{"id":41721,"date":"2026-09-14T16:43:25","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T14:43:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/?p=41721"},"modified":"2026-09-14T16:43:26","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T14:43:26","slug":"best-scheduling-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/apps-tools\/best-scheduling-software\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Scheduling Software: 6 Tools Compared for Teams (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scheduling software is a tool that allows you to plan your team\u2019s work: Who works on what, when, how long, and also allows you to see who\u2019s available when and who\u2019s busy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After testing each app out, here\u2019s my review of the 6 best scheduling software solutions available in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0faff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#0c1013\"><strong>WHY TRUST US?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#263238\">The apps we talk about are selected, tested, and written about by human reviewers who follow strict review and editorial guidelines. We pick solutions that are practical, purposeful, and can offer real value for the specific use case or business context we\u2019re covering \u2014 while also being justified in their pricing. Our methodology is transparent, clear, and available to everyone:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#0287c5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/our-software-review-methodology\">Learn more about our review methodology here \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>App<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Pricing<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Time tracking<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Schedule sync with external calendar<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Reports<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Customer support<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Clockify<\/td><td>SMBs, enterprises, consultants, remote workers, digital agencies, NGOs, and universities.<\/td><td>Free: up to 5 users, unlimited projects<br><br>Basic: $3.99\/month\/user if billed annually<br><br>Standard: $5.49\/month\/user if billed annually<br><br>Pro: $7.99\/month\/user if billed annually<br><br>Enterprise: $11.99\/month\/user if billed annually<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>24\/7, Phone, Live chat, Email, Help center, FAQs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Homebase<\/td><td>Shift-based teams, including restaurants, retail, healthcare, beauty centers, and home and repair.<\/td><td>Basic: free (1 location, unlimited users)<br><br>Essentials: $24\/location\/ month if billed annually<br><br>Plus: $56\/location\/ month if billed annually<br><br>All in one: $96\/location\/ month if billed annually<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>Calendar in the mobile app<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>Not 24\/7; Phone, Email, Chat, Help center<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>When I Work<\/td><td>Shift workers in different industries, including call centers and the restaurant business.<\/td><td>No free plan<br><br>Single location or schedule: $2.50\/user\/month<br><br>Multiple locations or schedules: $5\/user\/month<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>With all Calendars that support the Calendar (by Apple) method<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>Not 24\/7, In-app tickets, Live chat, FAQs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deputy<\/td><td>Hospitality, retail, event, healthcare, construction, and teaching.<\/td><td>No free plan<br><br>Lite: $3.5\/user if billed annually<br><br>Core: $6.50\/user if billed annually<br><br>Pro: $9\/user if billed annually<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>Google Calendar, Calendar (by Apple), Microsoft Outlook<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>24\/7, Phone, Live chat, Email, Help center, FAQs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sling<\/td><td>Large teams working different shifts in various roles.<\/td><td>Free: for up to 30 users<br><br>Premium: $1.70\/user if billed annually<br><br>Business: $3.40\/user if billed annually<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>With all Calendars that support the Calendar (by Apple) method<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>Not 24\/7, In-app chat, Help center, FAQs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ClockShark<\/td><td>Construction, field service, and franchise companies.<\/td><td>No free plan<br><br>Standard: $40 base fee + $9\/user<br><br>Pro: $60 base fee + $11\/user<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>Not 24\/7, Phone, In-app chat, Email, FAQs<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-we-evaluated-scheduling-tools\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How we evaluated scheduling tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I evaluated each scheduling tool from the list based on specific criteria. In short, the best scheduling software should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Provide some value for everyone.<\/strong> An <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/employee-scheduling-software\">employee scheduling app<\/a> with a large list of features covers a large variety of needs. Its value increases as more features make it applicable to a wider range of professional settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be affordable.<\/strong> Competitive scheduling software offers various pricing plans for different user segments. Ideally, it can also offer a free version with real value for its users, or a free trial option to test it out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be available on multiple platforms.<\/strong> Introducing new software to a company is simple when you don\u2019t have to make a huge shift in resources. Ideally, new software should be available for the devices and operating systems that you currently use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Have a large pool of satisfied users.<\/strong> Nothing speaks to software quality better than a large pool of happy users and positive reviews. A satisfied user who takes the time to leave feedback provides valuable insights into the software\u2019s usefulness, the experience of using it, and the changes it made to their work life after implementation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Have reliable customer support.<\/strong> Customer service can make or break user experience. The app\u2019s customer support should respond quickly and be knowledgeable so users can get their issues solved fast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based on the outlined criteria, I picked out the 6 best <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/job-tracking-software\">job scheduling software solutions<\/a> that currently stand out on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"1-clockify-by-cake-com-best-for-scheduling-based-on-team-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/\">Clockify<\/a> by CAKE.com \u2014 best for scheduling based on team capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1150\" height=\"937\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify.webp\" alt=\"Clockify\" class=\"wp-image-41699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify.webp 1150w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify-368x300.webp 368w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify-773x630.webp 773w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify-768x626.webp 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify-15x12.webp 15w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clockify by CAKE.com is a work hours tracker with <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/features\/scheduling\">scheduling features<\/a>. The app lets you define daily or weekly employee capacity, assign tasks, and track progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\">Sign up for Clockify FREE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-clockify-by-cake-com-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Clockify by CAKE.com work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use Clockify to track employee attendance and productivity, as well as schedule assignments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When managing a team, Clockify lets you divide all employees into teams so you can <strong>schedule individual or group tasks<\/strong>. I like that I can make changes with a simple drag-and-drop and view the schedule in Team view or Project view.