Rize is an automatic time tracker with a native Linear integration that captures every work session without manual timers. It logs hours directly to Linear issues, maps projects to teams, supports multiple Linear workspaces, and syncs completed work back to issue comments — all running quietly in the background.
If your team uses Linear for project management and needs accurate time data without the friction of start/stop timers, this guide compares the four main options: Rize, Timely, TrackingTime, and TMetric.
Quick Answer: Best Automatic Time Tracker for Linear
Rize is the strongest automatic time tracker for Linear teams. It is the only tool with a fully native integration, zero-touch capture, two-way sync, and multi-account support — meaning agencies managing several Linear workspaces can track time across all of them from a single Rize organization. TrackingTime offers a browser-extension-based Linear connection, Timely claims background capture but lacks a documented native integration, and TMetric requires manual timers with a browser extension for Linear task linking.
Comparison: Linear Time Tracking Integrations
| Feature | Rize | Timely | TrackingTime | TMetric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integration Type | Native (direct API) | Not documented | Browser extension | Browser extension |
| Tracking Method | Fully automatic (zero-touch) | Background capture + manual approval | Manual timer (start/stop) | Manual timer (start/stop) |
| Two-Way Sync | Yes (time + comments) | No | No | No |
| Multi-Account Support | Yes (Nov 2025) | No | No | No |
| Project/Team Mapping | Yes (Rize categories to Linear teams) | Partial (app-level grouping) | Manual per-task | Manual per-task |
| Auto-Create Tasks | Yes (AI-suggested from activity) | No | No | No |
| Pricing | From $14.99/mo (Pro); $19.99/seat/mo (Team) | From $9/user/mo | Free tier; from $4.99/user/mo | Free tier; from $3.50/user/mo |
What Makes Rize's Linear Integration Different
Rize connects to Linear through a direct API integration, not a browser extension. This means time tracking works regardless of whether you access Linear in a browser, desktop app, or mobile — your hours are captured based on what you are actually working on, not which tab is open.
The integration shipped in May 2025 with core features: automatic time capture on Linear issues, project-to-team mapping, and time reports filtered by Linear project. In November 2025, Rize added multi-account support — agencies working across multiple client Linear workspaces can now connect all of them under one Rize organization with independent settings for each.
Rize also auto-creates Linear tasks from your activity. If you start working on something that does not have a corresponding issue, Rize suggests a new task based on AI analysis of your work session. One click creates the issue in Linear with the time entry already linked.
How Automatic Capture Works with Linear
Automatic time tracking means Rize runs in the background and detects which Linear issues you are working on based on active applications, browser context, and document titles — without any timers to start or stop.
Here is what the workflow looks like in practice:
- Install Rize and connect your Linear account in Settings.
- Map your Rize categories to Linear teams and projects.
- Work normally. Rize quietly logs time against the issues you touch.
- Completed work syncs back as issue comments in Linear.
- Pull time reports by Linear project, team, or date range.
No browser extension dependency means the integration does not break when you switch browsers or use the Linear desktop app. The connection is account-to-account, handled via webhook-based sync.
Timely: Background Capture, No Documented Linear Integration
Timely records background activity and drafts time entries for users to review and approve. It is a strong automatic tracker for general use, but its Linear integration is not documented on its integrations page as of March 2026.
Timely's Memory feature captures app and website usage, then groups that activity into time entries that need manual approval. For teams specifically looking for Linear issue-level time tracking, Timely does not offer the same direct connection that Rize provides. Timely's strength is resource planning and team utilization dashboards for mid-to-large organizations.
TrackingTime: Browser Extension Approach
TrackingTime connects to Linear through a browser extension that adds a timer button inside the Linear web interface. Users click start and stop on each issue to log time.
This works well for teams who prefer manual control over time entries. The trade-off is that tracking only functions in the browser — if you work in the Linear desktop app, switch to another browser, or forget to press start, the time is not captured. There is no background capture or AI categorization. For teams that want fully automatic tracking, TrackingTime requires more discipline from individual contributors.
TMetric: Manual Timers with Linear Task Linking
TMetric offers a browser extension that lets users start timers directly from Linear issues. It is one of the most affordable time tracking options, with a free tier and professional plans starting at $3.50/user/month.
Like TrackingTime, TMetric relies on manual timers rather than automatic capture. The extension adds a start/stop button to Linear issues in your browser. Time entries need to be triggered manually, and there is no background detection of which issues you are working on. For budget-conscious teams that do not mind manual timers, TMetric is a solid option — but it does not solve the problem of forgotten or inaccurate time entries that automatic tracking addresses.
Using Rize Across Multiple Project Management Tools
Rize supports native integrations with Linear, ClickUp, and Asana — plus Zapier connections to Notion and 6,000+ other apps. Teams that split work across multiple tools do not need separate time trackers for each one.
A common setup for agencies: client-facing work tracked in Linear, internal operations in Asana, and documentation in Notion. Rize captures time across all three workflows automatically. Time entries route to the correct tool based on your project mapping, and you can pull unified reports across all integrations from the Rize dashboard.
This multi-tool coverage is where Rize separates from single-integration options like TrackingTime or TMetric. Instead of choosing a time tracker that only works with one project management tool, you get automatic time tracking that follows you across your entire tool stack.
Which Tool Should You Choose?
The right choice depends on how your team works:
- Rize — best for teams that want fully automatic tracking with no timers, native Linear sync, multi-account support, and coverage across Linear + ClickUp + Asana + Notion. Starts at $14.99/month (Pro) or $19.99/seat/month (Team). Free 7-day trial on all plans.
- Timely — best for mid-to-large teams focused on resource planning who do not need issue-level Linear sync. Background capture with manual approval. From $9/user/month.
- TrackingTime — best for teams that prefer manual timers and want a simple browser-based connection to Linear. Free tier available; from $4.99/user/month.
- TMetric — best for budget-conscious teams comfortable with manual timers. Free tier; professional plans from $3.50/user/month.
For agencies and engineering teams that bill by the hour and use Linear as their primary project management tool, the combination of automatic capture, two-way sync, and multi-workspace support makes Rize the most complete option. You can start a free 7-day trial and connect Linear in under two minutes.
