common timekeeping and leave management needs, every company is unique, and some requests may not have straightforward solutions. However, the customer support team is always willing to assist.

“Fast and efficient”

Pros

It is easy to use with a simple command for basic functions, yet capable of more complex tasks when needed.

Cons

Localization is not straightforward, and the reports could be more user-friendly.

“AttendanceBot Review”

Pros

it made it effortless to monitor staff activities.

Cons

The cost of implementing punching in and out was a bit high, but overall, it was great.

“I VERY USEFUL TOOL TO MANAGE PROJECTS AND CONTINUITY”

Pros

Easy facility management, including assistance register feedback.

Cons

I have not encountered any inconveniences while using this tool. It has been consistently helpful every time we've used it.

“Love the technology”

Pros

Clocking in via phones with location tracking is much simpler than our previous paper timesheet system.

Cons

Remembering which command to type for each report can be challenging, but thankfully, there is a cheat sheet available for that purpose.

“Great interface, easy to use.”

Pros

This software is Easy to use, great interface, fully automated, eliminating paperwork.

Cons

Firstly, the option to export leaves balance history was missing, requiring manual checking page by page. Secondly, for organizations with a large number of employees, such as those with 200+, the pricing may be a bit high.