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"837\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Team-schedule-in-Clockify-e1789392140792.webp\" alt=\"Team schedule in Clockify\" class=\"wp-image-41716\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Team schedule in Clockify<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While using the app, I set each employee\u2019s daily or weekly capacity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s say I schedule a 3-hour assignment for one employee on Monday and set their daily capacity to 8 hours. Clockify will show that they have <em>5 hours open<\/em> for Monday. If I schedule all 8 hours, the app will display that day as <em>Full<\/em>; if I go over 8 hours, it will show how many hours are scheduled beyond their capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some additional features you can find in Clockify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Recurring assignments<\/strong> \u2014 create recurring assignments for a certain number of weeks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Milestones<\/strong> \u2014 create a milestone by clicking on any date, and it will appear on the schedule timeline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time off<\/strong> \u2014 track who is away and for how long.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alerts<\/strong> \u2014 receive alerts if someone is working overtime or less than planned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hourly rates<\/strong> \u2014 set and track hourly rates for each team member, task, or <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/project-scheduling-software\">project you schedule<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apart from scheduling features, Clockify comes with extensive time tracking options: Timer, Timesheet, Kiosk, Manual mode, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Timesheet-in-Clockify-e1789392188261.webp\" alt=\"Timesheet in Clockify\" class=\"wp-image-41718\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Timesheet in Clockify<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\">Try Clockify by CAKE.com FREE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-much-does-clockify-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does Clockify cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clockify\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/learn\/resources\/paid-features-explained\/\">paid plans<\/a> start at <strong>$3.99 per user\/month<\/strong> (if billed annually). The most affordable plan (Basic) includes Kiosk for clocking in and out from a shared device. It also provides additional admin features (report exports, customization options, project templates, bulk editing).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Standard plan costs <strong>$5.49 per user\/month<\/strong> (if billed annually) and includes additional time and billing features, such as Time off, Invoicing, Timesheet approval, Targets and reminders, Task rates, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Pro plan costs <strong>$7.99 per user\/month<\/strong> (if billed annually) and provides Team scheduling, Expenses, Budget and estimation tracking, GPS tracking, <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/features\/activity-monitoring\">Activity monitoring<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Enterprise plan, costing $11.99 per user\/month (if billed annually), includes all the previously mentioned features and adds an extra layer of control and security to your workflow. Such features include Single Sign-On (SSO) and Audit log.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/account.cake.com\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up for CAKE.com today<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-did-the-users-rate-clockify\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How did the users rate Clockify?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overall rating<\/strong>: 4.8 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/169607\/Clockify\/#reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9,262 reviews<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users like that Clockify lets them track time on an unlimited number of projects for free, and paid users can <strong>create and customize schedules and manage time off<\/strong> easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One user praised Clockify for the variety of time tracking features, as she can choose to enter time manually, instead of always relying on the Timer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201c<em>The ability to add time without the actual timer is one of my favorite features about this time tracking tool. Sometimes I\u2019m away from my desk in a client-specific meeting, and it\u2019s nice to be able to come back and enter the time spent on the project or with the client without having to turn on a timer and remember when to turn it off.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify-user-review-on-Capterra.webp\" alt=\"Clockify user review on Capterra\" class=\"wp-image-41698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify-user-review-on-Capterra.webp 738w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify-user-review-on-Capterra-443x300.webp 443w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Clockify-user-review-on-Capterra-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/169607\/Clockify\/#Capterra___7208632\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clockify user review on Capterra<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users also report a positive experience with Clockify\u2019s 24\/7 customer service. According to reviews, customer support agents respond promptly and resolve problems quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"clockify-pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clockify pros and cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clockify stands out from the rest of the scheduling software due to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pricing.<\/strong> Clockify has 4 affordable pricing plans starting at $3.99\/user\/month, and a free version that lets you track time on an unlimited number of projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scalability.<\/strong> On the paid plans, Clockify has no limit on the number of users or the number of projects\/tasks you can track and schedule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Team capacity in scheduling.<\/strong> Clockify lets you see team capacity when scheduling assignments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some users may find the following to be disadvantages of using Clockify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Short free trial<\/strong> \u2014 the free trial lasts for 7 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No in-app schedule templates<\/strong> \u2014 but you can still <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/schedule-templates\">download free schedule templates<\/a> on the Clockify website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-clockify\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Clockify?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of August 2026, you can use automated <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/whats-new\">country-specific holiday imports in Clockify<\/a>. This means you can now apply holidays of a specific country to the entire workspace or selected team members. The holidays then appear on the users\u2019 Clockify Calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Free plan<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Free trial<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, 7-day free trial (extension possible after reaching out to support)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cheapest paid plan<\/strong><\/td><td>$3.99\/seat\/month if billed annually<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Platforms<\/strong><\/td><td>Web, Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, Chrome, Edge, and Firefox browser extensions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark clockify-gradient-features\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-16\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl mb-4!