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ClockShark vs. Workyard vs. Geowork: Which GPS Time Tracker is Best for Construction?

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Choosing the right GPS time tracking app can save your construction company thousands of dollars per year. But with so many options, how do you pick the right one?

In this guide, we compare three popular GPS time trackers: ClockShark, Workyard, and Geowork. We’ll cover features, pricing, and which tool works best for different company sizes.

Quick Comparison

Feature	ClockShark	Workyard	Geowork
GPS Verification	Yes	Yes	Yes
Geofencing	Yes	Yes	Yes
QuickBooks Integration	Yes	Yes	Yes
Mobile App	iOS & Android	iOS & Android	iOS & Android
Pricing Model	Base + per user	Base + per user	Flat rate option
Free Trial	14 days	14 days	Yes

ClockShark Overview

ClockShark has been around since 2014 and focuses on field service and construction companies.

Best GPS Time Tracking Apps for Construction Crews [2026]

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Construction companies lose significant payroll dollars to time theft and timesheet errors—estimates from industry sources range widely, but many contractors report 3-7% or more in losses. GPS time tracking apps help address this by verifying that workers are where they say they are when they clock in.

Here are the best GPS time tracking apps for construction crews in 2026.

What Makes a Good Construction Time Tracker?

Before we get to the list, here’s what matters most for construction:

How to Stop Time Theft on Construction Job Sites

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Time theft is when workers get paid for hours they didn’t actually work. On construction sites, this happens more often than most owners realize—and it adds up fast.

How Much Does Time Theft Cost?

Time theft can cost employers a meaningful percentage of payroll—industry estimates vary widely, and the actual impact depends on your company’s current controls and culture. For a construction company with $1 million in annual labor costs, even 2-3% in losses represents $20,000-$30,000 per year.

Geofencing for Construction: How GPS-Verified Time Tracking Works

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Geofencing sounds complicated, but it’s actually simple: you draw a virtual boundary around your job site, and the system knows when workers enter or leave.

For construction companies, geofencing transforms time tracking by automating reminders and verifying that workers are where they’re supposed to be.

What is Geofencing?

A geofence is an invisible boundary around a location. Think of it like a virtual fence that triggers actions when someone crosses it.