Biometrics
The SMB Time Clock Scorecard: How to Pick the Right Biometric Clock
The SMB Time Clock Scorecard is a 5-criteria evaluation framework designed for small businesses with 5 to 50 employees who are comparing biometric time clocks. Use it when you need to move beyond spec sheets and vendor marketing to make a purchase decision based on what actually matters at your scale: hardware cost, per-user fees, setup complexity, payroll integration depth and offline reliability. You will leave with a repeatable scoring method you can apply to any biometric clock on the market.
The Framework at a Glance
Score every device on five weighted criteria
Hardware cost and per-user monthly fees each carry 25% weight, setup complexity and payroll integration depth each carry 20%, and offline reliability carries 10%. These weights reflect the priorities of cost-sensitive teams without dedicated IT.
Match biometric type to your work environment first
Fingerprint scanners are the default for offices and light industrial settings. Facial recognition is the better choice when employees wear gloves or work in hygiene-sensitive conditions.