\">Team Scheduling Tool<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block text-xs!\">Assign tasks to teams and create schedules based on team capacity with Clockify by CAKE.com.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white text-dark hover:text-primary text-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2 text-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/projects\/scheduling\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/product-blog\/public\/images\/clockify\/banners\/features@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/product-blog\/public\/images\/clockify\/banners\/features.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-homebase-best-for-scheduling-shifts-by-role\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.joinhomebase.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Homebase<\/a> \u2014 best for scheduling shifts by role<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1314\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase.webp\" alt=\"Homebase\" class=\"wp-image-41708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase.webp 1314w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-513x300.webp 513w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-1078x630.webp 1078w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-768x449.webp 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1314px) 100vw, 1314px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homebase is a shift scheduling software solution that lets managers schedule shifts for specific roles, and employees set their availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-homebase-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Homebase work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can schedule shifts within Homebase\u2019s Calendar. Homebase supports color-coding, so I assigned a different color to each role to differentiate them easily. Once I added users and shifts, the Calendar looked like this:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"310\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Team-schedule-by-role-e1789392112480.webp\" alt=\"Team schedule by role\" class=\"wp-image-41715\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Team schedule by role<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homebase also has an Open shift option where employees can take over unassigned shifts if their capacity allows.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Employees can specify their preferred work time or the times they&#8217;re unavailable. It seems more convenient to use both options at the same time. Of course, I would have to be careful that the preferred and unavailable hours don\u2019t overlap, but the app could alert me if they did. However, it&#8217;s still a useful feature.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"461\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Setting-preferred-work-hours-in-Homebase.webp\" alt=\"Setting preferred work hours in Homebase\" class=\"wp-image-41710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Setting-preferred-work-hours-in-Homebase.webp 461w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Setting-preferred-work-hours-in-Homebase-415x300.webp 415w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Setting-preferred-work-hours-in-Homebase-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 461px) 100vw, 461px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Setting preferred work hours in Homebase<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Homebase, you\u2019ll also find the following features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Multiple views<\/strong> \u2014 Homebase lets you choose the schedule view (Employee, Department, or Role).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Events<\/strong> \u2014 create events for a specific day to announce meetings, team-building, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notifications<\/strong> \u2014 employees are notified about new schedules via text, email, or the app, and will receive alerts about any changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>HR features<\/strong> \u2014 Homebase offers many HR management features, including hiring, onboarding, and monitoring employee happiness at work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cash Out<\/strong> \u2014 Homebase provides a service that lets users transfer money to their bank accounts before payday, without interest charges, credit checks, or late fees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-much-does-homebase-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does Homebase cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homebase has 3 paid plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Essentials plan costs <strong>$24 per location\/month if billed annually<\/strong>. It includes advanced time tracking and scheduling features, so you can set overtime and break preferences, manage availability, and approve or reject time-off requests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Plus plan is $56 per location\/month<\/strong> if billed annually. This plan comes with AI-powered scheduling features. The highest-tier plan is the All-in-One plan, and it costs <strong>$96 per location\/month<\/strong> with annual pricing. This plan includes HR and compliance features, such as having HR professionals review your policies and being notified about federal and state labor law changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Due to its location-based pricing model, Homebase can be affordable for companies with few locations. However, because it\u2019s priced per location, it can get expensive if your business operates in multiple locations. Add the cost of add-ons like Payroll, which many companies need, and expenses can pile up quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\">Try an affordable alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-did-the-users-rate-homebase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How did the users rate Homebase?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overall rating<\/strong>: 4.6 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/153076\/Homebase\/#reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1,153 reviews<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most users appreciate Homebase\u2019s HR and scheduling features. A common issue is that users don\u2019t get notified about schedule changes or <strong>don\u2019t have the option to customize which notifications<\/strong> they receive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homebase users view the software as fairly easy to use. Users mostly mention a simple scheduling process and payroll features as the product\u2019s biggest pluses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One user explained that Homebase is a great tool for businesses that only have one location, saying: \u201c<em>Homebase has a generally easy-to-use platform. It does a good job of allowing people to clock in and out for shifts and to create their schedule. Homebase did not allow us to track hours across multiple locations unless we paid extra for it.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"823\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-user-review-in-Capterra.webp\" alt=\"Homebase user review in Capterra\" class=\"wp-image-41707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-user-review-in-Capterra.webp 823w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-user-review-in-Capterra-544x300.webp 544w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-user-review-in-Capterra-768x424.webp 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Homebase-user-review-in-Capterra-18x10.