Connecteam is cheaper for a basic time clock. Here is when JaniSync is worth it.
Connecteam is a broad workforce app with a free plan for up to 10 users and low paid tiers. If you only need a time clock, it costs less. JaniSync is built for commercial cleaning: geofence checks on every plan, payroll that knows your overtime rule, and bid pricing for the contracts you are chasing.
How each one charges
JaniSync
One monthly price by crew size: $79 up to 15 cleaners, $179 up to 50, $299 up to 100. No per-cleaner fee, no contract, 14-day trial with no card.
Connecteam
A flat monthly fee for the first 30 users, then a small fee per additional user. Free for up to 10 users. 18% off when billed yearly; 14-day trial, no card.
What a month costs for your crew
Monthly billing, before tax, for the number of cleaners clocking in.
| Plan | 15 cleaners | 30 cleaners | 50 cleaners |
|---|---|---|---|
| JaniSyncFlat price for the crew-size band | $79Starter | $179Growth | $179Growth |
| Connecteam Basic (no geofencing)$29 a month for 30 users, then $0.80 per user | $29 | $29 | $45 |
| Connecteam Expert (unlimited geofenced sites)$99 a month for 30 users, then $4.20 per user | $99 | $99 | $183 |
Monthly billing, from Connecteam's Operations Hub pricing. Geofencing starts on Advanced ($49, up to 10 sites) and is unlimited only on Expert, which is the like-for-like row against JaniSync.
Feature by feature
| Feature | JaniSync | Connecteam |
|---|---|---|
| Geofence check on every punch | Every plan, unlimited sites | Advanced (10 sites) or Expert (unlimited) |
| Shared-device clock-in | PIN on an enrolled device | Kiosk mode |
| Employee scheduling | Weekly board, standing visits | Yes |
| Late and missed visits flagged against the schedule | Yes | Not listed |
| Free plan | No | Up to 10 users |
| Offline clock-in that syncs later | Yes | Not listed |
| Overtime rules in the payroll export | Federal, California, Alaska | Not listed |
| ISSA bid calculator and proposal PDFs | Yes | No |
| AI-drafted proposal cover letters | Yes | No |
“Not listed” means their pricing page does not mention it, not that the product lacks it.
Which one fits your company
Choose JaniSync if
- You bid on commercial cleaning contracts and want defensible prices and proposals.
- You want every site geofenced without moving to a top tier.
- Your payroll needs daily overtime, such as in California.
Choose Connecteam if
- You have 10 people or fewer and want a free tool.
- You need team chat or training in the same app.
- You only need a time clock and want the lowest price.
Where these numbers come from
Checked on 2 October 2026. Prices change; if something here is out of date, tell us at support@janisync.com and we will correct it.
Connecteam is a trademark of its owner, used here only to identify its product. JaniSync is not affiliated with or endorsed by Connecteam.
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