Backlsh vs. When I Work

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Backlsh
Score 10.0 out of 10
Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
Backlsh is a time tracking and productivity management platform with features that include automatic time tracking, real-time monitoring, and detailed productivity analysis, powered by AI. With Attendance Tracking, Realtime Tracking, and Productive vs. Non-Productive Tracking, Backlsh provides insights into employee performance and workflow efficiency. This platform enhances accountability, streamlines payroll processes, and promotes a balanced work environment.
$2.99
per month per user
When I Work
Score 8.6 out of 10
N/A
When I Work is a way for businesses to schedule, track time and attendance, and communicate with their hourly employees. The schedule and time clock is placed in every employee's pocket with When I Work's iOS and Android apps. It can be used to keep track of time off, employee availability, and manage shift swaps with a few clicks. When I Work integrates with payroll providers to streamline the process and avoid human error.
$2.50
per month per user
Pricing
BacklshWhen I Work
Editions & Modules
Premium Plan
$2.99
per month per user
Essentials
$2.50
per month per user
Essentials + Attendance
$4
per month per user
Pro
$5
per month per user
Pro + Attendance
$7
per month per user
Premium
$8
per month per user
Premium + Attendance
$10
per month per user
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
BacklshWhen I Work
Free Trial
YesYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup Fee$100 one-time feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
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Backlsh

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When I Work
Chose When I Work
When I Work seemed a bit easier to implement for our team and employees. When I Work had all the things we needed without a lot of the bells and whistles that we wouldn't really utilize. When I Work was also a bit more affordable for our budget. Overall, it was the better …
Chose When I Work
Compared to its counterparts, When I Work allows you to interact with your staff where the others were strictly schedule based. This allows you to do so much more and saves you time from having to call each employee when something happens or a new special is announced. It puts …
Chose When I Work
It's been a long time since I searched for other products. We went from something that was simply a time tracker, so this was a big step up.
Chose When I Work
I would say that When I Work is better for a smaller company and has more options than ADP workforce now. I like that we save money as we don't need all the abilities that ADP workforce now has as we use a different company for employee PTO and benefits tracking.
Chose When I Work
I've not used another time-tracking service; this was recommended to me by a friend.
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When I Work was simply the easiest of all of the products. It did everything that we needed it to do while not taking three training classes to learn.
Chose When I Work
When I Work was recommended to me by a friend. I never considered another service, nor have I since I started using When I Work.
Chose When I Work
When I Work is the first program like this that I have used. I searched online and reviews were good, the price was good and ultimately we decided to give it a try. Prior to this I was manually scheduling and calculating everything. When I Work is simple to use and a great …
Chose When I Work
I know my co-workers have evaluated many other products similar to When I Work, out of an effort to replace our using When I Work with something better and more efficient. Still, so far, they have not been able to find anything else that can suit our needs better. I was not …
Chose When I Work
The only other product we've used for staffing, outside of When I Work, is Outlook. We used shared calendars and sending emails. While the shared calendars worked for a while, the technology was outdated for the demand and emails aren't as efficient for a technology-driven …
Chose When I Work
When we were deciding on a scheduling software we evaluated When I Work and When To Work as our potential solutions. Ultimately we decided on When I Work because it offered a more user-friendly interface and was easier to use than the When To Work option. When I Work fit our …
Chose When I Work
No other product was launched in the same field with When I Work was in workforce management.
Chose When I Work
Prior to When I Work, we had been using a Google calendar. This turned out to be difficult to track, and employees would never know who else was working the shift, nor could they easily access it without a Google Account. When I Work is both app and website based and can be …
Chose When I Work
When I work worked the best for our company and needs we had for it. The reason we went with when I work was it was easy to use, visually appealing, and allowed us to track when people were working or on PTO. This has been great for our support department.
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User Ratings
BacklshWhen I Work
Likelihood to Recommend
10.0
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10.0
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
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10.0
(0 ratings)
Usability
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.7
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
BacklshWhen I Work
Likelihood to Recommend
In my business it's essential to track my time, I have to keep my clients and my employees happy, and my employees need to be paid on time. Backlsh is the software that I use to track my time. I can see how long I spend on projects and bill my clients for all of my time. I can use this software to track my employees' hours and make sure I stay on budget. There are so many benefits to this software, if you need to track time, this is the tool for you.
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I recommend When I Work to those companies that are looking for a way to manage work schedules and want to increase the productivity of all employees. This is an important platform that would bring excellent results to small, medium and large companies. This is a constant monitoring system which allows employees to complete their tasks in the indicated time, When I Work sends automated alerts when an employee is not complying with their tasks and this allows us to know exactly the productivity we are having in each one of the sectors. It is an excellent platform for planning and administration of working hours, it has a very easy-to-use UI that allows schedules to be easily managed. Without a doubt, When I Work would be a perfect implementation for any sector or company, since it has a lot of potential to collect exact data on compliance with working hours.
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Pros
  • Help to calculate productive hours
  • Help me to bill my clients
  • Time tracking
  • Calculate how much time I spend on unproductive apps
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  • When I Work allowed me to color-code each employee's schedule.
  • When I Work allowed me to show who was "off" during what time of day. This was essential for morale, as our event included 16-18 hour days, and I wanted to show that everyone had down time each day.
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Cons
  • Backlsh need to improve their UI design
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  • Customer service only available by chat or email. No phone- which is crazy, in my opinion. Slows down, getting things done.
  • Understanding their charges is a pain. I still don't know what I am paying for.
  • If you are being overcharged, they don't care; they keep you on billing for something in a group.
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Likelihood to Renew
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It's a powerful tool for employee management and intuitive to use.
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Usability
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While it's one of the better apps, my only complaint is the icon layout of the dash; mouseover sometimes doesn't work for my system.
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Support Rating
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Every time I contact When I Work staff with an issue, someone is there with a quick solution to my problem. I love the chat feature. I can continue to work on other things while the When I Work representative assists me.
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Implementation Rating
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Make certain your team knows how to turn off alerts and utilise the system.
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Alternatives Considered
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When I Work seemed a bit easier to implement for our team and employees. When I Work had all the things we needed without a lot of the bells and whistles that we wouldn't really utilize. When I Work was also a bit more affordable for our budget. Overall, it was the better choice.
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Return on Investment
  • Help me to save my time
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  • Compared to what I've used before, When I Work allows you to interact with your staff more than other scheduling apps.
  • Though I don't know the cost, I was told it was cheaper than it's counterparts.
  • The app doesn't have all of the features as the full website, but it's pretty close.
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ScreenShots