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/153076\/Homebase\/#Capterra___7005818\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Homebase user review in Capterra<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users rate Homebase customer service as helpful in improving the onboarding flow and resolving the bugs and issues they report. However, some users complained that the Homebase customer support agents can be slow to respond at times and unable to find solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"homebase-pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Homebase pros and cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homebase stands out for the following features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Auto-scheduling<\/strong> \u2014 set up automatic shift scheduling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Schedule templates<\/strong> \u2014 save schedules as templates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Availability<\/strong> \u2014 set preferred\/unavailable time slots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homebase has the following cons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>No desktop app<\/strong> \u2014 Homebase isn\u2019t available as a Windows, Mac, or Linux app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No option to add both preferred and unavailable time slots<\/strong> \u2014 users have to choose whether they want to mark a preferred or unavailable time; setting both isn\u2019t an option.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-homebase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Homebase?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of December 2025, you can use an <a href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/ever-works\/awesome-time-tracking\/blob\/develop\/details\/homebase-scheduling-assistant-december-2025-launch.md\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI scheduling assistant in Homebase<\/a>. This AI feature can help with shift creation, automatically solve scheduling conflicts, and recommend schedule improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udca1 CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn how to schedule teams effectively without encountering scheduling conflicts, check out this article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/managing-tasks\/scheduling-conflicts\/\">Scheduling Conflicts: 5 Types and How to Avoid Them<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Free plan<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Free trial<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, 14-day free trial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cheapest paid plan<\/strong><\/td><td>$24\/location\/month if billed annually<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Platforms<\/strong><\/td><td>Web, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-when-i-work-best-for-creating-open-shifts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: <a href=\"https:\/\/wheniwork.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">When I Work<\/a> \u2014 best for creating open shifts<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/When-I-Work-e1789392221363.webp\" alt=\"When I Work\" class=\"wp-image-41720\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I Work is an employee scheduling software solution for shift-based workplaces. Besides scheduling, it offers time and attendance features, team messaging for shift swaps, and payroll configurations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-when-i-work-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does When I Work work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I Work is primarily a scheduling and attendance tracking app. You can add shifts and track who clocked in and out, and when.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shift scheduling in When I Work is done within a Calendar. I simply click on the specific date under a specific user, and I\u2019m prompted to add the shift start and end times.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"986\" height=\"331\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shift-schedule-in-When-I-Work.webp\" alt=\"Shift schedule in When I Work\" class=\"wp-image-41711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shift-schedule-in-When-I-Work.webp 986w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shift-schedule-in-When-I-Work-730x245.webp 730w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shift-schedule-in-When-I-Work-768x258.webp 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shift-schedule-in-When-I-Work-18x6.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 986px) 100vw, 986px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shift schedule in When I Work<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app also lets me add job positions and assign them to specific employees. So, when I\u2019m scheduling a shift for a team member, I can add their role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I found adding positions to be more useful when adding Open shifts. This means I can add a shift that needs to be filled and specify the role. An employee who can work that specific position and has enough capacity can then take over the shift.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"502\" height=\"677\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Adding-an-open-shift-in-When-I-Work-e1789391202279.webp\" alt=\"Adding an open shift in When I Work\" class=\"wp-image-41696\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adding an open shift in When I Work<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I Work boasts the following scheduling options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Employee availability<\/strong> \u2014 see who\u2019s available to work and when.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple schedule view<\/strong> \u2014 view by shift, position, employee, coverage, or month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shift swaps<\/strong> \u2014 offer multiple shifts to employees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Task list<\/strong> \u2014 keep a task list for a shift to follow progress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Team chat<\/strong> \u2014 communicate with other team members in chats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calendar sync<\/strong> \u2014 sync with your Mac, iOS, Google, or Outlook calendars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Schedule templates<\/strong> \u2014 save schedules as templates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Auto-scheduling<\/strong> \u2014 automatically assign shifts to employees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-much-does-when-i-work-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does When I Work cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I Work doesn\u2019t offer a free plan. The plan for a single user and location costs $2.50 per user and includes standard scheduling for unlimited users. The plan for multiple users and locations costs $6 per user, and it includes advanced scheduling for unlimited users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-did-the-users-rate-when-i-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How did the users rate When I Work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overall rating<\/strong>: 4.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/121248\/When-I-Work\/#reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1,300 reviews<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users appreciate the ability to see who has time off, automatic notifications to employees after a shift is scheduled, and the ability to swap shifts without contacting management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users rate the <strong>When I Work interface as good enough<\/strong>, commenting that it could be more appealing and modern, even though it doesn\u2019t affect the software functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One user was satisfied with how easy-to-use the app is, noting: \u201c<em>I liked most that it was easy to schedule, publish, and email multiple employees. I could make changes to the schedule as needed.