2 self-hosted ManicTime alternatives

ManicTime is a popular proprietary tool in the time tracking space. These open-source apps let you replace ManicTime with software you host and control yourself.

Best self-hosted ManicTime alternatives

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ActivityWatch

Time Tracking

Automatic, privacy-first time tracking for your devices

Replaces RescueTime, ManicTime

★ 18.5k Easy setup MPL-2.0

arbtt

Time Tracking

Automatic rule-based time tracker for desktops

Replaces RescueTime, ManicTime

★ 354 Medium setup GPL-2.0

Compare ManicTime alternatives

arbtt vs ActivityWatch

Switching from ManicTime

Moving off ManicTime means trading a managed subscription for a service you run yourself. The payoff is ownership: no per-seat pricing, no vendor lock-in, and full control of your data. Start with the option above that matches your setup-difficulty comfort level — every app links to a detailed specs page and head-to-head comparisons.