Birdie vs Google Sheets

Looking for a Google Sheets Leave Tracker Alternative? Meet Birdie.

Still tracking employee leave in Google Sheets? It might work at first—but it quickly becomes messy, error-prone, and time-consuming. Birdie is the modern leave management tool that replaces spreadsheets with automation, clarity, and control.

Birdie vs Google Sheets for Time Off Tracking

Thousands of small teams start with a simple Google Sheets PTO tracker. But as time-off requests grow and policies become more complex, spreadsheets fall short. Here's why more teams are switching to Birdie:

Feature
Google Sheets
Birdie
Purpose-built for time-off tracking
No
Yes
Custom leave types and policies
Manual setup required
Fully customizable
Auto-updated leave balances
Manual formulas
Real-time calculations
Approval workflow
Email-based and disconnected
Built-in requests and approvals
Team leave calendar
External calendar needed
Native calendar view
Slack & Microsoft Teams integration
Not available
Request and approve leave directly in chat
Audit logs and reports
Requires manual filtering
Instant exportable reports
Setup time
Time-consuming
Setup in under 5 minutes

Why Birdie is the Best Google Sheets Alternative for PTO Tracking

Birdie is more than just a leave tracker—it's your lightweight HR assistant. Built for small teams and startups, it replaces outdated spreadsheets with smart automation and a delightful interface.

Stop doing math

Birdie tracks balances, accruals, and resets for you—automatically.

No more guesswork

See who's off, when, and why with an always up-to-date team calendar.

Simple setup

Add your team, define your policies, and you're ready to go.

Designed for modern teams

Built-in chat integrations and intuitive design make it easy for everyone to use.

Start Free. No More Spreadsheet Chaos.

Switching from your Google Sheets PTO tracker to Birdie takes just a few minutes. No more broken formulas, missed requests, or confusion about balances.

Free for teams of up to 5
Hosted and maintained by our team
No credit card required
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What Users Say After Switching from Google Sheets to Birdie

"We used a PTO spreadsheet for years—it was a nightmare. Birdie gave us back control and transparency. I wish we had switched sooner."
"Birdie is simple, clear, and makes leave management easy. No more endless email threads or version conflicts in our old PTO sheet."

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Birdie really better than Google Sheets for leave tracking?

Yes! Spreadsheets require manual effort, while Birdie automates everything—from approvals to accruals—saving you time and reducing errors.

Can I import data from my existing PTO tracker in Google Sheets?

Yes. You can easily import your team's leave history and balances to get started with Birdie.

How long does it take to switch from Google Sheets to Birdie?

Most teams are fully set up within 10 minutes. No technical skills required.

Want help migrating from Google Sheets? We'll make it painless.

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