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Xpert-Timer Time Tracking
Tested version: 1.1.3.21
Latest version: 2.1.1.48
Requires Android: from 2.1
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Summary
Sign o’ the times... We are living in an age where time is playing a more crucial role than ever: when’s our next meeting with our clients? How long is it going to last? Which project will we be discussing? When you’re under pressure and need to keep on top of things the last thing you need is a big paper mess—which is where Android comes in! And apps like the one we’re reviewing for you today: Xpert-Timer Time Tracking.
Features & Use
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Testing device: HTC Wildfire
Android Version: 2.1
Usable as of: 1.6
Authorizations: legitimate
Xpert-Timer Time Tracking is not only good for planning things time-wise, it can also be used to manage several clients and the respective projects linked to said clients. Keeping track of how many hours you spend on each project is also possible, as is setting a specific project as your “default”; when you load the program this project will then appear on your display.
You keep track of your working hours using the start, pause, and stop buttons, much like a good old fashioned shift punch clock. It goes without saying that you can edit any entries you make—say, if you “forgot” to note your lunch break. It isn’t a big deal if you quit the app after having started a timer: the timer will keep going until you stop it, even if your Android reboots.
A whole bunch of lists help you keep track of all your data and entries: times, overviews of days, weeks, and years, client lists, overviews of projects, etc. To top it all off the app comes with export functions, which means you can backup all your data (meaning data can be forwarded to another device, or if you switch from the test version to the full version you take your data with you… N.B: backups aren’t possible in the test version). Overviews can be saved as HTML, XML, and CVS.
There’s a clause in Permissions that states that the app required internet connection—which might make a few people do a double-take. You can rest easy, though: this is required to ensure the help display, the link towards the website, Google Maps, Google LVL, etc. I can’t go into everything the app has to offer (such as GPS data—which, admittedly, lags somewhat; this function might be removed in the future).
The test version and its limitations:
The test version provides all the same functions as the full version. Limitations are, well, limited to the running period, and that it isn’t possible to run backups. I was happy with the test version for two months before I felt the need to switch to the full version.
Bottom line:
Xpert-Timer Time Tracking is a well thought out app which will prove to be useful to freelancers as well as other professionals. The different overviews are good for making invoices; once you’ve made up a bill you can send it to a third party via email. What makes the app a must-have app for freelancers is the option to manage several clients and projects at once.
Screen & Controls
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You have to take a bit of time to get accustomed to complex apps such as Xpert-Timer Time Tracking. Once you figure out where everything is you will appreciate the app’s thoroughness and tidiness.
After a brief period of “getting to used to working with the app” Xpert-Timer Time Tracking’s controls turned out to be very intuitive. I’ve been using the app for three months and am very satisfied!
Speed & Stability
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Xpert-Timer Time Tracking runs smoothly and I know that I can rely on its performance… and that’s about all there is to say in that regard!
Price/Performance Ratio
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Xpert-Timer Time Tracking can be downloaded for EUR 4,99. The app comes with great support: questions and problems are answered and addressed promptly and the app does what it sets out to do. The price is therefore justified.
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Mar 3, 2011 6:24:20 PM
Yeah, the developers must be out of their minds placing a price tag like that on this app!!!
Totally ridiculous
Mar 4, 2011 1:58:48 AM
well,what other options are there?
looking for support for multiple clients/projects as well as multiple hourly rates and sync or backup function.
of course export needed too.
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Market Comments
Eric , Apr 20, 2012
I like it. Haven't figured out all the features yet. I would like to be able for my guys to punch in and out remotely.
Les , Apr 7, 2012
Les N. I have tried all the other alternatives and I finally decided to pay the money for this app after putting the trial through it's paces. If you are looking for a nobrainer, no time waster to use for work this is the best all around app. What I would like to see.... the ability to link a work session to a document to a work session .. once I see this Ill give 5 stars.
Kevin, Apr 2, 2012
Almost perfect Only thing lacking is ability to export to .csv format. Then I could import into the office billing software (which I cannot change).
Heather, Mar 19, 2012
Works well! I am a consultant and this is the best app out there that I have found so far that tracks multiple projects, has good reporting and quite easy to use. Consistent too - no crashes.
Chris, Mar 14, 2012
Awesome App Unleash your business with powerful project tracking. Would've given 5th star if over-budget worked intuitively. A cornerstone of my business. Awesome App!
PC_Stoker, Feb 14, 2012
So far Brilliant...but ... when i try to export a week's worth of times, the start day of the week is monday(?), i want the first day to be Tuesday. Could also use some changes to the UI to fit tablets better (xoom 10 inch). Apart from the above issues i would recomend this to anyone looking for time tracking software.
HJ, Jan 31, 2012
Fantastic This App has possibilities way beyond keeping track of time. I am referring to managing Bipolar Disorder, ADD snd ADHD. I will be writing about this soon. Regsrds. ... Herman
Mathew, Jan 29, 2012
Very useful. With a couple of extra features, rounding of billing and ability to add fixed expenses to projects, would be 5 star.
ic, Jan 23, 2012
Great Very reliable, easy to use. After using it daily for two months, have nothing negative to say.
Clyde, Jan 18, 2012
Very good, not perfect Has good features, but is not always intuitive. Some features a little buried.
Malcolm, Jan 11, 2012
Works great lets me track and bill my contracts accurately, while giving me ideal reporting to share with my customers.
Steve , Jan 5, 2012
Steve Excellent app, would be better for me if I could give each project a ref number instead of only the customer or both. Would also be good if I could add extras and variations as sub projects to a main project. Use it every day to keep a time and work done record, never failed me.
Gudjon
That's expensive