# Clockwork: how AI models rank it, September 2026

Finance AI Recommendation Index, September 2026 Edition. Named in 17 judge labels across 4 categories by 11 of 12 models. Page: https://finance-ai-index.com/vendors/clockwork/

## Standing by category

| Category | Share | Rank | Negative rate | Labels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FP&A platforms | 15% | 3 | 0% | 13 |
| Corporate performance management | 2% | 9 | 0% | 1 |
| Financial modeling and scenario planning | 0% | 26 | 0% | 2 |
| Cash flow forecasting | 0% | 40 | 0% | 1 |

## What the models said for it

- "Clockwork is the best FP&A software for a limited budget due to its balance of features, ease of use, and transparent pricing" (Mistral Small, FP&A platforms)
- "Clockwork is highlighted as a leading option that delivers forecasting, scenario planning, and an AI analyst from $149/month" (Claude Haiku 4.5, FP&A platforms)
- "The best FP&A software for a company with a limited budget is Clockwork, which is a strong overall option" (Llama 4 Maverick, FP&A platforms)
- "Go Clockwork for more robust AI-driven planning/forecasting at a still-affordable price" (Grok 4.1 Fast, FP&A platforms)

## Record

- Method: https://finance-ai-index.com/methodology/
- Raw judge labels and full responses: https://finance-ai-index.com/data/
- License: CC BY 4.0. Cite as Finance AI Recommendation Index, September 2026 Edition, finance-ai-index.com.