Qbserve - Mac Productivity Tracker
Automatic time tracking app for Mac that categorizes over 8,100 applications, games, and websites into productive, neutral, and disruptive categories. Qbserve provides instant productivity feedback while storing all data locally for privacy. Mac-only productivity analyzer with project tracking based on documents and window titles.
Last updated: 2026-03-20 22:40
Overview
Qbserve keeps track of what you do on your Mac and provides constant feedback on your productivity. The app automatically tracks Mac application usage and categorizes activity as productive, neutral, or distracting.
Automatic Categorization
Pre-Categorized Database
Qbserve recognizes more than 5,500 different applications, games, and websites (over 8,100 total sites/apps), organizing them into 3 main categories:
- Productive: Work-related tools and applications
- Neutral: General purpose tools that vary by context
- Disruptive: Social media, games, entertainment
AI Learning
The AI learns individual work patterns over time, improving categorization accuracy and adapting to your specific workflow.
Detailed Tracking
Qbserve tracks:
- Apps and their windows
- Websites and specific pages
- YouTube videos watched
- Subreddits visited
- Chats in Skype
- Teams in Slack
- Document titles and names
Project Tracking
Automatic project tracking based on:
- Opened web pages
- Documents being worked on
- Window titles
- Application context
This allows for invoicing and project time reporting without manual categorization.
Privacy & Data Storage
Qbserve emphasizes privacy:
- All data stored locally on your Mac
- No cloud synchronization required
- No subscription needed
- Data remains confidential and secure
- User maintains complete control
Real-Time Feedback
Instant productivity indicators:
- Visual feedback on current productivity level
- Color-coded activity categorization
- Real-time awareness of work habits
- Alerts for excessive distraction time
Invoicing Support
Automatically tracks work hours and can generate invoices based on collected data, making it suitable for freelancers and consultants.
Platform
Mac-only (macOS exclusive), optimized for Apple's operating system.
Pricing
One-time purchase (no subscription), with all data kept locally on device.
Limitations
Only available for Mac users, limiting accessibility for Windows or Linux-based businesses.
Key Advantage
Combines automatic tracking with strong privacy protection, appealing to users who want productivity insights without cloud data storage or subscription fees.
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