Alternatives · Shift Scheduling
Fourth alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Fourth alternative for most people is 7shifts (3.0 GPA), third in our ranking of shift scheduling apps. It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Comp plan, free for one location with up to 15 employees."
Fourth compared with 5 alternatives: 7shifts, Legion, Rotaready Evo, Deputy and When I Work.
Fourth's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| FourthThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| 7shifts | Free plan · from $39.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Legion | Paid | No | Web |
| Rotaready Evo | Paid | No | Web, iOS, Android |
| Deputy | Free trial · from $5/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| When I Work | Free trial · from $2.50/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Fourth
7shifts
Restaurant scheduling, time clock, tips and payroll, per location
- 7shifts starts at $39.99 per location / month, billed annually (Essentials).
- 7shifts has a free plan, which Fourth lacks.
- 7shifts also lists iOS and Android apps.
- 7shifts also covers team chat and applicant tracking.
- 7shifts does not cover reports, which Fourth does.
Suits: Restaurants, cafes and bars scheduling front- and back-of-house staff
Legion
Enterprise workforce management with AI schedule optimization
- Legion does not cover payroll, which Fourth does.
Suits: Large retail, grocery, restaurant and healthcare chains with many locations
Rotaready Evo
Rota, HR and time tracking software for hospitality teams
- Rotaready Evo also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Rotaready Evo also covers employee records.
- Rotaready Evo does not cover reports and payroll, which Fourth does.
Suits: Pubs, restaurants and hotel groups, especially in the UK
Deputy
Shift scheduling, time clock and labor-law tools for hourly teams
- Deputy starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (Lite).
- Deputy also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Deputy also covers auto-scheduling.
- Deputy does not cover reports, which Fourth does.
Suits: Hospitality, retail and healthcare employers scheduling hourly staff
When I Work
Staff scheduling with auto-fill, shift trades and an add-on time clock
- When I Work starts at $2.50 per user / month (Essentials, without time tracking).
- When I Work also lists iOS and Android apps.
- When I Work also covers auto-scheduling and team chat.
- When I Work does not cover reports and payroll, which Fourth does.
Suits: Restaurants, retail stores and call centers scheduling hourly staff
Limits worth knowing in Fourth
- No prices are published; every product page routes to a demo.
- The scheduling page advertises 1 year of HotSchedules free, but its terms are not shown there.
- Built for restaurants and hospitality; other industries are not the target.
- Product names are split between Fourth and HotSchedules, with separate US, UK and APAC regions.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Fourth?
The alternatives to Fourth in this directory are 7shifts, Legion, Rotaready Evo, Deputy and When I Work. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Fourth.
Is there a free alternative to Fourth?
Yes. 7shifts has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Fourth alternatives work on Android?
The Fourth listing does not include an Android app. 7shifts, Rotaready Evo, Deputy and When I Work list one.
Which Fourth alternatives work on iOS?
The Fourth listing does not include an iOS app. 7shifts, Rotaready Evo, Deputy and When I Work list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.