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"742\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/When-I-Work-user-review-on-Capterra.webp\" alt=\"When I Work user review on Capterra\" class=\"wp-image-41719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/When-I-Work-user-review-on-Capterra.webp 742w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/When-I-Work-user-review-on-Capterra-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/When-I-Work-user-review-on-Capterra-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 742px) 100vw, 742px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/121248\/When-I-Work\/#Capterra___7176405\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">When I Work user review on Capterra<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users are mostly satisfied with When I Work&#8217;s customer service, but report the <strong>lack of a phone call option<\/strong>, which is often more efficient for explaining and resolving issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"when-i-work-pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When I Work pros and cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some stand-out features of When I Work:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Optional add-ons<\/strong> \u2014 you can choose to include or exclude Time &amp; Attendance features from your pricing plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>On-demand pay by Clair<\/strong> \u2014 activating this optional add-on will provide your employees with an option to access a portion of their wages after each shift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shift bidding<\/strong> \u2014 employees can request a shift, which managers can then approve or reject.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to When I Work cons, some users may dislike the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Complex time-adding system<\/strong> \u2014 to schedule a time slot, you have to type in the start time, signify whether it\u2019s a.m. or p.m., include a dash, and then the end time (e.g., <em>7 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m.<\/em>), which isn\u2019t convenient.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Outdated interface<\/strong> \u2014 the interface could be more modern, as it looks clunky.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\">Use a simple, modern alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-when-i-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in When I Work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The latest <a href=\"https:\/\/help.wheniwork.com\/articles\/release-notes-january-to-march-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">When I Work release notes<\/a> date back to March 2025. So, as of Q1 of 2025, you can schedule breaks for your team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Free plan<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Free trial<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, 14-day free trial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cheapest paid plan<\/strong><\/td><td>$2.50\/user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Platforms<\/strong><\/td><td>Web, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-deputy-best-for-assigning-jobs-and-tracking-tasks-separately\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deputy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deputy<\/a> \u2014 best for assigning jobs and tracking tasks separately<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Deputy.webp\" alt=\"Deputy\" class=\"wp-image-41706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Deputy.webp 700w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Deputy-467x300.webp 467w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Deputy-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deputy is a scheduling, time tracking, and attendance software for individuals or larger teams. The app lets you assign shifts to team members in its built-in calendar or leave shifts unassigned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-deputy-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Deputy work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After testing the app, I noticed Deputy lets me assign work hours by role. Then, I can add employees to these shifts. If I don&#8217;t add a team member to a scheduled role, the shift is displayed as Empty by default. I use this option when I plan to assign the role to an employee later.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"470\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Schedule-by-role-in-Deputy-e1789392007562.webp\" alt=\"Schedule by role in Deputy\" class=\"wp-image-41709\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Schedule by role in Deputy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I find it convenient that the app lets me change an Empty shift to an Open shift so a team member can claim it. There are 2 options for open shifts: The shift can be claimed by any team member, or I can require approval before the shift is claimed.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"448\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Changing-the-default-Empty-shift-to-an-Open-shift.webp\" alt=\"Changing the default Empty shift to an Open shift\" class=\"wp-image-41697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Changing-the-default-Empty-shift-to-an-Open-shift.webp 448w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Changing-the-default-Empty-shift-to-an-Open-shift-18x8.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 448px) 100vw, 448px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Changing the default Empty shift to an Open shift<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I also discovered that I can assign tasks, but they aren\u2019t connected to the schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Deputy, you can find these scheduling features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Multiple views<\/strong> \u2014 view by area (by day, week, 2-week), or by employee (day, week, 2-week, 4-week, month).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time off<\/strong> \u2014 see who\u2019s away and for how long.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Auto-scheduling<\/strong> \u2014 automatically assign people to shifts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Schedule templates<\/strong> \u2014 save schedules as templates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shift offers<\/strong> \u2014 send available shift offers to employees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notifications<\/strong> \u2014 require employees to confirm they have seen schedule changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Undo actions<\/strong> \u2014 undo bulk changes that have been made.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calendar sync<\/strong> \u2014 sync schedules with Google, Outlook, Mac, or iOS calendar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Team permissions<\/strong> \u2014 configure whether employees can see each other\u2019s schedules, and which ones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shift cost<\/strong> \u2014 assign projected costs to an open shift.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-much-does-deputy-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does Deputy cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deputy doesn\u2019t offer a free plan. Depending on your needs, you can choose 1 of the 3 pricing plans: Lite, Core, and Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Lite plan is <strong>$5 per user\/month<\/strong> if billed annually. This plan includes basic scheduling features and basic timesheets. The Core plan costs <strong>$6.50 per user\/month<\/strong> (annual billing) and includes advanced scheduling features, Timesheet auto-approval, Auto-scheduling, Demand forecasting, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For $9 a month if billed annually, the Pro package includes all features contained in the previous 2 packages, plus Advanced timesheets, Single Sign-On (SSO), 24\/7 live chat, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-did-the-users-rate-deputy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How did the users rate Deputy?