How to Build Your Own Paymo
Replace Paymo with a custom build. 100% Free Time Tracking Apps to Track Time Wherever You Are
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 19 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Type-safe ORM for complex relational data models
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 19 features
Project Planning(4 features)
Visual project planning tool showing task timelines and dependencies
Project milestone tracking to mark key achievements and checkpoints
Advanced project management features including budgeting, Gantt charts, task dependencies, and milestones to help teams plan and monitor projects in detail
Ability to set dependencies between tasks to manage project workflow and sequencing
Collaboration(3 features)
Notification system to keep team members updated on project and task activities
Project-level discussion threads for team collaboration and communication
Collaborative task comments feature for team communication around specific tasks
Financial Management(2 features)
Native invoicing module that allows users to bill clients by turning timesheet data into invoices with a single button. Includes one-click invoice generation.
Budget tracking and management for projects
Automation(1 features)
Automated time tracking by recording desktop activities including apps and websites without requiring manual input. Records time spent on applications and links them to tasks or projects through linking rules. Does not take screenshots to ensure user privacy.
Client Management(1 features)
Ability to manage multiple clients with free plan supporting up to 5 clients
Core Time Tracking(1 features)
Manual and automatic time tracking capabilities with timer functionality
Mobile(1 features)
Free mobile application for Android and iOS that allows employees to track time from home, office, or on the go. Includes timer functionality that can run in background and bulk time entry option.
Payment Processing(1 features)
Integrated payment processing allowing clients to pay directly from invoices through PM Payments gateway (US only) and third-party payment integrations
Cost Calculator
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