This article was machine-translated from French and is being reviewed. Prices are in Algerian dinars excl. VAT.
To choose a biometric time clock in Algeria, start with four questions: how many employees to register, fingerprint or face, network (LAN) or USB to retrieve time‑keeping, and which software will read the data. The model matters less than the software and the quality of employee capture.
In short
- Four criteria: number of employees, fingerprint or face, LAN or USB link, software and export.
- Around the time clock, plan a socket, a network cable or USB key, a computer for the software and a small UPS.
- The table prices are rough estimates from our quotes, not fixed rates.
Biometric time clocks in Algeria: the four selection criteria
The number of employees
Each model records a limited number of people, varying by model and firmware: read the capacity on the manufacturer’s datasheet before choosing. Allow a margin for hires. If everyone arrives at the same time, one clock will make staff wait: install two.
Fingerprint or face
Fingerprint works best with clean, dry hands. It is poor for damaged or dirty fingers (bricklayer, cook, mechanic). Face avoids contact but costs more (see table) and may depend on lighting.
LAN or USB link
With LAN, the clock sends punches to a computer over the network. With USB, someone copies the file to a drive weekly or monthly: simpler but can be forgotten. The K40 offers both LAN and USB. For multiple sites, choose LAN and plan a network link between sites; otherwise export per site.
The software
The software reads the time‑cards, applies schedules and generates reports. Verify before purchase that it exports to your payroll tool. The next step is in linking the time clock to payroll.
Models and their prices
The ZKTeco time clocks were not listed in the asloitech.com store inventory on 06/11/2026. The table shows the median of our quotes, then the total with installation. Installation, configuration and commissioning of a time clock cost 12,000 DA HT in median on our quotes, ranging from 8,000 to 16,000 DA HT (order of magnitude observed on our quotes).
| Time clock | Mode | Quote median (DA HT) | With installation (DA HT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| K40 | Footprint, LAN and USB | 21 000 (18 000 à 21 000) | 21 000 + 12 000 = 33 000 |
| K50 Pro | Fingerprint, time‑in/out and access | 21 000 (19 000 à 25 000) | 21 000 + 12 000 = 33 000 |
| SenseFace 2A | Face | 25 000 (24 000 à 34 500) | 25 000 + 12 000 = 37 000 |
With the lowest installation, the K40 costs 21,000 + 8,000 = 29,000 DA HT. With the highest, it costs 21,000 + 16,000 = 37,000 DA HT.
Installation: what to plan
AsloTech holds type I license no. 207 dated 17 March 2025 from the Ministry of Interior (license scope). Here is what we plan for the visit:
- Location: at the staff entrance, at wrist height, away from direct sun and rain. These time clocks are generally intended for indoors: read the model sheet.
- Power: a socket or power block nearby.
- Network: an RJ45 cable to the switch and a static IP, or a USB key.
- Computer: a workstation for the software.
- Power outages: a small UPS for the time clock and switch, so that punches continue and the time stays accurate. The EAST UPS EA265 Pro 650 VA costs 10,500 DA HT in the shop (06/11/2026, in stock).
Configuration on commissioning day
- Set the date, time and time zone.
- Assign each employee a number identical to their payroll ID.
- Record more than one finger per person, or a front face.
- Secure the menu with an administrator password.
- Do a test: each employee clocks in front of you.
- Save the employee list and time‑cards.
AsloTech helps you with acceptance testing and commissioning of the time clock.
Traps to avoid
- Wrong time after a power cut: after a long outage, or if the internal battery is low, the time may drift. Check it each week at first, then after every outage.
- Shoddy recording : a poorly placed finger causes repeated rejections.
- Employee IDs different from payroll : re-enter manually.
- No backup solution : provide a signed attendance sheet for outages.
Biometric data: what the press reports
According to Algerian press (Algérie Eco, TSA, Maghreb Émergent, May 2026), the Personal Data Protection Authority (ANPDP) adopted on 6 May 2026 resolution no. 03 on biometric timekeeping. These reports state: no prior explicit employee consent, a prior declaration to ANPDP, employee information (collection, purpose, retention duration), security measures, limited use to the declared purpose and retention limited to the employment relationship duration. Some comments mention authorization rather than declaration. We have not read the official text: confirm the point with ANPDP or a lawyer. AsloTech can help you prepare steps with ANPDP; this assistance is not legal advice. In practice: limit software access and delete an employee’s record when they leave.
Frequently asked questions
Fingerprint or face, which to choose?
Choose fingerprint if hands are clean and dry; face if they’re often damaged. In any case, test on site.
How many employees per single time clock?
The limit is the model’s capacity and peak‑hour traffic. Ask us for advice on your site.
Can a time clock also open a door?
The K50 Pro is sold for timekeeping and access control, according to our quotes. It can command a lock and receive an exit button. On an evacuation door, the exit must remain possible without a fingerprint and without power: read electromagnetic lock or latch and the price of an access control for a door.
For a visit and quote, go to our access‑control and time‑keeping page or browse the access‑control store. Also compare modes in badge, fingerprint or code.