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overall rating<\/strong>: 4.6 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/167811\/Deputy\/#reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">773 reviews<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, users are satisfied with Deputy. Apart from occasional <strong>complaints about product glitches<\/strong> or integration issues, many users praise its simplicity and affordability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As for Deputy\u2019s shortcomings, some users reported waiting longer than expected for customer support or appropriate assistance, especially with ADP integration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One user found Deputy to be quite practical and user-friendly once they learned how to use it: \u201c<em>My overall experience with Deputy was good. The app offers strong functionality for scheduling, timekeeping, and staff management. While there was a learning curve at first, it performed well once set up and in regular use.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"746\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Deputy-user-review-on-Capterra.webp\" alt=\"Deputy user review on Capterra\" class=\"wp-image-41705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Deputy-user-review-on-Capterra.webp 746w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Deputy-user-review-on-Capterra-504x300.webp 504w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Deputy-user-review-on-Capterra-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 746px) 100vw, 746px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/167811\/Deputy\/#Capterra___7134690\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deputy user review on Capterra<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Customer service was rated good overall, though some users reported negative feedback, describing it as unhelpful and unable to provide answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"deputy-pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Deputy pros and cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deputy boasts a few features some users will find quite useful:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Customized plan<\/strong> \u2014 if your company has more than 250 employees, Deputy offers an Enterprise plan with customized feature configurations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SMS notifications<\/strong> \u2014 notify employees about shift changes via SMS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Auto scheduling<\/strong> \u2014 make automatic 1-click schedules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some not-so-impressive aspects of Deputy include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tasks can\u2019t be added to the schedule<\/strong> \u2014 they\u2019re only available in a separate tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited support<\/strong> \u2014 24\/7 live chat is only available in the highest-tier plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-deputy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Deputy?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In August 2026, <a href=\"https:\/\/whatsnew.deputy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deputy added a new Mini-profile<\/a> in the Schedule. This means managers can now hover over an employee&#8217;s name in the schedule to get more details. The information includes total hours, cost of hours worked, and weekly regular hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Free plan<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Free trial<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, 31-day free trial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cheapest paid plan<\/strong><\/td><td>$5\/user\/month if billed annually<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Platforms<\/strong><\/td><td>Web, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-sling-best-for-tracking-labor-costs-for-scheduled-shifts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5: <a href=\"https:\/\/getsling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sling<\/a> \u2014 best for tracking labor costs for scheduled shifts<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sling-e1789392050522.webp\" alt=\"Sling\" class=\"wp-image-41713\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sling is used for shift management, time clock, labor management, budgeting, and more. It\u2019s recommended mostly for small businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-sling-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Sling work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sling lets me schedule shifts through a calendar, similar to its competitors. I simply click on a slot for a specific date and user, then add a shift.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"499\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Creating-a-new-shift-in-Sling.webp\" alt=\"Creating a new shift in Sling\" class=\"wp-image-41703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Creating-a-new-shift-in-Sling.webp 602w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Creating-a-new-shift-in-Sling-362x300.webp 362w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Creating-a-new-shift-in-Sling-14x12.webp 14w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Creating a new shift in Sling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another neat feature of Sling is the Recurring shifts option. This lets me add the same shift for the entire year or another time period, if an employee works the same hours every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I can also use Sling to create open shifts to be claimed by employees who have enough capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As I add shifts, Sling shows me the estimated labor cost. I can see how much each employee costs in wages each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other useful features you can find in Sling include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Copy shifts<\/strong> \u2014 duplicate identical shifts to other dates or employees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time off<\/strong> \u2014 manage employee time off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weekly estimates<\/strong> \u2014 see estimated labor costs for the whole week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget alerts<\/strong> \u2014 receive weekly budget alerts when you\u2019re getting closer to the limit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Schedule templates<\/strong> \u2014 save schedules as templates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-much-does-sling-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does Sling cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of Sling\u2019s main advantages is its free plan, which includes basic scheduling and time-off requests, so if you don\u2019t need more from scheduling software, Sling is probably a good option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Premium plan costs <strong>$1.70 per user\/month<\/strong> (if billed annually). It offers features like Overtime tracking, Labor cost management, Calendar sync, and Team chat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For $3.40 per user\/month (if billed annually), the Business plan adds more advanced features, including Kiosk, Reports, No-shows, and PTO management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-did-the-users-rate-sling\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How did the users rate Sling?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overall rating<\/strong>: 4.6 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/142542\/Sling\/#reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">212 reviews<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, users are happy that the basic scheduling and time off features are in the free plan. They also mention that <strong>some features could be developed further<\/strong> \u2014 like recurring schedules not expiring after a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users reported no issues creating shifts and schedules. Particularly, the mobile app experience was rated as really simple and convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One user was particularly pleased with Sling\u2019s Toast integration: \u201c<em>It&#8217;s very easy to use. Syncs back and forth with Toast, with sales and time punches used in Toast. The data sync helps with scheduling to projected budgets. Employees like the app platform. Looks clean and is streamlined.