Backlsh Screenshots

Screenshot of Realtime Tracking with Backlsh

Backlsh's Realtime Tracking feature provides insights into team activities and productivity. It monitors active tasks, application usage, and web browsing, offering a live view of how time is spent throughout the day. This feature helps managers identify bottlenecks, track project progress, and ensure efficient use of work hours. With detailed, real-time reports, businesses can make data-driven decisions to enhance overall productivity and accountabilityScreenshot of Productive and Non-Productive Tracking with Backlsh

Backlsh's Productive and Non-Productive Tracking feature categorizes and monitors employee activities, distinguishing between productive tasks and distractions. By analyzing app usage and website visits, it provides detailed reports that highlight time spent on work-related activities versus non-productive ones. This feature helps businesses identify areas for improvement, optimize workflows, and boost overall efficiency by ensuring employees focus on high-priority tasks.Screenshot of Attendance Tracking with Backlsh

Backlsh's Attendance Tracking feature offers attendance monitoring for teams of all sizes. It tracks employee check-ins and check-outs in real-time, providing reports on attendance patterns. This feature helps businesses maintain accurate records, streamline payroll processes, and ensure compliance with labor regulations. The dashboard allows managers to view and analyze attendance data, enhancing transparency and accountability within the organization.Screenshot of Locating Productive and Non-Productive Apps with Backlsh

Businesses can categorize apps and websites as productive or non-productive, tailored to specific roles and tasks. This customization allows for precise productivity tracking, ensuring that the metrics align with organizational goals. By distinguishing between productive and distracting activities, managers can better understand how time is spent, identify areas for improvement, and implement targeted strategies to enhance efficiency and focus.