Do not directly upgrade DB to v5.x – export user/log data first.
| Feature | ZKTeco v4.8.8 | Modern Competitors (e.g., Deputy, UKG) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Deployment | Local Windows PC | Cloud / SaaS | | Hardware | Works best with ZKTeco terminals | Works with any tablet/phone/browser | | Cost | Free (with hardware purchase) | Monthly subscription per employee | | Data Privacy | High (Data stays on your server) | Moderate (Data hosted in cloud) | | Ease of Use | Difficult / Technical | Easy / Consumer-grade | Zkteco Attendance Management Software 4.8.8
Manual leave tracking ends here. The software calculates: Do not directly upgrade DB to v5
No monthly cloud fees. One-time purchase or bundled free with ZKTeco devices. | Feature | ZKTeco v4