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"742\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sling-user-review-on-Capterra.webp\" alt=\"Sling user review on Capterra\" class=\"wp-image-41712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sling-user-review-on-Capterra.webp 742w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sling-user-review-on-Capterra-492x300.webp 492w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sling-user-review-on-Capterra-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 742px) 100vw, 742px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/142542\/Sling\/#Capterra___7150640\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sling user review on Capterra<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users mention that Sling customer service takes a bit longer to reply via chat, as there\u2019s no phone support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"sling-pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sling pros and cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some advantages of using Sling for team scheduling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Free plan<\/strong> \u2014 free shift scheduling and additional scheduling features.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>News sharing<\/strong> \u2014 sharing updates with other employees through targeted newsfeed pages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No-shows<\/strong> \u2014 tracking and managing employees\u2019 missed shifts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of the disadvantages of Sling are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Limited customer support<\/strong> \u2014 Sling doesn\u2019t offer 24\/7 customer support; you can reach their agents from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on weekends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited integrations<\/strong> \u2014 Sling offers few integrations with other apps compared to its competitors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-sling\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in Sling?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sling hasn\u2019t had any major feature announcements in years. The latest big update was adding the <a href=\"https:\/\/support.getsling.com\/en\/articles\/6442847-activity-log\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Activity log to the Sling Schedule page<\/a>. The Activity log shows all changes made to scheduled shifts in the past 60 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Free plan<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Free trial<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, 15-day free trial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cheapest paid plan<\/strong><\/td><td>$1.70\/user\/month if billed annually<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Platforms<\/strong><\/td><td>Web, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-clockshark-best-for-monitoring-progress\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clockshark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ClockShark<\/a> \u2014 best for monitoring progress<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1145\" height=\"549\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark.webp\" alt=\"ClockShark\" class=\"wp-image-41701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark.webp 1145w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark-626x300.webp 626w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark-1110x532.webp 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark-768x368.webp 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark-18x9.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1145px) 100vw, 1145px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ClockShark is a scheduling app mostly used by on-field teams, such as field services or construction businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-does-clockshark-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does ClockShark work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ClockShark is another standard scheduling app where you schedule on a team calendar. You add jobs that your team usually performs, and then assign them to team members.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1134\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Team-schedule-in-ClockShark.webp\" alt=\"Team schedule in ClockShark\" class=\"wp-image-41717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Team-schedule-in-ClockShark.webp 1134w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Team-schedule-in-ClockShark-730x206.webp 730w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Team-schedule-in-ClockShark-1110x313.webp 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Team-schedule-in-ClockShark-768x217.webp 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Team-schedule-in-ClockShark-18x5.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1134px) 100vw, 1134px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Team schedule in ClockShark<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I found that if I don\u2019t want to specify work time for a job, I can select <em>All day<\/em>, and the time period won\u2019t be displayed. It\u2019s also useful that I can filter information by job stage (e.g., On hold, In progress, etc.), location, or department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ClockShark lets me set permissions. That way, I can control who can clock into which jobs or tasks, and which tasks are available when clocking into a specific job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In ClockShark, you can also use the following features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Customized view<\/strong> \u2014 view by job or employee, and by day, week, 2-week, or a month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notes<\/strong> \u2014 add notes to scheduled shifts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recurring jobs<\/strong> \u2014 create recurring jobs and set their ending date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Totals<\/strong> \u2014 see total hours you\u2019ve scheduled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Attachments<\/strong> \u2014 add attachments (e.g., images) to a scheduled job.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notifications<\/strong> \u2014 notify employees about any changes, and receive alerts when you track hours differently than what you\u2019ve scheduled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time off<\/strong> \u2014 see who\u2019s away and when.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-much-does-clockshark-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does ClockShark cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ClockShark has 2 paid plans and no free plan. The Standard plan is <strong>$40\/month, plus $9 per user\/month<\/strong>. The Pro plan is $60\/month, and the user fee is $11 per user\/month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Standard plan includes time tracking, scheduling (with drag-and-drop and draft schedule options), GPS tracking, and more. The Pro plan has all of those options, with the addition of features like PTO tracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-did-the-users-rate-clockshark\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How did the users rate ClockShark?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overall rating<\/strong>: 4.7 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/155467\/ClockShark\/#reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1,911 reviews<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users are generally satisfied with ClockShark, especially with its advanced GPS features. Users reported no major issues, except for the <strong>lack of API integration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users evaluate ClockShark as highly intuitive and easy to operate for both management and employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One user praised ClockShark for its GPS tracking feature: \u201c<em>ClockShark is easy to use for both office staff and field employees. The GPS tracking feature provides good visibility into field operations, and customer support has been responsive when assistance was needed.