How to Build Your Own EARLY
Replace EARLY with a custom build. Time Tracking That Doesn't Make You Want to Cry
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 40 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
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 40 features
Integrations(7 features)
Full access to API and webhooks to integrate EARLY with your tools.
Custom API available to fit specific requirements, allowing seamless integration with tools and workflows.
Tailor-made integrations that fit your workflow, built and handled for you.
Connect your Google Calendar to EARLY with just a few clicks to track time spent on meetings and scheduled events.
Benefit from native JIRA integration to track time spent on specific projects and tasks managed in JIRA.
+2 more in this category
Reporting & Analytics(7 features)
Get access to comprehensive time analytics and reports for detailed insights into work patterns.
Download custom reports in CSV, Excel and PDF formats.
Get personalized productivity insights in a dedicated dashboard to understand where time goes and maximize your day.
Save your customized reports and use the same filters next time for quick access.
Keep teams in sync with one source of truth. Monitor progress accurately, identify bottlenecks, and optimize workflows with reliable data.
+2 more in this category
Support(6 features)
Join an individual onboarding session with one of the time tracking experts.
Experience the support of a dedicated Customer Success Manager who addresses unique business needs.
Get technical support requests handled with priority.
Make sure you choose the best plan for your needs, considering any changes in team size.
Receive dedicated sessions for account setup and full support during migration process.
+1 more in this category
Billing(3 features)
Track billable time spent on projects and create accurate reports to improve client billing.
Complete necessary procurement documents and provide customized contracts to meet your requirements.
Customized invoices to meet your business requirements.
Leave Management(3 features)
Track and manage different types of leaves in one place: PTO, sick days, vacation time, and more.
Manage all types of employees' absences in one place.
Track work time and overtime automatically, and manage overtime compensation with ease. Set days and work hours per week.
Team Management(3 features)
Manage multiple departments with different workspace settings all within one company account.
Invite your team and assign roles to control team access.
Smoothly track time with your entire team, sharing activities, tags and notes.
Tracking(3 features)
Automatically saves tools, docs and websites you worked on during the day to swiftly create time entries based on that information. 100% private with seamless calendar integration.
With a global keyboard shortcut, users can start or stop tracking and add notes instantly, no matter which application they're using. One keystroke keeps time data accurate and up to date.
Track as much time as needed and keep data forever with no limits or deadlines.
Automation(2 features)
Create custom time tracking reminders to be automatically sent to your team members.
Set automatic email reminders to track time and avoid gaps in timesheets.
Cost Calculator
Pricing data not available for EARLY. Check their website for current pricing.