HourLog is a simple and focused time tracking app designed for individuals who want to track work hours, overtime and earnings without complexity Most tools are either too basic or overloaded with team features. HourLog keeps things clean: start a timer, log hours, track overtime and instantly see your pay and trends over time Built with a local-first approach, it works offline, requires no account and avoids sync issues. Export your timesheets anytime to CSV-PDF-Excel for reporting or payroll
Hi everyone,
I built HourLog because I was frustrated with how complicated most time tracking tools have become.
I only needed a few things: track hours, calculate overtime, and understand how much I’m actually earning. But most apps either felt too basic or overloaded with features I didn’t need.
So I decided to build something simpler and more focused.
A few things I cared about:
fast and clean UI
no account required
works offline
accurate overtime and pay tracking
easy export for real-world use (CSV, PDF, Excel)
I also went with a local-first approach (SwiftUI + SwiftData + iCloud sync) to avoid backend complexity and keep everything predictable.
Curious how you all handle time tracking today, especially balancing simplicity vs features.
Happy to answer any questions or dive into technical details 👍