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"748\" height=\"578\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark-user-review-on-Capterra.webp\" alt=\"ClockShark user review on Capterra\" class=\"wp-image-41700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark-user-review-on-Capterra.webp 748w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark-user-review-on-Capterra-388x300.webp 388w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ClockShark-user-review-on-Capterra-16x12.webp 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/155467\/ClockShark\/#Capterra___7159489\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ClockShark user review on Capterra<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ClockShark customer service has been praised for being quick, helpful, pleasant, and considerate while interacting with users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"clockshark-pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">ClockShark pros and cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Useful parts of ClockShark are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clock-out questions<\/strong> \u2014 a customizable list of questions for employees to answer when clocking out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple time zones<\/strong> \u2014 admins can view, add, or edit timesheets in their local time zones, which is useful for large businesses operating in multiple distant locations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Progress statuses<\/strong> \u2014 users can set job progress statuses, including On hold, In progress, and Complete.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ClockShark\u2019s cons that may bother some users include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Expensive plans<\/strong> \u2014 ClockShark charges a base fee, plus an expensive per-user fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited messaging feature<\/strong> \u2014 In-app conversations are tied to specific jobs, so you can\u2019t create a group message that involves all members of the workspace at once.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-clockshark\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s new in ClockShark?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In July 2026, there were some <a href=\"https:\/\/help.clockshark.com\/articles\/#!help-guide\/whats-new\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">improvements in the ClockShark mobile app<\/a>. The mobile app now supports geofence clock-in alerts. This means employees can get reminders when they enter a job location they\u2019ve been assigned to but forgot to clock in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Free plan<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Free trial<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, 14-day free trial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cheapest paid plan<\/strong><\/td><td>$40\/month base fee +$9\/month\/user<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Platforms<\/strong><\/td><td>Web, Android, iOS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\">Try a budget-friendly alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"schedule-team-assignments-with-ease-using-clockify-by-cake-com\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedule team assignments with ease using Clockify by CAKE.com<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clockify lets you schedule assignments based on team capacity, ensuring no team member is overworked while others wait for assignments.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"358\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Creating-an-assignment-in-Clockify-e1789391487241.webp\" alt=\"Creating an assignment in Clockify\" class=\"wp-image-41704\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Creating an assignment in Clockify<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, your team can track their own work time using:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Timer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Timesheets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calendar mode<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manual mode<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How Timekeeping Works in Clockify | Guide\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/z01wrJagxMI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app also includes a <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/pomodoro-timer\">Pomodoro timer<\/a>, helping your team manage their time by strategically scheduling focus time and breaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clockify makes it easy for team managers to assign tasks and for employees to manage their time effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark clockify-gradient-bundle\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-16\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl mb-4!\">CAKE.com Bundle<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block text-xs!\">Get 3 tools for 1  affordable price \u2014 Clockify for time tracking and scheduling, Plaky for project management, and Pumble for team communication.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white text-dark hover:text-primary text-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/account.cake.com\/signup\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2 text-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/bundle\" target=\"_blank\">Get CAKE.com Bundle<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-bottom \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/product-blog\/public\/images\/clockify\/banners\/bundle@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/product-blog\/public\/images\/clockify\/banners\/bundle.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faq-about-scheduling-software\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ about scheduling software<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to learn more about scheduling software, check out the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"is-free-scheduling-software-worth-it\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is free scheduling software worth it?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether free scheduling software is worth it for your company depends on the features you need. For example, you can use Clockify to create team schedules by <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/track-time-and-expenses\/add-time-for-others\">adding time slots for other team members<\/a> in Calendar mode. However, for more advanced scheduling, it\u2019s best to use the Scheduling feature, which is part of the Pro plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"which-scheduling-app-is-free\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which scheduling app is free?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some scheduling apps like Clockify and Homebase include a free version. For example, Clockify lets you track time on unlimited projects for free. However, advanced scheduling features are available only in paid plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"is-there-a-free-online-schedule-planner\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is there a free online schedule planner?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clockify offers <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/online-planner-templates\">online schedule planner templates<\/a>. The templates include daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly planners. These templates are free to download and use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-do-i-create-my-own-schedule\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I create my own schedule?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To create your own schedule, you can use the traditional pen-and-paper method or a sophisticated scheduling tool. For example, if you select Clockify as your scheduling tool, you can use the scheduling or time tracking features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheduling option is more suitable for creating assignments for the entire team. 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