Nocta vs Harvest

Harvest hasn't changed in years. Nocta is the modern, minimal alternative for solo freelancers — with real-time earnings and Apple Watch support.

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Feature comparison

Feature Nocta Harvest
One-tap timer
Real-time earningslimited
Apple Watch
Modern UIoutdated
Built-in invoicing
Weekly earnings report
Lock Screen timer
47 currencies incl. CHF
CSV / PDF export
Free plan2 projects1 project
PriceCHF 3.99/mo$10.80/mo
Built forSolo freelancersAgencies

Why freelancers switch from Harvest to Nocta

  • Harvest feels like 2015. The mobile app, the dashboards, the icons — it all shows its age. Nocta is built for iOS today, with Live Activities and modern motion.
  • Expensive for solo freelancers. $10.80/month is fine for an agency, but it's a lot for one person tracking a handful of clients.
  • No Apple Watch app. Harvest never shipped one. Nocta is built for Apple Watch and Lock Screen tracking from day one.
  • Better earnings view. Nocta shows you what you've earned this week, this month, and per project — live as you track.

When to choose Harvest instead

  • If you need to send invoices and collect payments inside the same tool.
  • If you primarily track from a desktop browser and never use mobile.
  • If you need integrations with QuickBooks, Xero, or Stripe for accounting.
  • If you run a small agency and need shared timesheets and expense approval workflows.

A time tracker that feels like 2026

Free for 2 projects. Apple Watch and Lock Screen included. Less than half the price of Harvest.

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